Health and the Peaceful Mind

Tina discusses how "the Shin Dao – the Way of the Heart," is her guiding compass, inspiring her to live a joyful, passionate life with Nancy Addison, nutritionist

True health is having true peace in our heart, mind, and soul. When we are totally at peace, we can have total health. What are you saying to yourself as you walk around all day and night? What thoughts are going through your mind? Every single thought is an affirmation. Whatever you are thinking about […]

Why Eat Raw and Living Food?

Nancy Addison, nutritionist, explains why and how to clean your fruits and vegetables in this article.

What is raw and living food? Raw and living foods are foods that have not been heated over 105–118°F. It’s basically eating food in its whole real form, without damaging the true nature and nutrition of the food. The enzymes in the food retain much higher nutrient levels in this form. We need enzymes for […]

Van Cliburn is Inspirational

“Great music and great art help us to reach a higher consciousness and see things that are invisible and visible. It helps us on our road through life because it teaches us that the off shoot of body, mind and spirit is really truth, goodness and beauty - which we all must strive for - that gives us strength.”

I went to an event with some friends the other night in Dallas, Texas. The amazing piano talent Van Cliburn was there. At the event, they showed a wonderful interview of Van and in the film, he said: “Great music and great art help us to reach a higher consciousness and see things that are […]

Mommy Opossum at SMU Rescued By Nancy Addison

Nancy Addison is a wildlife rehabilitator and rescues a mommy opossum at SMU

Another day in the life of a wild animal rehabber.    Today, I received a phone call from the police department at SMU. They had a mommy opossum, in the street, and she had been hit by a car. I asked what they had done and they told me that the police officer would not […]

Miso And Mushroom Soup

      I love to make miso soup as an afternoon power pick-me-up soup. The miso is high in protein and is rich and delicious. Yield: 4-5 servings Ingredients: 4-5 cups of water 1 Tablespoon sea kelp flakes 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 1-2 cups thinly sliced vegetables of your choice 2-3 teaspoons miso […]

Lose Weight and Get Healthy Drinking Water!

Nancy Addison, nutritionist,discusses fluoride in the water and how it harms our health by being a toxic.

Many people today go on diet after diet, in an attempt to lose unwanted pounds. I personally know several people who are always dieting. What if you could lose weight easily and without a huge monetary investment? Well, here is a method that just might work for you. Drinking plentiful amounts of water can actually […]

Natural Remedy For Constipation

Nancy Addison, nutritionist and celebrity chef, shares her delcious recipe for a constipation remedy that is easy to make.

I started a new section in my monthly newsletter. It is called: Ask Nancy. It has become very popular.People send me a question and each month, in my newsletter, I answer one of them. My question this month is about a natural remedy for constipation. This month’s question is: What is the best, natural remedy […]

Laughter for Weight-loss!

Happiness is a stte of mind and can be created. Avoid depression wtih this helpful advice.

Stress is called the silent killer; because it can break down your immune system. Being happy or finding joy in your life can really help with stress. Laughter is even better, because you can’t be worrying or stressed out, if you are laughing! There are hundreds of cases that show laughter as having cured people […]

My Daughter was in the Peace Corps

Nancy Addison's daughter, Amanda, raised money and built an adult literacy center in Mali, Africa, when she was in the Peace Corps.

In the spirit of the holidays and last week’s Thanksgiving, I wanted to share a picture and a thought about the Peace Corp and what these wonderful Peace Corps people can do. My daughter lived in Mali for two years in the Peace Corp. I went to visit last spring. It was a life-changing trip […]

How to Clean Fruits and Vegetables In A Non-Toxic Way

Nancy Addison, nutritionist, explains why and how to clean your fruits and vegetables in this article.

I think it is important to clean our fruits, vegetables and other food before it is cut, cooked or consumed. We get home from the store or farmer’s market and we have a large amount of fresh food. I personally don’t consume that food until it’s been washed well with non-toxic methods that won’t leave […]