Did you happen to catch what’s- his- name Galifianakis lighting up live on Bill Maher? Bet he had a good schluf (Yiddish for sleep) later that evening. Why’s that? Continue reading
Tag Archives: holistic health
Today’s Holistic Health Tip: Herbs for Stress
Ashwagandha and Rhodiola. Sound like a couple of Pocohantas’ playmates? Actually, they’re plants, with roots that go back way beyond her time. Continue reading
Today’s Holistic Health Tip: Get your Bowels Moving
Ever notice how a good BM–or lack thereof– can make or break your day? Here are some helpful additions to your daily routine: Continue reading
Today’s Holistic Health Tip: Is your perfectionism preventing you from succeeding?
Perfection or excellence? Those are your choices for the coming year. After I gave birth to a child with challenges, the answer was obvious. Continue reading
Today’s Holistic Health Tip: Anti-Cancer Tisane in the Shopping Spotlight
Looking for a holiday boost?
Check out this herbal tea on my anti-cancer blog. Continue reading
Today’s Holistic Health Tip: Psych Tricks for Anxiety and Stress
Overburdened with stressful thoughts? What you need are some bubbles and drawers. Continue reading
Today’s Holistic Health Tip: How to Create Sexy Eyes for your Holiday Parties
Wondering how to get that smoky eye look? Click on BEAUTY TIPS at the top of this page (and scroll.) Yes, holistic health encompasses how we look as well as how we feel.
Today’s holistic health tip: Aches and Pains?
Pick up some Tiger Balm at your local pharmacy, and rub it into the sore spots. It will seem to lift the pressure right off the problem area. I use it often for tension headaches–at the nape of the neck and around the temples. But take care and avoid getting it into your eyes!
Got wind?
We’re here to help. Get down on the floor and into the yoga position our carrot friend is in– affectionately known as “the wind-relieving posture.” Hold knee to chest, first one knee, then the other, and take deep breaths. Ah, relief. Try chewing cumin, fennel or caraway seeds; they’re anti-flatulents. And don’t inhale your food. The better you chew, the more you avoid the incendiary after-effects.


