A wise foodie, Michael Pollan, once said: “You can eat as much junk food as you like, as long as you make it yourself.” From potato chips to french fries to ketchup, pizza and hamburgers – these foods get decidedly healthier when using organic, local ingredients, whole foods and wholesome fats. Kale chips are an [...]
Tag Archives: Health
Keep That Weight Loss Resolution!
January 13, 2011 – 1:12 PM
In light of quite possibly the most common New Years Resolution, I asked my resident nutritionist, Health Coach Quinn to share her important information with the ESEMA community on our blog. Not only are her recommendations truly healthful, they are sensible and sure to result in resolutions kept this year. The Only 10 Things You [...]
Happy New Year
January 5, 2011 – 11:01 AM
It is that time of year again, where we celebrate for all that life has been and look forward to that which we want to improve or create upon. We are truly grateful at ESEMA to be entering our 3rd year in business this Spring – and give thanks to you for helping us grow [...]
An Apple A Day
November 8, 2010 – 9:15 AM
There is nothing like picking fruit straight from the tree and crunching the crisp, yet sweet, apple-flesh. But the barrels of fresh apples abounding farmer’s and super markets across the country this time of year come pretty close to straight from the orchard. After the jump, see photos from my October apple-picking adventure in Woodstock, [...]
Slow Medicine
September 1, 2010 – 1:00 PM
Various aspects of life and industry have begun to adopt a Slow Movement policy to yield sustainable quality and equitable results. The principle foundation of “Slow” is to counter the “hurry up!” mentality of modern society and help bring awareness back to the present moment. Fast food, fast life, non-sustainable farming and the eroding of [...]
Vitamin D
July 29, 2010 – 7:41 AM
It is by far the most-talked about vitamin this year – with growing research proving that a Vitamin D deficiency can cause not only calcium deficiency (which can lead to osteoporosis), but other serious illnesses and hormone imbalances. So why all the fuss now? A study done in 2007 found a whopping 50% of women [...]
PURE Wellness Event – A Great Success!
February 25, 2010 – 12:57 PM
Last night’s Wellness Event, hosted by PURE Yoga East was a huge success and loads of fun. Many thanks to all the wonderful folks who turned out, and to PURE for hosting such a holistic event in their serene space. A truly inspiring group! See a photo recap after the jump.
Happy Holidays!
December 24, 2009 – 12:17 PM
Happy Holidays from My Home to Yours! Wishing you joy, health and happiness this season and always. In good health, Erin
Acupuncture for Children
November 14, 2009 – 9:50 AM
Meet O, a very happy baby who benefits regularly from Chinese Medicine dietary advice and also happens to be one of my past doula-births. Just as Chinese Medicine benefits fertility treatments and pregnancy health, it can offer safe and natural relief for common childhood complaints. Acupuncture has a long history of pediatric medicine, and is [...]