I used to celebrate (or avoid) Valentine’s Day like a lot of people out there. Some years were bright, others dark. There was heartache, romantic mishaps and some very sweet moments too. But February 14th, 2003 changed Valentine’s Day forever. I was diagnosed with an incurable, stage IV cancer.
Not long ago, I would be frustrated if I didn’t find a parking spot close to the store entrance. Now I find myself looking for spots at the edge of the lot. Because every step I take makes a huge difference.
You know all of those ‘exotic’ superfoods that everyone is always talking about? What gives them these superhero powers and puts them in a nutritional class all on their own? Well the long and the short, they are packed full of nutrition that you just can’t find anywhere else.
Are you craving more adventure and excitement? Looking for a unique weekend getaway? A weekend trip is one of the best ways to rejuvenate yourself and feel more connected to your life. Maybe you can’t spring for a full week spa retreat, but if you are craving self-care, grab your favorite travel buddy and head to the Pacific Northwest.
A guest arrived in Tucson feeling fine, so he was surprised when a Canyon Ranch nurse took his blood pressure and said it was high. He’d never had that problem before. He booked an appointment with Nicola Finley, MD, and she got an even higher BP reading. Luckily, she’s an intuitive doctor with broad perspective.
You know you need a bit more oomph in your diet, and you’ve heard of superfoods. Or perhaps you know you should be eating salmon and drinking green tea. But did you know that the key to really getting the benefits of the superfoods is to eat a variety of them? Here’s our quick guide to bringing a bit more “super” to your diet.
I’m absolutely and utterly naked, standing beneath a vast, domed ceiling filled with intricate panels…
Balance isn’t just for yoga. In fact, a little bit of chocolate can go a long way when it comes to your diet. Dark chocolate has been shown to be filled with antioxidant flavonoids (which can minimize your risk of heart disease and reduce blood pressure). Some scientists have gone so far as to claim that the sweet stuff has more flavonoids than any other food (including blueberries). According to research published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, those said flavonoids help blood vessels relax, helping calm overall stress. Word to the wise, choose the lower fat dark chocolate to milk chocolate. It has a higher count of the good stuff.
You’re all set with your New Year’s Resolutions, yet when you hit the store the fresh produce seems scarce. It is January after all, and unless you live in a southern clime, you’re most likely feeling a little uninspired by the grocery shelves.
From standing, step your right foot back into a lunge, releasing your right knee to the floor. Imagine you’re squeezing a small ball between your inner thighs, lifting the pelvis in the process. Once you feel that engagement, feel free to bring your arms to your left thigh, or extend them overhead. Hold for 10 breaths and switch sides.