by guest blogger Pam Peeke, MD. Turn on the TV, radio, iPad/pod/phone or computer and there they are: countless weight-loss ads pushing pills and potions, promising muffin-top weight loss and a perfect life of bliss once you magically melt your love handles. Instead of falling for the usual January hype, how about breaking out of the script, ditching the propaganda, and planning on a year of genuine, sustainable-for-life transformation? Here are some basics to get you started.
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50 Things I Learned in My First 50
Years, Part 2
Thank you for all of the support for the first half of my list, 50 Things I Learned in My First 50 years, Part 1. Please check it out if you haven’t already. Here’s the second part of my list…
A Better Awards Ceremony
by guest blogger Alberto Gonzalez. I know many of us watched the Golden Globes last weekend, and while I do admire the work of our fine actors, I’d love to see as much fanfare for these people: The Social Venture Network (SVN) Hall of Famers. SVN is an organization that has dedicated 25 years to promoting social entrepreneurship and sustainable development in business.
The Science of Junk Food Addiction
and How to Break the Cycle
by Isaac Eliaz, MD. Overindulgence usually starts small: a potato chip, a dab of ranch dip. You fill out the plate with raw carrots and cherry tomatoes, but that chip tasted so good. Pretty soon you have another, and then another. Later, you may feel anxious about it, wondering, Where’s my willpower? Why couldn’t I just walk away? If it’s any consolation, it may not be entirely your fault…
50 Things I Learned in My First 50
Years, Part 1
A year ago this month, I turned 50 for the first and last time. And for my 50th last year I went to an island and wrote in my journal and thought about where I’ve been and where I want to go next, and I made this list. Since I’m about to turn 51, I thought I’d revisit it. It’s still true for me! Hope you like it!
9 Natural Ways to Prevent the Flu This Winter
by guest blogger Deirdre Imus. With the holiday spirit come and gone and 2013 already entering its third week, there’s only one winter milestone left to hit before we plod our way into spring: flu season. Whether you’ve received your flu shot or not, there are some natural steps we can all take to ward off influenza and to protect our loved ones from the fever, cough, achiness, and general unpleasantness associated with this nasty bug.
6 Ways to Detoxify Your Heart
This time of year, there is info everywhere on how to detoxify your body. Whatever toxin you want to remove, or part of your body you want to cleanse, there’s a smoothie for that! Now, I love smoothies, and I believe that physical detoxification is an essential health practice. But I also believe that the most toxic toxins start in our hearts. And for true health, healing, and happiness that’s where we need to start.
Broom-swept
by guest blogger Renee James. If you’ve sold a house or bought a house, you attach a particular meaning to that phrase, “broom-swept.” As a seller, usual contract terms require that on closing day, you deliver a “broom-swept” house, no more, no less. As a buyer, you can expect to take possession of a home free from dust bunnies, no more, no less. Last week, I played the part of the seller, with broom in hand…I felt like I was doing so much more than just prepping for the sale.
Scratch
Raised on America’s first organic farm, Scratch author Maria Rodale learned how to make everyday favorites from, yes, scratch — the way you remember them; the way they turn out best.
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Drawing on findings from leading health researchers as well as conversations with both chemical and organic farmers from coast to coast, Maria Rodale irrefutably outlines the unacceptably high cost of chemical farming on our health and our environment.
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