A while ago I took DNA test with San Francisco-based Vitagene because I was curious about my ancestry (my guess was 100% Scandinavian :), but there was one little exotic surprise too). I also wanted to know how my genes might affect my health, i.e. what were the health related risks based on my genetic […]
Wellness Wednesday
How I Use My Essential Oils
As you may have seen and guessed, I’ve become so much of an essential oil enthusiast that I’m now an advocate with my own website selling them! Yes, I blame thank my beautiful friend Kirsten whom I met last year at one of my favorite cafes on our island, Julie’s. We’re both holistic wellness fanatics and […]
6 Tips for Better Digestion
As a lifelong sufferer of constipation (this is when I first realized it was a problem) I’ve tried many things to get things moving regularly. I’m so glad I felt adventurous in 2010 and decided to try colon hydrotherapy and met a therapist that changed my view on food and what I put in my […]
BEAUTY FOODS
I’ve suffered from serious constipation almost my entire life without even realizing it. My primary care doctor NEVER asked me about my bathroom habits. It took a visit to a Colon Hydrotherapist that revealed how backed up things really were (more about my experience here). I was also struggling with cystic acne at the time […]
5 Ways to Enjoy the Change of Season
Fall is officially here, meaning it’s time to trade in flip flops for boots and iced teas for Pumpkin Spice Lattes (but please, not from Starbucks!!! Try this recipe instead). Instead of triggering a case of the October blues, try making few positive changes in your life to boost happiness. Keep spending time outdoors (just […]