It takes a lot of attention and conscious choices to avoid adding toxins to our lives. Most of us are probably aware of common sources of toxins, like pesticides on our food or air pollution, but there are sneaky toxins too: in our tap water; in the packaging of processed foods; in the preservatives in …

We all know by now that how eat affects how you feel. We’ve been experiencing it since we were children. The rampant energy of a sugar high, the spring in your step after a perfectly ripe piece of fruit, or the sleepy drawl after a big breakfast. The term, “balanced” is often used to describe …

The kidneys are the leaders of detoxing your body. They filter the toxic junk from your bloodstream and carry them out to be expelled from the body. Taking care of your kidneys is key to maintaining your body’s natural healing ability. Luckily, there are simple ways to help your kidneys keep clean and functioning properly. …

Why is it so hard to have a “healthy” diet? We spend our time and money gobbling up health fads and diet foods in hopes that we’ll finally feel peace within our bodies, but at the end of the day we still live with stress and confusion. We listen to designated experts we’ve never met …

I was offered the opportunity to be part of a panel discussion on the topic of Body Image and Sports Psychology. The panel needed someone who knew about eating disorders. I had not thought about this topic for at least 20 years. When I was in my late teens into my early twenties, I was …