Archive for December 2014
Boosting Your Immunity
Last week I wrote about Ryan and his constant stuffy nose and frequent bouts of secondary infections of the throat. That probably sounded familiar, bringing to mind one or more members of your family. While dietary changes will be needed to address the root of a chronic stuffy nose, here are some thoughts on how to support you or your child’s body…
Read MoreMidweek Pause—Mindful Eating
“Mindful eating can cultivate seeds of compassion and understanding that will strengthen us to do something to help hungry and lonely people to be nourished.” — Thich Nhat Hanh, Peace in Every Step Consider: That the act of eating mindfully is a simple, easy practice that we have the opportunity to engage in at least three times a…
Read MoreLauren’s Kitchen: Kitchen Sink Raw Cookies
It’s that time of year when the break room at your office is full of all the foods you are or should be avoiding. How about bringing along these treats from Rawmazing and you’ll have everyone wishing they ate as good as you! Ramp up one batch a bit by substituting organic dried cherries for the raisins……
Read MoreFrequent Childhood ENTs
Midweek Pause—Be
“Just as a clay Buddha cannot go through water and a wood Buddha cannot go through fire, a goal-oriented healing practice cannot permeate deeply enough.” — Darlene Cohen, “The Practice of Non-preference” Consider: The magnitude of this message. It is a huge concept to absorb, especially when one is dealing directly with chronic pain or illness. Because…
Read MoreLauren’s Kitchen: Vegan Caesar Salad
At my house we start every evening meal with a dinner-sized plate of raw salad. Many times the salad gets more rave reviews than the main course. I credit that to three things: toasted nuts and seeds, a hearty mix of greens, and the yummy dressings I prep ahead in quart jars in my fridge. Here’s…
Read MoreHoliday Survival for Your Gut
Last week I shared the story of Maria who struggled daily with symptoms we have come to know as “irritable bowel.” Folks like Maria know well that the holiday spreads at the office and Aunt May’s are going to wreak havoc on their already sensitive digestion. So, short of doing a complete dietary overhaul in the midst…
Read MoreMidweek Pause—Self Care
“If we do not know how to take care of ourselves and to love ourselves, we cannot take care of the people we love. Loving oneself is the foundation for loving another person.” —Thich Nhat Hanh Consider: What would our world be like if each person really took care of and truly loved themselves? What would…
Read MoreThe Root of Your Irritable Bowels
This is the third in my on-going “Root of the Problem” series. You can find all of them here where I would love for you to leave your questions or comments. The Irritable Bowel Story: Maria came to me for help with her nagging digestive disturbances. While the symptoms, to varying degree, had been present for years, a recent upsurge…
Read MoreLauren’s Kitchen: Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
This recipe from Pure Ella is a delicious way to use up any of those leftover mashed potatoes from your Thanksgiving Day festivities. It’s also delicious enough to warrant making the mashed potatoes for it specifically! It would be a welcome vegan addition to any office party of potluck as well. If you’re looking for more…
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