ROBERTA HORSMAN: medicinal herbs

The Environmental Working Group estimates that the average woman has up to 68 chemicals on her skin  every day.  Meet Roberta Horsman, of Roberta's Herbs, a woman who is revolutionizing skincare by growing and harvesting medicinal herbs in her backyard and then using them to make skin and pain care products.  

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Sarah O'Keefe: private chef

Finding time to prepare nourishing whole foods is a constant challenge for many families.  On top of the typical busyness, add an acute or chronic illness – the need for quality whole foods increases, yet the ability to obtain and prepare those foods diminish.  This is when someone like Sarah O’Keefe, owner and founder of OKeefeOrganics, can help.  As a personal chef, Sarah prepares farm-to-table customized meals to individuals and families.  

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elderberry

Does elderberry really fight against colds and flus?  Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, knew back in 400 BC that elderberry had medicinal qualities.  Historically, elderberry has been shown to be anti-viral, anti-bacterial and an immune system stimulator.  Find out how you can incorporate elderberry into your life.

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LIBBY HORESH: acupuncture and Chinese medicine

There has been a growing trend towards finding balance and wellness within our lives.  Yoga, mindfulness and meditation, are making headlines lately.  However, at the same time, a recent study showed that nearly 60% of Americans are taking prescription drugs. (source).   It is an interesting conundrum, isn’t it?  With all the side effects of drugs, have you ever wondered if there are alternative ways to heal yourself before resorting to them? 

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