Are you just beginning quality improvement initiatives? Maybe you have been trying them for a while, but the results aren’t what you expected. Unfortunately, quality improvement efforts sometimes follow the pattern of those who lose weight; after a couple of years most of the weight that was lost has been regained. So too quality improvement … Read more
Long List of Goals? Look Familiar?… get in shape, lose weight, eat healthier, get out of debt, increase your cash flow, find a job/career, find a soul mate, become an inspiration to others, publish a book, become a famous writer, travel the world… Got Progress? Rather than make a little progress on all of your … Read more
One of the side effects of gaining and losing weight rapidly is stretch marks. You can gain weight due to several reasons like puberty, body building and most importantly pregnancy. In fact it is so common for pregnant women that many people believe it is a women’s condition. But it is not true, anyone can … Read more
Can you minimize unnecessary suffering when mourning the death of a loved one? Is grief always totally disabling? What choices are there to manage the intensity and sadness? These questions go to the heart of the issue of understanding the grief process at a time when we are disorganized and in need of support. What … Read more
Persimmon is a delicious, golden yellow/orange red skinned fruit that are full of sweet flavor and packed with nutrients and antioxidants. Native of China and Japan, they were brought to the US in the 1880’s and are most available as 2 types: Hachiya and Fuyu. Hachiya: makes up about 90% of persimmon fruits and has … Read more
We obtain our energy from the glucose (sugar) that circulates in our bloodstream. The body uses insulin, a hormone, to control circulating levels of glucose. Too high a level of glucose is just as bad as too little glucose. Those who cannot control their blood sugar, for example diabetics, are at greater risk of cardiovascular … Read more
I think it’s safe to say that we all know obesity is a problem in this country. Sometimes we might be in denial about what an enormous problem it is, but once you pay attention and look around, you realize we have an epidemic on our hands. This is going to cripple our nation in … Read more
Green tea is known to have various health and skin benefits. Green tea has natural anti-bacterial agents called catechins. It has some anti-inflammatory agents, which can save the skin from swelling due to acne. Chinese green teas help keep your skin smooth. It also prevents from breakouts to make your skin glow. Having such type … Read more