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Our bodies have an innate detoxification system to help us overcome our less-than-perfect world. Rather than quick-fix detoxes, we should really be focusing on supporting our bodys natural detoxification system. Drink water. Water doesnt just quench our thirst. Adequate hydration is associated withlower risks of many diseases1. Eat your veggies. These vegetables also support liver detoxification byincreasing glutathione production2, an important antioxidant forreducing oxidative stress3. Other dark leafy greens likedandelion greens, and beets are also detox-supporting superstars....

Today, more people than ever before are open to usingcrystals. And for good reason! Thankfully, there are countless ways to work with these amazing stones every day. Here are eight to get started with: 1. Hold a crystal during meditation. One of the simplest ways to connect with crystals is throughmeditation. You may feel your body sinking deeper into the earth, creating a grounding effect. You may feel a lightness surround you....

For over 20 years, I have struggled withchronic depression. For while medicines can heal the body, inspired words can heal the soul. Sometimes, the most helpful thing we can do for ourselves is to help another person. I can certainly attest to an unseen strength that comes to those who reach out and lift another.

Mantrasthat acknowledge both life’s triumphs and life’s messiness can be powerful tools to facilitate this inner transformation. Here are six that I have learned over the years and employ regularly: 1. “I am in agreement with life, and I resist nothing.” I had the pleasure of spending this New Year’s Eve with musician Karen Drucker. I said, “I am in agreement with life, and I resist nothing.” She promptly wrote a mantra that we chanted....

How long should your menstrual cycle be? Your menstrual cycle should be between 25 and 35 days long. It should be a consistent length each month and not fluctuate. A healthy period is a sign of a healthy body and mind. What color should your period blood be? These issues might also be triggered by an underlying hormonal imbalance (usually estrogen dominance). Should your cervical fluid change throughout your cycle?...

What is a somatic narcissist? “Their superiority and sense of entitlement are localized in their perception of their physical self.” Signs of a somatic narcissist: 1. They obsess over food, weight, fitness, and appearance. Plastic surgery is popular among some somatic narcissists. They may also brag or fish for compliments about their physical appearance. They use sex for self-esteem. They take credit for your accomplishments. Somatic narcissists exhibit the more general traits of narcissists, and this is one of them....

When most people think of hibiscus, thoughts of colorful flowers probably come to mind. Needless to say, hibiscus might very well beyour new favorite skin care ingredient. Here’s why: It supports your body’s natural collagen production. Fromcollagen powdersto pre-mixed drinks, there are countless ways to increase your collagen intake. But thanks to thevitamin C in hibiscus1, you’re free to alsohelp your body makecollagen naturally. Specifically, certain enzymes depend on vitamin C toproperly stabilize and cross-link collagen molecules2....

The chakrasare concentrated points of energy, and they add a spiritual dimension to health. Just as every structure in the physical body has a physiological purpose, each chakra has a spiritual one. This helps my clients understand why they are suffering and what it all means. Although the chakras are not physical structures, they can still be wounded and dysfunctional. When a chakra is “wounded,” we live in the shadow frequency of that particular chakra....

Energy healing is a holistic practice that activates the body’s subtle energy systems to remove blocks. By breaking through these energetic blocks, the body’s inherent ability to heal itself is stimulated. We’ve been studying the body’s energy centers for thousands of years. Meridians, the energy superhighways of the body, helped lead traditional Chinese medicine practitioners to develop acupuncture. Energy healing is based on scientific principles. We all learned in high school physics class that matter is made up of molecules....

Ive been following this routine each day for more than a decade. Ironically, I dont consider myself to be a particularly disciplined person. Surely youve heard about all the scientific benefits of how meditation changes your brain and rests the body. Itll be easier for you to switch on beast mode. You might have a more present sex life. Men might not talk about it, but we all want to be great lovers....

While kale is queen of the vegetable superfoods (how did you celebrate National Kale Day? ), the sweet potato may be the most royal root at theGreenmarket. Below are 10 things to know about these rockstar roots. Sweet potatoes and yams are not the same thing! They’re botanically two different vegetables, even though the supermarket may use them interchangeably. Sweet potatoes make great kitchen decor on your counter. No need to put sweet potatoes in your refrigerator!...

The word alone is enough to instill procrastination in even the most motivated gym-goer. Luckily, research has given us a multitude of legitimate excuses to finally escape the clutches of steady-state cardio. Cardio raises cortisol levels. Cortisol, also referred to as the “stress hormone,” tends to garner a lot of confusion. Namely, high circulating levels signal the body to store fat, especially around the abdomen. Why and how do we end up with high cortisol levels?...

Many hear the word “inversion” and think headstand, handstand…ah!" But an inversion can be as simple as a downward-facing dogreally! Here are five reasons you should do inversions every single day: 1. Inversions help with focus, balance, and brain function. When you hang upside down, oxygen-rich blood flows to your brain. After you adjust to it you begin to notice that your brain feels more alive. When I’m upside down, I’m my most focused....