Lauren Grogan is a Holistic Health Counselor and Registered Yoga Teacher based in Red Bank, NJ. As our Senior Health Editor, she’s dedicated to educating our readers on the benefits of healthy living so they can make consistently wise choices regarding their nutrition and overall well-being.
When we hear the word "detox" we immediately think of an elimination diet, a juice fast or whatever the latest fad cleanse going on to clean up our bodies. What people tend to forget is that our skin is the largest elimination organ, responsible for 10-15% of total body elimination. That means we can actually put those diet detox's on hold because we can experience a detoxification process through our skin!
Does springtime have you suffering with seasonal allergies? Headaches, stuffiness, fatigue, runny nose or itchy eyes got you down? Our resident holistic health expert can help with tips on natural ways to treat allergies.
Have you ever wondered why all of the produce that you bring home from the grocery store has to have those annoying little stickers on them? While they can be a little irritating they do serve a purpose for grocery stores, and can serve pretty useful to us as well.
Plan your Spring detox with this great article from Lauren Forney, our resident holistic health & yoga expert. Did you know that 6 ounces of hot water mixed with ½ fresh squeezed lemon is an optimal start to the day? Not only does it promote a healthy body from the inside out, but it can also help prevent minor illnesses like the common cold and alleviate symptoms of major ailments, such as high blood pressure.
Keep your body healthy this winter by learning from our resident holistic health expert, Lauren Forney about what suppresses the immune system and what super-charges it!
Fall is a time of seasonal bliss, as the heat from the summer is gone and the cold of winter has not yet arrived. Take this time to appreciate the season and commit to a healthy fall.
Summer is the time to enjoy the fresh air, sunshine and fun seasonal activities! Enjoy these long summer days by incorporating some helpful health tips to stay healthy.
