Homemade muesli for breakfast by Susanne Myers — I grew up in Germany eating my fair share of muesli. When I first came to the U.S., it was hard to find here, so I started making my own. While plenty of different kinds of muesli are available now, I still prefer to make my own. […]
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An Upraised Chalice: Adventures and Near-Death Encounters in My Search for the Brother-hood of Light and What it Can Mean for You
April 12, 2015
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An Upraised Chalice: Adventures and Near-Death Encounters in My Search for the Brother-hood of Light and What it Can Mean for You by Gene O’Neil — “Nothing gets one’s attention like one’s imminent demise,” writes O’Neil as he chronicles the remarkable travels, adventures and near-death experiences that have marked his quest to discover the meaning […]
Veganish: The Omnivore’s Guide to Plant-Based Cooking
April 11, 2015
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Veganish: The Omnivore’s Guide to Plant-Based Cooking by Mielle Chénier-Cowan Rose — Tens of thousands of people have put down their knives in favor of a vegan or vegetarian diet for weight loss, blood pressure and cholesterol. Many got exactly what they were looking for, along with a few surprises, such as loss of bone […]
The rush to treat prostate cancer
April 10, 2015
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The rush to treat prostate cancer by Mary Budinger Arecent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association Oncology (JAMA Oncology) tells us too many men are being treated for prostate cancer. The majority of those men are being hustled into immediately starting radiation treatments that can be unnecessary and toxic. The research […]
How to Live Well, What-Even Life Brings: Love, Spiritual Growth and Understanding Stress
April 9, 2015
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How to Live Well, What-Even Life Brings: Love, Spiritual Growth and Understanding Stress by Pilar O. Tan, M.D. — The book explores 17 habits you can learn and use in order to live well with whatever life brings. It is a guide for living physically and mentally healthy, and achieving authentic success — a glance […]
Yoga for Cancer: A Guide to Managing Side Effects, Boosting Immunity and Improving Recovery for Cancer Survivors
April 8, 2015
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Yoga for Cancer: A Guide to Managing Side Effects, Boosting Immunity and Improving Recovery for Cancer Survivors by Tari Prinster — For those faced with a cancer diagnosis and the journey of doctor-led surgery and treatments, yoga offers a way to regain control of your body and take an active part in your recovery and […]
Five steps to encourage an attitude of gratitude in children
April 7, 2015
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Five steps to encourage an attitude of gratitude in children by Dr. Monisha Vasa — My brain knows that gratitude is important. When I am in a state of gratitude — aware of my blessings, small and large — I feel happier and less alone. I feel more connected to the people around me and […]
The not-so-sweet side of sugar
April 7, 2015
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The not-so-sweet side of sugar by Mary M. Ernsberger — Have you seen the commercial for high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) that compares it to regular sugar made from cane? It uses actors to represent parents and children so that you are more likely to accept what they are saying. The actor tells you that your […]
What energy is in your name?
April 7, 2015
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What energy is in your name? by Jill Mattson — Ancient people used sound and music to heal, balance and uplift their worlds. One crucial way was to properly use the sound of one’s name. The sound of a person’s name is a constant energy influence for one’s entire life because of the sheer number […]
New life for humdrum vegetables
April 7, 2015
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New life for humdrum vegetables by Joanne Henning Tedesco — Roasting a whole head of cauliflower is rather unusual, and this recipe has you slathering on a spicy yogurt marinade and roasting it at a high temperature. The result is a delicious dish that is as dramatic as it is easy to prepare. Serve with […]
Meet your outer child
April 7, 2015
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Meet your outer child by Susan Anderson — What makes you break your diet, run up your credit card or be attracted to all the wrong people? You know these are not healthy things to do; you know you are sabotaging your own best interest, but sometimes you just cannot help it. Sometimes you want […]
Five ways to argue constructively with your partner
April 7, 2015
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Five ways to argue constructively with your partner by Dr. Larry F. Waldman — The divorce rate hovers at around 50 percent, which I contend is a national tragedy. A major reason for this statistic is that most couples have not learned how to settle their issues. The following are ways to argue constructively with […]
Reflections of the heart: Living in the now
April 6, 2015
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Reflections of the heart: Living in the now by Dawn Demers — All of your power lives in the now and in this moment. It is in this moment that you have the opportunity to create change and make your desires a reality. To do this, you must live in the present. What is happening […]
April 13, 2015
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