The cold season is upon us, and as the temperature drops, there is potential for moods to plumet. Ah, "the winter blues." It arrives in all shapes and forms, and may impact some, more than others. Luckily, there are many different foods that one can add to the pantry and stock up to result in... Continue Reading →
Foods and Moods
Everyday we are bombarded with diet related information. Most of this information comes at us with the promise and hope for a "better looking" body according to the standards of today. There are countless diets being advertised and it is easy to become overwhelmed trying to navigate through it all. We often look to food... Continue Reading →
Keeping Chili Inside
For many, comfort foods are not just to satiate our palates and fill our bellies, it’s a state of mind. It takes us back to a place and time or brings us a feeling of happiness, safety and well, comfort. While anyone can indulge in these foods at any time,... Continue Reading →
Here’s why Pumpkin Spice Lattes (and other comfort foods) can Actually be GOOD for your Mental Health
Ladies and gentlemen, it is that time of year again! You know the one: pumpkin EVERYTHING. I was at Trader Joes the other day and some gluttonous, pumpkin-obsessed monster possessed me and before I knew it I was checking out with 5+ pumpkin flavored food items. Every year it comes like clockwork. We may joke... Continue Reading →
Seasonal Affective Disorder
The time is upon us when the air is crisper, the leaves are changing, all foods are spiced with pumpkin and the days are shorter. Yes, fall is upon us. During this time many people start to experience a change in their mood and usually are not aware of a specific reason why. With the... Continue Reading →
What Does Wellness Really Mean?
The word wellness is used quite often to describe various health related things in the media. But what does it really mean? According to the Merriam Webster Dictionary, wellness is a noun defined as: the quality of state of being in good health especially as an active sought goal. Although it is qualified as a... Continue Reading →
Guilt: Is It Necessary?
People tend to carry guilt around with them like a two-ton boulder. Something happened when they were younger that they grew to regret. Maybe a relationship ended, a poor decision was made, or reckless behavior was penalized. Possibly, words were left unspoken, a chance wasn’t taken, or the love of one’s life has gotten away. ... Continue Reading →
