As we've seen in previous posts, Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that a person should alter his or her diet to align with the seasons. According to the Five Elements Theory, spring is connected to the liver. So foods that support and nurture this amazing organ are called for when the winds of March take hold. And spring and the liver have the same color in common, green! So more greens are beneficial during these refreshing, vibrant months when everything is sprouting a

As we saw with our last post, products we often use to clean house can be anything but clean. But there are quite a few natural, non-toxic substances you can use to clean with confidence. A few common, natural cleaning ingredients you can stock your cabinets with are white vinegar, Borax, baking soda, lemon juice, essential oils (lavender, lemon, tea tree, eucalyptus, and rosemary are all great), microfiber cloths, and old rags (torn t-shirts are great). With these items, you

Wellness is not only about the body - mind and spirit must be fed, too. This month, we look at a topic that keeps us thriving and giving: Gratitude!!! What is it and how can we add more of it to our lives? This month, let's explore what being grateful can look like and how it can help us with everything we do. -Lona Gratitude is something we often think about at Thanksgiving time, when we are reminded to count our blessings and offer thanks for the bounty in our lives. But wh