Christmas is my favorite time of the year. I love all the "Hygge" with decorations, candle lights great food and spending time with our loved ones. It is also a time for reflection and to be extra thoughtful for those who are less fortunate. I always think about the...
Gratitude may be one of the most overlooked tools we have access to every day. It doesn’t cost anything and doesn’t take up much time, yet the benefits are enormous!You show gratitude for what you receive, whether tangible or intangible. Meaning, you acknowledge the...
Silence is another very important part of your health and well-being. However, most people do not know what it means to be in, or have total silence. Fortunately it is very easy to learn. In our modern world full of background noise, music, tv’s running, phones...
Kale and apples are definitely two of my favorite Fall/Winter crops, and combined to this Apple Kale salad is always a hit. Our immune system needs a constant flow of antioxidants to protect the body from free radicals*, oxidative stress and virus. Eating...
There is nothing like fresh air that keeps you energized and relaxed. Make it a habit to go for a walk in the morning or after dinner, and just breathe and listen to the birds! If you are spending most of the time inside your air conditioned home or work space, you...
Echinacea (Echinacea pururea), originally origins from North America.Today it is one of the most used herbal plants when it comes to fighting inflammation and bacteria in a natural way. Archaeologists have found evidence that Native Americans have used the plant for...
I love getting small tips and ideas to improve healthy living, and are excited to share a couple of my own tips on how to have a Christmas with no stress. We have to buy Christmas presents and shop for groceries. We attend or host Christmas parties, are present at our...
Flavorful and eye catching; pickled red onions are easy to make, and can be added to many different dishes because of the great taste. Health benefits from red onions Did you know that the onion, and especially red onion, is a healing plant with many useful...
It’s incredibly important to incorporate exercise into your routines, preferably 3-5 times a week. But relax, it doesn’t have to be 2+ hours each time! Exercise not only helps build muscles and strengthen the whole body. It also helps to let go of stored fat, support...
In the month of December we have so many traditions. Aebleskiver and Glogg is one of them - especially if you are Danish like me! We really like to get together with friends and family and have a great time. It it called Hygge, which is an atmosphere of warmth, calm...
A good nights Sleep, has a huge impact on our overall health, both physically and mentally. It also gives you more energy and better focus. Yet, so many do not prioritize their sleep. Lack of sleep not only affects your immune system, your hormone balance and your...
“Hygge” is a Danish thing! I usually explain it as being a combination of comfort, coziness, bliss and being thankful for spending time with loved ones, which gives you a unique feeling of wellbeing.The google dictionary says “Hygge” is a quality of coziness and...