Is your brain a product of what you eat?  Is it really a big deal that we start our day with a doughnut and coffee in the morning rather than a bowl of oatmeal and berries?  I would argue (and so would a large number of competent researchers) that diet …

Happy Summer!  It is hot and humid in Connecticut today, and a very appropriate time to talk about the Summer phase of the Five Seasons. What are the Five Seasons? The Chinese believe that the seasons are surrounded by five energy fields: wood, fire, earth, metal and water.  These energy …

When you see the words “all natural” or “organic” on a food label what else comes to mind besides being really good for you?  Well, it tuns out there is plenty to think about.  If you don’t know this by now, food marketing is BIG business, and the words “natural” …

We all make mistakes.  And when it comes to losing weight, some of us are the worst offenders.  It’s no mystery that many women lose weight, only to regain it all (or more) back, and stories abound with tales of celebrity misfortunes (think Oprah).  We seem to start strong, so …

There are many things to love about sugar. It tastes great, it gives you instant energy, it…okay, that’s about it.  Sugar reminds me of the bad boyfriend we had in college. Charming at first, then leaving you with nothing but heartbreak.  When they come around again, you instantly take them …