“A stressful day might have us seeking solace in ice cream, pizza or potato chips,” says Judith Fertig in Food & Mood: Solutions for Emotional Eating in our Conscious Eating column [page 22]. I find my weakness during stressful times is dark chocolate. During deadline each month that is my go-to snack, it just makes me happy. However, this month I’ve enjoyed a cup of brewed chocolate as my afternoon pick-me-up. It gives me a gentle boost and is a much healthier alternative.

Staying healthy is a work in progress and I’m grateful to know so many people knowledgeable in natural and integrative health. I’m excited to offer you the opportunity to meet many of them at the Healthy Living Expo on Saturday, February 9th. Join us at the Florida Tech Clemente Center in Melbourne starting at 10am and discover a plethora of healthy products and services you can incorporate into your life.

Benefit from interacting with integrative MDs and experts by attending workshops on weight-loss, hormonal balance, healing with the mind, anti-aging, the power of chiropractic and how to be a healer. Find out how your mouth can impact a healthy body and experience divine healing hands. Learn how to find what is blocking you from achieving your dreams and overcome it. Plus, discover how herbs can help manage anxiety, insomnia, depression and stress.

I plan to taste some gluten-free treats, check out the EMF shields, peruse the natural makeup and jewelry, sample the skin care products, learn about hydroponics and make sure my husband gets a free hearing screening. In the afternoon, I plan to grab a sample cup of brewed chocolate (like coffee but with cocoa beans instead.) Of course, I’ll have duties to attend to but if I’m lucky you may find me enjoying a massage or energy treatment.

Be sure and come early, workshops start at 10:30am, admission is free and the first 500 attendees receive a free eco-tote! Keep up with the most current details on our website at HealthyLivingExpos.com and check out the program guide starting on page 45. It is going to be a fun-filled day.

This event is truly where Natural Awakenings comes to life!

See you at the expo,

Kris Urquhart, Publisher