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HEALTH :: FITNESS and YOGA :: NUTRITION and HERBS :: COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE :: TRAVEL


HEALTH 

Natural Health, September 2008

The Natural Medicine Cabinet: Looking to reduce your chemical load? Try these drug-free remedies for everyday complaints.

Men's Health, August 2008

Save Your Vacation: Nosebleeds, headaches, and a shaky stomach can sabotage a carefully planned getaway. Here's a checklist to help you foil the saboteurs so you can enjoy your trip. [PDF available]

Natural Solutions, May 2008

Toxic (Over) Load: Minimize your exposure to everyday pollutants and toxins.

Natural Solutions, March 2008

Look Out for Your Eyes: Whether you currently have 20/20 sight or can't see the big E on an eye chart, here's how to keep your eyes as strong and sharp as possible.

Natural Health, January 2008 (web site)

Starve Your Heart: Not eating for one day every month may help clear clogged arteries.

Natural Health, April 2006

The Migraine Solution: By disarming your triggers the natural way, you can alleviate—or even eliminate—these devastating attacks. [PDF]

Natural Solutions, Nov/Dec 2006

Turning SAD into GLAD: Beat the winter doldrums with natural treatments for seasonal affective disorder. [PDF]

Natural Solutions, Nov/Dec 2005

Dreaming of a Good Night's Rest: Tired of insomnia? Here are some subtle lifestyle changes you can make to help you fall asleep easier and longer. [PDF]


FITNESS and YOGA  

Fit Yoga, February 2008

Go With Your Gut: Strong abs give you a solid core and better intuition. [PDF]

Fit Yoga, July 2007

Core Curriculum: Work from your own sources of power for strength and stability in every asana. [PDF]

Body + Soul, April/May 2007

De-Stress Your Day: Even when practiced for short durations, regular periods of physical activity can help restore hormone balance and calm your nervous system.

Fit Yoga, April 2007

Getting Hip About Pain: Take good care of your hips with asana and help avoid—and heal!—an array of other sports injuries.[PDF]

Fit Yoga, February 2007

Hamstring Harmony: Yoga is the hamstring helper—use these poses on this tricky trio of muscles and never fear a pull again. [PDF]

Yoga Journal, July/August 2006

Easy Rider: Intermittent bouts of sciatica disrupted Candy Doran's cycling career. After discovering yoga, she's back in the saddle. [PDF]

Fit Yoga, November 2006

Yoga For Your Knees: These hard-working joints may be the most neglected in your body.[PDF]

Fit Yoga, October 2006

Shoulder Repair: A shoulder injury is not only common, it takes a long time to heal. Here’s how to increase strength and flexibility by working some “invisible” muscles.

Fit Yoga, March 2006

Tales of the Twist: Wind yourself into a cleansing, balancing, and relaxing twist pose—your spine will love you for it. [PDF]

Fit Yoga, February 2006

Meet the Bandhas: Conserving energy is a good cause, especially when it's the energy in your own body. [PDF]

Experience Life, November 2005

Silent Sports: Listen up: There’s a quiet subculture of outdoor enthusiasts who prefer muscle power to motorized recreation — and they’re beginning to make some noise. [PDF]

Men's Fitness, September 2002

Lose Your Blues: If you're one of 7 out of 10 Americans struggling with mild depression, cheer up. A simple fitness solution will put color back into your life.


NUTRITION and HERBS   

Natural Health, May 2008

Cleanse Your Body: The Ayurveda herbal formula triphala helps your insides run with ease.

Fit Yoga, February 2008

Rosemary Rescue: This "holy" herb lends its abundant spirit to more than a memorable meal. [PDF]

Natural Health, January 2008 (web site)

The Smart Supplement: Research shows that citicoline supplements can help improve brain function.

Natural Health, November 2007

Power Powder: A natural sugar, ribose can boost heart function and fight fatigue.

Body + Soul, April/May 2006

Power Foods: Eggs: Eggs come with many warnings. Don't count their contents before they hatch; never put them all in one basket; and for the sake of your health, try not to eat too many. [PDF]

Natural Health, July/August 2006

Amino Essentials: The best source for these acids is animal protein. What's a vegetarian to do? [PDF]

Body + Soul, March 2006

Beta-Carotene: This nutrient offers much more than just the promise of healthy vision. [PDF]

Natural Health, February 2006

Folate Bloomer: This B vitamin can help generate healing, sustain your brain and improve your mood — that is if you can get enough. [PDF]

Experience Life, March/April 2003

Excitotoxins: They’re supposed to enhance flavor and excite your taste buds, but could these common food additives also be damaging your nervous system?

Experience Life, Jan/Feb 2003

CLA: Can This Fatty Acid Help You Get Thin? Here’s the skinny on how CLA works and how you can best incorporate it into your fitness regimen. [PDF]


COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE  

Fit Yoga, February 2008

Changing Channels: The hands of a Reiki master transmit universal life energy into the places in your body that need it the most. [PDF]

Fit Yoga, December 2007

Points of Precision: Japanese is the gentle cousin of the Chinese version, with fewer, less invasive needles and, for some patients, faster results. [PDF]

Fit Yoga, August 2007

A Fine Spine: Chiropractic medicine is much like the unwinding of a deep yoga twist. How this therapy can complement your quest for a supple spine. [PDF]

Fit Yoga, July 2007

Sole Survivor: Reflexology goes feet first to heal, relax, and ease what ails you. [PDF]

Natural Solutions, April 2007

Current Events: A little electric stimulation can help the body repair itself faster. [PDF]

Fit Yoga, November 2006

Chinese Checkup: Traditional Chinese Medicine balances yin and yang to address the root of a medical condition, not just the symptoms.

Natural Solutions, September 2006

Putting Stress to the Test: Biofeedback takes the emotional pressure off.

Fit Yoga, August 2006

Meditation 101: One of the best things you can do to relax your body, calm your mind, and transform your soul all at the same time. [PDF]

Experience Life, May/June 2003

Questions for Answers: Get a new view of your life – and your self – using the Japanese art of Naikan.


TRAVEL 

Florida Travel & Life, March/April 2008

Just Like Old Times: The Steinhatchee Landing Resort lures you back to cracker-style living. [PDF]

Florida Travel & Life, Jan/Feb 2008

Southern Comfort: Step back in time with a visit to an Old Florida gem, the Gasparilla Inn & Club. [PDF]

Florida Travel & Life, June 2007

A Detour Worth Taking: With miles of undeveloped beachfront and quite a nightlife, Delray Beach enjoys well-deserved buzz among travelers in the know. [PDF]

Florida Travel & Life, December 2006

Westward Expansion: Antique shops, Picassos, and wine bars converge in revitalized West Palm Beach. [PDF]

 

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