Green up Your Internal Garden: Super Green Smoothie

According to teachings of Dr. Ann Wigmore, “Consuming chlorophyll is like receiving a healthy blood transfusion.” This is because the chlorophyll molecule closely resembles a molecule of human blood. Greens cleanse and nourish our bodies and provide the perfect foundation for a healthy immune system. Read More »

Simple, Super-Fast Citrus Salad: Refreshingly Fruity & Mouthwatering

When horticulture author Barbara Pleasant’s garden is at its peak, she doesn’t like to slow down. She goes from garden to table in minutes, remarking, “I love this simple and super-fast salad.” Read More »

Strawberry and Feta Salad with Honey-Yogurt Dressing: Delicious Salad with seasonal fruit options.

Gardening blogger Barbara Pleasant counts this as her favorite salad, one that changes with the season. In the spring, strawberries go well with feta. In the fall, pears pair with blue cheese. Read More »

Nitty Gritty Dirt Farm’s Slaw: Crunchy Cabbage-based Slaw

When Minnesota’s Nitty Gritty Dirt Farm employees gather for a summer lunch, this crunchy cabbage-based slaw often graces their table. Read More »

Spinach and Avocado Salad: This fresh-tasting salad features a variety of colors, flavors and textures.

This fresh-tasting salad features a variety of colors, flavors and textures. Read More »

Understanding Bioidentical Hormones

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is a popular topic these days. Much of the interest has been initiated by aging Baby Boomers who are extremely interested in maintaining active, vital lifestyles throughout the remainder of their years. Popular culture icons such as Oprah, Dr. Phil and Suzanne Somers have also generated curiosity and interest. Hormone optimization plays a significant role in anti-aging, but it’s not only beneficial for those of advancing age. Hormonal imbalance can occur at any age, and treating even mild hormone deficiencies can dramatically improve your quality of life. Read More »

Innovative Gynecology: Sebastian

Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Deborah Kaufman, DO, FACOG, practices women’s healthcare at Innovative Gynecology in Sebastian. Innovative Gynecology’s mission is to address the special needs of women by treating each woman’s total being – body, mind, and spirit. Read More »

Weight Loss May Decrease Urinary Incontinence

Urinary Stress Incontinence is the most common type of incontinence and mostly affects women, especially after pregnancy and birth. It results from weakness of the urethra (the tube connecting the bladder to the outside of the body) and pelvic floor muscles. These muscles support the bladder and regulate opening and closing of the bladder when passing urine Read More »

CAD/CAM Dentistry: The Quiet Revolution

There is a quiet revolution going on in dentistry. CAD/CAM dentistry, (Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing) restorations are done in one visit, with no need for temporary crowns. They are non metallic, and very biocompatible. In office restorations are superior in that the resin or ceramic blocks are strong and uniform and manufactured from one piece, outside of the mouth. Read More »

Green-up Your Home: How-to Tips from Local Experts

Want to save money, energy and the environment by going green with a home makeover? While not everyone can afford costly renovations, there are plenty of easy and affordable ways to go green and stay within budget, as well as plenty of local resources to help make healthy, sustainable choices in our homes. Read More »

Free Transcendental Meditation Introduction

Randy Mackenzie will give a free introductory talk on Transcendental Meditation (TM), as taught by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. Randy, a certified teacher, will discuss the benefits of TM such as eliminating stress, fatigue, tension, and anxiety while developing intelligence, creativity focus, and memory. Some of the 600 scientific studies in the last 40 years will be mentioned in support of the benefits, most recently in the area of heart health funded by the NIH. Read More »

Fiesta Fundraiser in Cocoa Beach

The Seventh Annual Fiesta Brevard fundraiser is a unique and fun-filled showcase for 25 of Brevard’s finest non-profit organizations. Festivities include live entertainment with Latin music and dance performances, games, drawings, raffles, food, and more. Individuals, groups, and restaurants compete for Brevard's Best Salsa title. Adults and children decorate their own fiesta hat and join in the Fiesta Hat Parade and Contest. Visit participating organizations to play games, win prizes, or take chances on a raffle. Major prizes in the Grand Prize Drawing include a Fiesta Treasure Basket valued at over $1,000, Visa gift card, Orlando Family Fun Package, and Cocoa Beach Stay & Play Day Packages. Read More »

Accredited Aromatherapy Classes

Nature’s Spirit Distinctive Aromatherapy owner Doreen DeSerres is returning to Brevard this month only to hold a special Earth Day aromatherapy workshop and to share her specialized knowledge. Doreen, an instructor for the Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy, is offering CEU massage therapy credits through a series of lectures and open discussions. Read More »

Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals GMP-Compliant

Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals is pleased to announce they are GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) compliant by FDA regulations. “The FDA has been looking closer at herbal remedies,” explains owner Joanna Helms. “After years of preparation we entered our FDA inspection with confidence.” Read More »

Spring Celebration and Open House

Transcendence Massage and Glow Skin & Body are opening their doors to celebrate spring. Six unique, skilled practitioners offer a heartfelt invitation to join the morning of fun as they celebrate the changing of seasons. “Spring is a time to cleanse and clear away the old and unwanted to make room for new growth and discovery,” says Julie O’Neill, LMT who specializes in Myofascial Release and prenatal massage. “It is also a time to take care of the self and a time to rejuvenate the body, mind, and spirit. Massage therapy and skin care are great ways to do that.” Read More »

Homeopathic HCG Diet Available

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) is a naturally occurring hormone that is produced during pregnancy. Stephanie Buttaccio, AP, DOM explains that HCG signals the hypothalamus to release energy stores (fat) to support the developing fetus. In non-pregnant, overweight women, HCG curbs the appetite and by tricking the body into thinking it’s pregnant, the body burns fat, not muscle. “Weight loss can equal a pound daily, when combined with a 500-750 calorie diet, says Buttacio. “People taking HCG have a much lower hunger level, feel energetic, and continue to lose weight without stagnating even with reduced caloric intake.” Read More »

Herbal Classes in Melbourne

The Herb Corner is offering Reclaiming Our Roots, an introductory class that provides health-promoting herbal skills that have nearly been lost to the modern world. This seven-month learning journey provides an in-depth study of the healing properties of herbs for women, men, children, and pets. It covers all body systems, conditions associated with each system, and beneficial herbs for these systems/conditions. Students learn how to treat non-emergency health problems and gain an understanding of the basics of herbal medicine. Read More »

Organic Produce Delivered

To give families a healthier, fresher, and cost-effective alternative to store bought produce, Fresh Box Organics is offering home delivery service. You can select to receive organic fruit, vegetable, or mixed fruit/veggie boxes. Fresh Box Organics chooses contents based on the freshest arrivals from their organic farms. Different size boxes contain varying amount and types of produce such as such as apples, mangoes, oranges, strawberries, cucumbers, gold peppers, romaine lettuce, fennel, tangelos, zucchini, beets, carrots, celery, chard, avocado, and pears. Read More »

Intimacy Workshop for Same sex Couples

Same-sex relationships have many of the same intimacy challenges as other couples. Diana Daffner, author of Tantric Sex for Busy Couples, is presenting her teachings in a program specifically designed for lesbian couples. Andrea Askowitz, author of My Miserable, Lonely, Lesbian Pregnancy, attended the Intimacy Retreat and said, “It's sexy, loving, intimate, freaky, silly... all of that and so much fun. But most of all, it's so important!” Read More »

New Storefront for Organic Buying Club

Lily's Organic Buying Club is now open to the public seven days-a-week at their new storefront location adjacent to Satellite Beach's breakfast and lunch eatery, Breakfast at Lily's. The buying club offers a full line of certified organic produce and grocery including grass-fed, organic meats, poultry, and dairy. Read More »

Bikram Yoga Studio Opens in Titusville

Bikram Yoga Space Coast is excited to announce the opening of their studio in Titusville. Bikram Yoga is a series of twenty-six Hatha Yoga postures and two Pranayama breathing exercises designed to provide a challenging, invigorating, rejuvenating, and effective yoga experience. Students work every muscle, tendon, ligament, joint, and internal organ in the body during a 90-minute class resulting in a heightened sense of well-being. Read More »

Chakra Workshop and Book Signing

Aquarian Dreams is pleased to offer Introduction to Chakra Awakening workshop with Llewellyn published author Margaret Ann Lembo. Her book, Chakra Awakening, offers tools for life transformation including how to use color, crystals, aromatherapy, and positive affirmations to effect life changes. Lembo’s workshop will include how to bring balance, prosperity, joy, and overall wellness into one’s life as well as how to use gemstones and crystals to tap into the energy within. This event gives participants an overview of the seven main chakras that influence everything from prosperity and self-confidence to communication and intuition. Lembo suggests people attend the workshop “to experience simple techniques with gems, crystals, affirmations, and aromatherapy, manifest any goal, and create positive change in your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.” Read More »

Raw Food Produce Boxes Available

Appleseed Health Foods in Rockledge announces the availability of weekly raw food and produce boxes. “All of us here at Appleseed believe quality food is the primary foundation of good health and nutrition,” says co-owner Kurt Nall. “We continue to work to bring good food to our community. Read More »

Ayurveda and Yoga Workshop

Dr. John Douillard is returning to Kashi School of Yoga to present his Reuniting Ayurveda and Yoga workshop. “Yoga and Ayurveda are practiced together and often considered brother and sister sciences,” explains Dr. Douillard. “Ayurveda is utilized to purify the mind and body; yoga to redirect subtle energy into the appropriate channels for spiritual progress.” Read More »