“Knowledge of Self is Powerful.” This year, I have been on an intentional journey of becoming fearless and being more vulnerable. It’s not as scary as it sounds (anymore). It’s a courageous journey. I am not always successful, but I talk back to my fears as often as I can and start moving again. Dr. … read more
“When I move my body, I move my mind and create a paradigm shift.” We spend a lot of time sitting at work, school, home, and in coffee shops and restaurants. We also spend a lot of time sitting in cars, buses, and trains as we hustle to work. And after sitting most of the … read more
Head off the cold and flu season with my Caribbean version of ginger tea. Ginger root (or simply ginger) is a staple in Caribbean kitchens. Ginger gets its unique flavor and smell from gingerol, the chemically active compound that contains numerous health benefits. Ginger has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbical properties that will help to temporary relieve … read more
“Her children rise up and call her blessed.” Proverb 31:28 When you have elderly parents, you hold your breath every time the phone rings. My sister was crying, “Mom found a lump in her breast.” I held my breath. It was not what I expected to hear. My mom, Christine, was 88 with a host … read more
Americans eat a lot of meat. In 2018, the average meat consumption was 200 pounds per person, which is significantly up from 184 pounds per person in 2012. This high meat intake is being fueled by the low-carbohydrate, high protein weight loss diets. The recommended protein intake for healthy adults is 46 grams/day for women … read more