I think one of the most valuable things my parents taught me by example is that you need to have hobbies. So often we do things for others to make them happy or make their lives easier and that is a wonderful thing. But, you need to do the same for yourself by finding something you really love (your hobby) and making time to not only do that but enjoy it! No guilt allowed for taking time for yourself. It will enrich your life...I promise! I am just exiting a ten year stretch

As the opioid epidemic in the United States continues unabated, doctors in many specialties are trying new ways to treat acute and chronic p

SUMMER! Beach days, shorts, tank tops, and flip flops — here we come! But before you go and lather up your skin with all those DIY lotions, creams, lip balms, body oils, and perfumes you’ve had so much fun making, there is something very important that you should know: Phototoxicity. So what IS phototoxicity? The term ‘phototoxicity’ means that there are specific essential oils that when you put them on your skin and go out into the sun, can cause pretty significant damage, i

What is Lymphedema? Lymphedema is a condition that causes swelling, typically in the arms or legs. It causes a buildup of lymph fluid under the fatty tissue of the skin. This fluid buildup occurs due to a blockage. When the buildup becomes too great, it causes the arms or legs to swell. Lymphedema in the legs is particularly common. Lymphedema is a condition commonly associated with cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation. There are two types of Lymphedema: Prima

Waking up exhausted day after day is just one signal that you're not feeling well. But how do you know if you're just plain tired or have ad

Rosacea is an irritating, chronic condition of the skin which affects many people, typically after the age of 30. Rosacea is complicated and can be difficult to deal with. Typically the beginning of the condition appears as redness and swelling around the face and cheeks, often coming and going for no apparent reason. As the condition progresses, Rosacea may spread to the neck, chest, ears, nose, or even scalp. The skin becomes ruddy, inflamed, and sometimes a bit chafed look

Every minute of every day you have the power to choose how you feel emotionally. Pretty powerful, right? The only way someone else has the power of your emotions is if you GIVE them that power. Have you ever heard the saying "No one can drive you crazy unless you give them the key?" One day when dropping my kids off at day care, a four year old girl approached me and asked me quite frankly, "why are you happy all the time?" I had noticed her and her mother before and they wer

The Chakras are the seven power points in the human body that circulate energy or the life force also known as prana. They are vertically aligned in the center of the body close to the spine. If the Chakra are unbalanced - not properly aligned or blocked - it can affect physical and mental health. The spiritual development is also connected with the good health of the Chakra. They are located at the physical counterparts of the major plexuses of arteries, veins and nerves. Ch

Keratosis Pilaris is a common skin condition that is completely harmless but can be difficult to keep under control. Sometimes referred to a

Unless you having been living at the South Pole, you’ve probably heard a thing or two about essential oils. First used by the Egyptians and Babylonians, today essential oils can be found in everything from lotion to hand soap to shampoo. So what is it about these potent botanicals that has made them a holistic staple for thousands of years? Essential oils have some incredible medicinal properties when inhaled or applied topically to the skin—typically the pulse points palms,