Health & Wellness

Be My Valentine!

2012-02-14T13:40:00.000-05:00

It's that time of year once again, it never fails it comes every time, yes readers Valentines Day! Lovers look forward to it, while singles dread it with a passion. It's really all about the celebration of love and that in my opinion is not exclusive to couples. Will you see flowers coming in the office and passing your door heading to someone else? Perhaps. The receptionist or secretary's desk

Shake! Shake!! Shake!!!

2012-02-09T11:34:00.000-05:00

I love shakes and fruit smoothies, just the sight of a fruit smoothie or shake picture gets me to ordering - especially in the summertime. A few years ago (well it seems like a few) when I was a teen, I loved to drink vanilla or chocolate milkshakes. However, as I matured, I grew out of my obsession for milk shakes. My love shifted to fruits smoothies. One would think that it's a healthy treat,

Simple Healthy Fun Boost

2012-01-26T20:39:00.002-05:00

What on earth is it this time? Well, this will be a brief and to the point article much like many of the other posts. It is something I would love to do more often and something that I plan to do even more - from here on. It requires a bit of your time but it will be worth every second that you can share. * Call someone who you know is sick just to check in * Visit your elderly family

Walk This Way........

2012-01-17T09:32:00.000-05:00

The New Year is well on it's way and we are all working on improving our health and wellness. The gyms are filled with new committed members as well as the regular recommitted members who return for the first few weeks or months of the year. The goals are set and the expectations are high. However, the reality is that the membership will dwindle as the weeks go by. It is important to understand

Reflections of 2011

2012-01-01T16:46:00.000-05:00

What a year! What a year!!! While having dinner with my husband in the city, he asked me - "What are your resolutions for the new year?" Well, my answer was simply "I have no resolutions." It's not that I do not believe in setting goals/resolutions, it's just that I have learned that I am on an assignment and each year comes with incredible moments. 2011 was a year that like every year

Keeping It Together While Celebrating

2011-12-21T07:21:00.000-05:00

Whether you celebrate Hanukkah (Chanukah), Christmas, Kwanzaa or just going with the flow of the holiday season - be sure to keep it together. What do I mean by keeping it together? While getting together with friends for drinks after work could be fun, the holiday season seems to be one of the most merriest yet deadliest seasons for many. Keep the drinking to a minimum so that you may be alert

The Things I Love About Apples

2011-12-12T15:15:00.000-05:00

As a child, I loved apples. My father the healthy eating commissioner of our household,made sure that our home was always stocked with fruits, 100% juices and vegetables. It was a way of life for us and as a parent, I made sure that my children developed a love for the healthy foods. Well, getting back to the love of apples, it began with the colors. It helped that my favorite color was red and I

Yoga - Try It You May Like It

2011-11-29T08:30:00.001-05:00

Yoga it does a body, mind and spirit real good. It involves stretching of the muscles which is great as it releases the lactic acid that builds up with muscle use and causes Fatigue, pain, stiffness and tension. It also improves your posture and upper body strength. Yoga is used to treat clinical depression and heart disease. Studies have indicated that other benefits can be found in improving

It is Good to Give Thanks - Happy Thanksgiving!

2011-11-22T11:26:00.001-05:00

There is something special about the holidays, at least for me. Thanksgiving and Christmas has always been my favorite holidays as it is a time when the family gets together and the room is filled with joy and laughter. The excitement of seeing your loved ones who travel from near and far makes for a wonderful reunion. It is also a time to share, inviting friends who may not have a family to

Healthy Eats, Treats and More............

2011-11-14T10:46:00.001-05:00

Yesterday evening while I was working and watching my favorite Health & Wellness channel Veria, I saw some really great recipes that I am planning to try this week. I will let you know how it all worked out as soon as I do. Well, let me tell you about The Sweet Truth with the host Kelly Keough. Kelly is known as the sugar free chef who shares the healthiest sweet treats that looks and sounds so

I Cannot Afford My Prescription Drugs!

2011-11-10T12:22:00.000-05:00

Every now and then you need to hear some good news, especially when you're having treatment for a disease that can be quite costly. Well, here's the great news!!! There are resources out there to assist those of you who are having a difficult time paying for your prescriptions. Now before I begin, I need you to promise that you will share this information with everyone you know. Who knows? They

Extra!! Extra!! Read All About This

2011-10-31T10:24:00.000-04:00

I have found something so awesome that I have to share it with you. Now this post is filled with great information, you must promise me that you will share this with everyone - someone you know may need to know about this. What's the big deal? Well, it's a cancer center that I have envisioned now available in the greatest city of the whole wide world - New York. The Farber Center for Radiation

Remove the Mask of Domestic Violence

2011-10-27T09:46:00.001-04:00

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Dr. Maiysha Clairborne of Mind Body Spirit Wellness is taking a stand to further expose this issue that has held so many captive with the embarrassment and secrecy - enduring domestic violence. Dr. Clairborne is hosting an event that will benefit the Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence.As a survivor, I have spoken out on many occasions of

Do It Your Way?

2011-10-24T10:26:00.000-04:00

We all have choices to make and I would love to make a few suggestions as you work to improve on your health and wellness. I take great pride in making the declaration that I dance to the beat of my own drum and I really do. I consider myself to be one who loves life, enjoys being a mother even though it has some turbulent moments which we always manage to sustain. I love being a wife and a

Losing A Huge Part of the Family - Your Family Pet

2011-10-17T11:59:00.002-04:00

Recently I wrote about death and the post How Do You Handle Death? covered the loss of a family or friend. Many have read and shared this post with others. I have even received emails of condolences. In the last two weeks, I attended two wakes and one funeral. Death as we all know is such a difficult transition for everyone. It was just a little over a week ago that my husband Butch had to

“Oral Healthcare Can’t Wait™” Part II

2011-10-08T17:01:00.001-04:00

Keeping up with the National Oral Hygiene Awareness Month A special word from Dr. Catrise Austin of VIP Smiles on why you should care about your smile and not put off that much needed dental appointment not 1 more day! If you are in New York, here's your chance to catch her at Hue-Man Bookstore this Monday Oct 10th at 6 pm for FREE dental advice, giveaways, and a copy her book "5 Steps to a

“Oral Healthcare Can’t Wait™”

2011-10-03T09:06:00.001-04:00

We have explored many areas of health and wellness and with all the focus on Breast Cancer Awareness, we have a very important health awareness topic that is often overlooked although it is extremely essential to our health and wellness - the care of our teeth. Our guest blogger, Dr. Catrise Austin is known as the celebrity dentist and what's even more impressive is her great personality and her

Drug Deal Gone Bad

2011-09-28T12:01:00.000-04:00

The death of Michael Jackson in 2009 was shocking. What was even more incredible, was that he was under the care of a private physician. Michael Jackson was preparing for his final concert tour to be held in London and hired Dr. Conrad Murray as his personal physician. Dr. Conrad Murray a cardiologist had no business administering Propofol to Michael Jackson. It is unethical. As a doctor who

How Do You Handle Death?

2011-09-27T16:28:00.000-04:00

One of the most awful experiences is watching your loved one slowly transition on to death. Some may say that it gives one time to adjust to the reality that death is on the way as you will no longer be able to share your lives together. However, for some it really doesn't matter whether you have time to adjust or whether you get the news that your loved one has just died suddenly - without any

Have You Heard the Good News?

2011-09-18T18:10:00.000-04:00

The word on the health scene is that there is a health product that has the potential to burn fat, lower cholesteral, prevents diabetes and stroke, fights cancer, heart disease and staves off dementia - do you know what it is? Hint: If your answer was green tea, then you are correct. It seems as though green tea has burst on the tea scene lately with much fan fare within the health and

Remembering 9/11

2011-09-10T22:45:00.000-04:00

Do you remember where you were when you heard about the terrorist attacks on Tuesday September 9th, 2001? Oh boy do I remember it as if it was yesterday. I was in a total state of shock. I was at work and could not believe the reports. Communication through cell phones were off making it impossible to get in touch with my family and friends. The rumors quickly spread to imply that there were

A Simple Boost to Your Health & Wellness

2011-09-08T08:49:00.000-04:00

When someone says Thank You it does something to you, come on admit it - you feel appreciated. However, I have found something even more special, much more uplifting. It's giving thanks. Perhaps I am taking it a bit too far but every now and again I look at the things that have worked in my favor and I say openly Thanks! Sometimes, I may post on my Facebook/Twitter that - I give thanks or It is

Irene was Here

2011-08-30T19:41:00.000-04:00

Hurricane Irene made her way to the east coast states from North Carolina, Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland, Delaware,New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire and Massachusetts wreaking havoc and taking lives. As a New Yorker and one who loves and adores the city, I was concerned about the impact of Hurricane Irene. I thought about the damage that could occur and

The Choice Is Yours...... Part 4

2011-08-25T09:00:00.002-04:00

Dr. Maiysha Clairborne also known as Dr. Life is an American Board Certified Family Physician. who also specializes on matters of wellness. As the founder of The Mind Body Spirit Wellness, Inc., Dr. Clairborne offers a variety of programs to assist her clients with their physical, emotional and spiritual well being. What an incredible advantage to have when your wellness coach is also a

The Choice Is Yours........ Part 3

2011-08-24T09:00:00.002-04:00

What about the children? As you know by now, I carry a bull horn about childhood obesity and the responsibility that begins and ends with the parent. Yes I said it and I will not apologize for saying it even if I decide to run for President. Childhood obesity has become such a problem that children are now diagnosed with diseases that were once considered for adults (almost seniors). This is a