Dr. Henry Han–A Bridge Between Two Worlds For nearly three years, I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Henry Han in his clinic in Santa Barbara. With his training in both eastern and western medicine, open mind and innovative spirit, his treatments were unlike any others. He truly believed healing was always possible. His knowledge of […]
Stress Reduction Heals the Gut!
Stress Reduction and the Healing Process Today’s blog addresses the relationship between stress reduction, a healthy gut, and the healing process. You may have wondered … why can some people eat anything and not get sick? Genetics of course, play a a small role. However, the number one cause of gut dis-ease is stress related. Right up […]
Teen Nutrition for Nerves, Brains & Bodies
Teen Nutrition: How to Feed a Teen a Healthy Diet Are you concerned about teen nutrition? Does your teen run out the door without breakfast? Do they gulp down energy drinks for “snacks” and eat pizza for dinner? And are you exhausted from begging, pleading, and scolding them to sit down and eat some real […]
Are You Sabotaging Your Health and Happiness?
Health and Happiness–Taking Charge Since I am in the business of health and happiness, I usually do not raise my voice at clients. And … I did not quite yell at one lovely young lady with type one diabetes, as she reached for her thermos of sugary coffee, the instant I completed her colonic. However, I […]
Every Gut Needs This! 74% Americans Are Iodine Deficient
Are You Iodine Deficient? Who is iodine deficient? Studies show that three-quarters of Americans are iodine deficient. Iodine is a trace mineral, by law, added to salt to protect citizens from becoming iodine deficient. That may have backfired because later, Americans were warned that too much sodium could cause heart disease. So they avoided table salt like […]
Digestive Help for Kids & Teens
Identifying Digestive Disorders Do you ever feel that your child might be dealing with digestive issues? Does your child or teenager complain of frequent stomach aches, headaches, gas or bloating? Do they experience allergies, hay fever or asthma symptoms? Are they constipated or have diarrhea? Do they have skin break-outs or are prone to rashes? If the answer […]
The Body Cleanse Finale’–Important as Beginning!
Congratulations! Now Your Body Cleanse Finale’ Begins A body cleanse completed brings on a great feeling and is a personal win. To find the discipline and tenacity to complete a body cleanse–whether for 21 days or a long weekend, is commendable. You dumped the sugar, dairy, junk food, wheat, soda, alcohol, and coffee. You feel younger, […]
Colon Cleansers for Stubborn & Clogged Body Systems
A Movement a Day–Keeps the Doctor Away! This week’s blog provides detailed information about colon cleansers. Mood, energy, and mental clarity is ruled by the gut. And nothing puts a damper on vibrancy like constipation … or diarrhea. If you suffer from IBS, you experience both. My clients who struggle with acheiving two bowel movements a […]
How to Choose Protein Powders!
Protein Powders as a Key Cleansing Tool As you know, I am a big fan of protein powders. They are a key component of the 21-Day Cleansing Plan that I share in my book, It Takes Guts To Be Happy! This ready-to-go food blends easily with water or rice, almond, or coconut milk into a delicious, […]
Alkalize & Energize with Freeze-Dried Greens
Alkalize, Energize and Renew Anywhere and Anytime with Greens-to-Go If you are reading this blog, you most likely nurture an intention to eat and drink as many deep green vegetables as possible. You know they alkalize your body, protect your bones, build your blood and sooth your gut. Believe it or not, a glass of rich […]
Weight Loss with Body Cleansing Creates More Energy!
Body Cleansing for Sustainable, Healthy Weight Loss Tonight, one of the participants in the Happy Gut Makeover asked me a weight-loss question, “Can I eat an unlimited amount of all the YES foods on the cleanse and still lose weight?” No, you cannot. Gobbling handfuls of nuts, ghee-laden rye toast, and cashew cream on sliced bananas […]
Having too Much Fun with Body Cleansing–Join us!
Busting the Myth: Body Cleansing and Detoxification is NOT Difficult Isn’t body cleansing supposed to be rigorous, uncomfortable, isolating, and maybe even painful? Well, if it is, the participants in the Mini Happy-Gut Makeover Cleanse last week did not get that memo. We are having fun! Here are some comments: Jacqueline: “Within three days, I […]
