Most of us know that what we eat is so very important (for energy, healthy metabolism and all around vibrant health). Actually, much of what we’ve talked about in our teleseminar series so far really starts with what we put in our mouths each day. Yet preparing healthful meals is often a challenge. Besides being […]
Mindfulness and the Brain
The brain has been “on my brain” for the last few weeks as I’ve been planning the New Science of the Brain teleseminar series. I’ve started to wonder how mindfulness meditation can change the brain. Turns out, others have been wondering the same thing… Sara Lazar, PhD runs a Meditation Laboratory out of Harvard. Her […]
New Lessons from Old Rats
I start each New Year declaring that this will be the non-stress year. I will sign up for those wonderful yoga classes held at my community center and channel the Dalai Lama for all that I’m worth. And then January arrives and I’m busy with new projects . . . exciting ones, but stressful nonetheless. […]
Tired, Stressed, Fat and Depressed: What You Need to Know About Cortisol (New Video)
Most of us know that too much stress is harmful to health – but, do we know why? Cortisol, often called the “stress hormone,” impacts the body in so many ways. Weight gain, fatigue, depression, sex drive, and overall mental function can be adversely affected by high levels of cortisol. Really makes you wonder, why […]