Body Haters-Love What Your Mama Gave You
By Healthy Living & Happiness Guru, Laura Lewis
I want you to fall in love. With you. And with the parts of your body you wish you could change. It turns out that if you accept and love what Mother Nature has given you, you’ll be a lot healthier! And if you don’t like what you’ve [...]
Six Ways to Get Naturally High: Chocolate Lovers & Fitness Fanatics Do It!
By Laura Lewis
You’re an addict. You really are. As members of the human race, we naturally aspire to be happy, joyful, excited, buzzed, elated and “out-of-this-world-blissed out!” We love our “feel good” brain chemicals.
Sluggish Thyroid? May Be the Reason Why You Can’t Lose Weight
by Laura Lewis, Healthy Living & Happiness Guru
If you having been trying to lose weight unsuccessfully, are tired all the time, and just feel lousy over-all, you may be suffering from hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism, a condition in which the body lacks sufficient thyroid hormone, is incredibly common.
Scents of the Season–Nutmeg, Nature’s Panacea?
by Laura Lewis, Healthy Living Guru and Nutritionist
Nutmeg. You would have never thought that nature could produce such a powerful, passionate, mood elevating little spice, but it did! But first…you need some background! Pay attention if want to add a little “spice” to your love life!
Healthy Scents of the Season–Clove and Ginger
By Laura Lewis, Healthy Living Guru and Nutritionist
Did you know … For thousands of years ginger has been valued for its medicinal properties. Ginger is perhaps best known for its ability to assist the digestive system. Ginger contains both gingerols and shogoals, which are both substances that may help to calm stomach acid and tone [...]
A Healthy Recipe and Scents of the Season–Cinnamon
By Laura Lewis, Healthy Living Guru and Nutritionist
There is a certain smell to the holiday season … cinnamon, nutmeg, clove and ginger. The holidays are most definitely a feast for the senses. From yummy spice wine and peppermint spiced cocoa, to delicious potpourri simmering on the stove top, this time of year [...]
Optimists are Healthier and Live Longer – The ABC’s for Pessimists
by Laura Lewis, Happiness & Healthy Living Guru
I am an admitted member of the optimist club. As a matter of fact, a dear friend of mine claims that I am eternally optimistic. In spite of what appear to be roadblocks or hindrances that occasionally get in my way, I remain optimistic. I always believe in [...]
Get Out of the Rut and Grow-3 Tips by Laura Lewis
Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different result.
~ Albert Einstein
Did you know when you change up your routine and remove yourself from rut of the same old-same old, your brain creates new neural networks? Meaning your brain actually grows new pathways or nerve “highways”?
The Forgiveness Diet–Let Go and Lose
By Laura Lewis
If you’ve tried all sorts of diets and nothing works, it might not be your “slow metabolism” getting in the way. It could be your inability to forgive.
Remember that gym teacher who called you lazy? How about the “ex” who called you fat and not worthy? A boss who fired you? Or perhaps [...]