Posted on December - 10 - 2011
The holiday season is here, and coming with it are festive buttery desserts, sugary mixed drinks, and fat-laden snacks. Celebrations can often encourage indulgence and make us consume a bit more than we bargained. Unfortunately, overeating can cause indigestion and zap our energy. Bloating, cramping, and heartburn are signs that your body is suffering from poor nutrient absorption and digestion. Here are some tips to help you break the tradition of tummy trouble without cramping your holiday style!
1. Chew and Chat
Happy occasions call for socializing and indulging in good conversation.
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Posted on November - 30 - 2011
Most people are aware of the hazards of excessive food and drink during the winter holidays, but few worry about a lesser-known risk of year-end celebrations: foodborne illness, better known as food poisoning. Every year, 48 million Americans develop food poisoning. Festive buffets and dinners offer more opportunities for contamination than most meals, but some simple precautions can reduce the risk, reports the Harvard Women’s Health Watch.
Most bacteria on fruits and vegetables can be washed off, but only thorough cooking destroys most of those on meat, fish, and poultry. Keep in mind that bacteria thrive in the “danger zone” — temperatures between 40° F and 140° F. Leaving r
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Posted on November - 11 - 2011
Years ago, I read an article about a therapist who charged over $500 per session. I found this laughable and actually somewhat disturbing, given the number of people who were apparently waiting for his services instead of seeking out the help they needed from another provider. The reason: they wanted “the best.” While some therapists are more qualified than others, it is important to remember that good therapy is at least somewhat an art. And, like any field that has some level of subjectivity to it, what works for one person may not suit another. The
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