For as long as screen-based technology has existed, concerned parents have questioned the potential consequences of its presence in the lives of their children. Even when it was limited to devices like a television set in the family room, the fear that technology could developmentally stunt children and adolescents was alive and well. That anxiety feels more prevalent than ever; with the rise of the smartphone, our cultural use of technology has increased exponentially over the last decade. A … [Read more...] about The Smartphone Generation: Should Parents Be Concerned?
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Tumeric At Its Roots: Ode to Olena
"There is hysteria in America over Too-meric. Also known as turmeric; have you heard of it?" It is a rhizome -- meaning lateral shoots, horizontal roots. Native to the most ancient of India, the Vedic sages there named her Haridra. She is known to grow all over Africa, as well as locales around Latin America. On the Hawaiian Islands, her name is Olena. Bright yellowish Orange, she dyes saints' robes, makes fine paint, and tints her sisters saris gold. Yes, she'll stain everything … [Read more...] about Tumeric At Its Roots: Ode to Olena
8 Fascinating Benefits of EVOO for Children
"Invest in good things for yourself, so that you can have an abundance to offer back into the world in return." There are many that love to serve in the act of giving, yet forget to fill their own energetic well first. This not only is true with ourselves, but also in the way we look at the world. Fuel your family first in order to see a change towards a healthier community and world. Start with your Family It is known that children receive much of a family's attention, especially in the … [Read more...] about 8 Fascinating Benefits of EVOO for Children
Olive Oil and Your Colon
"Adding Extra Virgin Olive Oil to your breakfast can aid in digestion." Many of us have heard that there are benefits to eating the Mediterranean diet, including olive oil, but we’re betting you’ve never have tried adding olive oil to your cold or hot cereal. Try adding Extra Virgin Olive Oil to your cold cereal or hot oatmeal, and adding healthy fats to your breakfast is a surprisingly great way to get an extra punch of nutrients and energy, plus flavor, into your morning bowl. How Olive Oil … [Read more...] about Olive Oil and Your Colon
Blending Family Circles
"Treasure the relationships closest to you—even if they come in a form that you weren’t expecting." Restructured Families Restructured families, whether remarriages or second familes, are becoming the norm. However, they tend to take shape with a lot of emotional baggage. You may have experienced this in your own life or in the life of one of your children. Many people have a tendency to pull back from these types of relationships and resist the change intensely. What would happen instead … [Read more...] about Blending Family Circles
Amazing Pregnancy Brain
A woman’s body undergoes amazing changes during pregnancy. Hormone changes cause hips to widen, ligaments to relax, and a woman’s brain to change. Pregnancy is the start of a whole new brain for mom! The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) is the part of the mother’s brain that controls spatial memory and how a mother interprets feelings of fear and anxiety.1 The HPA is a vital part of the changes that shift a woman’s brain to that of a mother.1 These brain changes allow the mother to better … [Read more...] about Amazing Pregnancy Brain
Sandwich Parents – Caught in the Middle
A new generation of people has emerged that is vital to the way families function and thrive. They aren’t Generation X, Y, Z or Millennials. This is the Sandwich Generation. It is the moms and dads sandwiched between raising their own children and taking care of their parents at the same time. With extended life spans becoming the norm, and many elderly people are not adequately prepared for their extended lives, the burden of taking care of both older and younger generations is left to the … [Read more...] about Sandwich Parents – Caught in the Middle
Organic Chicken Broth
Chicken broth like any other bone broth is one of the healthiest foods you can consume. It is filled with so many necessary amino acids that are difficult to get from diet alone. Chicken broth is extremely versatile and is used by many chefs to enhance the flavor of their food. It is so simple to make and the benefits are well worth the time and effort. Always use organic chicken and vegetables. The Ingredients: 5 lbs chicken bones. I use wings, back and feet (when I can find them) … [Read more...] about Organic Chicken Broth
Multiple Circles and Generations of Relationships
Have you heard? "It doesn't matter where you go but rather the company you take while there." It's time to be proactive in building your circle of relationships in order to enjoy every destination. No matter what age, building relationships across generations helps you stay in touch with the radically changing world in which we live. Nobody Wants to Get to 100 Alone One of the greatest fears and challenges of aging is loneliness and being alone. When we are younger and surrounded by … [Read more...] about Multiple Circles and Generations of Relationships
The Best Ever Vegetable Stock
Good vegetable stock is hard to find. Don't believe me? Try and find one on the market. I've searched high and low. Most are filled with msg, high levels of sodium and are just down right yucky in flavor. So, I went on a mission to develop one of my own that is full of flavor and chocked full of nutrients. The real secret is in roasting your vegetables and including tomatoes and dried mushrooms. Give it a go and let me know what you think. It doesn't take long to make and in the end you … [Read more...] about The Best Ever Vegetable Stock
