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Connection and Health

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I read a wonderful vision statement today about connection from Born to Belong.  It’s so true, isn’t it? Our connections are the ties that bind. https://www.borntobelong.com/   From birth humans have an innate need to belong. Connection is vital for mental and physical health. Most feel their connectedness with other humans but many also find… Read More

52 Ways to be Healthier!

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Each year, I look over and make updates to my 52 Ways to be Healthier in the New Year article. Here is this years! 52 Simple Ways to Be Healthier in 2018 It’s a new year and you are full of hope. This is the year you will claim or reclaim your good health! If… Read More

A lovely Chai Ginger Drink

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This recipe offers a wonderful Chai flavor. The photo is of rooibos tea. Enjoy! Chai Ginger Shake Serves 1 1 cup warm brewed rooibos tea 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon allspice 2 teaspoons ground ginger or 1-2 tablespoon freshly squeezed ginger juice 1/2 cup almond or coconut milk 2 tablespoons almond butter Coconut nectar, raw… Read More

An interesting article on scientific research

Ascertaining the quality of research is so important if you’re trying to get to the root of something. This article offers an interesting take on this topic:  https://geneticliteracyproject.org/2017/12/13/viewpoint-many-scientific-studies-flawed-poorly-understood/