Monster Energy drinks have always been a staple in Derek's diet, though I am not sure they still are. When I was in my 30s and young 40s Diet Fuel was my energy boost of choice. For some of us, its just a bunch of cups of coffee. Whatever way we get our UP kicks (or DOWN, for that matter) we have to know that there are always risks involved! Anything that has the ability to … [Read more...] about Beyond the Monster…
Everyone has ONE Minute
1-Minute Meditation Right about now, and until the New Year, stress levels run high...especially during an election year. Here is a simple 1-Minute Meditation based on tips from Mark Williams, author of Mindfulness: An Eight Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World. 1) SIT ERECT IN A STRAIGHT-BACKED CHAIR. Your feet can be flat on the floor. Close your eyes or … [Read more...] about Everyone has ONE Minute
Let it Go….
"For every minute you remain angry, you give up sixty seconds of peace." --Ralph Waldo Emerson … [Read more...] about Let it Go….
To Fish or Not to Fish…
In researching why the mental health records from Japan (.07%) show such low rates of bipolarin comparison with that of the US (4.4%-which is the highest rate of bipolar in the world!) diet was singled out as the biggest difference. Because the average Japanese person consumes so much fish, in comparison to Americans, the deduction has been made that the all important fish … [Read more...] about To Fish or Not to Fish…
From the Temptations to Temptation or Tricking the Treats
I guess you can say that Halloween candy is the beginning of 2 months of non-stop craving come-ons. Just thinking about all the sweets, breads and decadent foods (and drink!) that will tempt us from Halloween to New Years is enough to make our thighs spread! Research has proven that leaning into a low-carb diet right now, can help us cut back on the lousy carbs and sweets … [Read more...] about From the Temptations to Temptation or Tricking the Treats