I recently spoke to a Parkinson’t Support Group, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation, 2022, almost one million people in the U.S. are living with Parkinson’s disease (PD). About 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with it each year. More than 10 million people worldwide are living with PD. Through my research into many studies, it has revealed […]
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May
May
We are in spring, almost summer…a perfect time to get spring cleaning! There are many reasons to clean out the inside of your body on a regular basis. Clean cells and a clean body, inside and out, are the secret to having more energy, looking younger, and having a stronger immune system. We need to […]
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May
May
The warmer months can sometimes be a struggle if you are hurting from too much sun, poison ivy, poison oak, mosquito bites, fire ants bites, bug bites, or jellyfish stings. Here are a few healthy emergency remedies that may help you have a smooth-sailing summer of fun! What’s bugging you? While summer is the time […]
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May
May
We all want to be our healthiest and have radiance from the inside out. We may also wish to get in shape for the warmer weather, when we wear shorts or a swimsuit. So, where to start? Eating locally grown, fresh organic foods has many benefits for health and weight loss. When we get healthier, […]
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Apr
Apr
People ask me about food, food quality, the state of the world and economy, and the future of food. For the last couple of years, I have been concerned about the rising price of food. The average price of food in the US rose 7.9% in the past 12 months, the most since July 1981. […]
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Apr
Apr
No matter what is going on around us, it is important to stay grounded, take care of ourselves and our home, get off the computer for a while, get connected with ourselves, and be organized. It’s spring, and time for a fresh start after the long, cold winter. We’ve had the house all closed up, […]
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Mar
Mar
I co-authored “Alive and Cooking” with my friend Maryann De Leo. Half of the book is recipes and the other half is health, nutrition, and lifestyle information for older adults and people taking care of elderly parents. Maryann’s dear friend Chris’s mother (Gladys) was known for her delicious Irish stew. This is an easy gluten-free […]
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Mar
Mar
More and more people are working from home all the time. While most industries see greater productivity from remote workers, working remotely can definitely be challenging when you have young children at home. Not only do they require a lot of your attention, but being in the same space throughout the day without breaks can […]
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Feb
Feb
Thoughtful gifts, fragrant flowers, and dinner dates are all great, and they mean a lot… but true LOVE is what really matters. The best gift we can ever give someone is being truly present for them, which means listening with our hearts as well as our ears. This means connecting with peaceful, deep, love-filled presence […]
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Feb
Feb
As Valentine’s Day draws near, my research shows that hugs can actually ward off stress and protect the immune system. It is my opinion (after 35 years of research) that isolation or “social distancing” can actually harm your health. According to research by psychologist Dr. Sheldon Cohen, hugs can actually protect our health and improve […]