Do you like to run?

Unfortunately, that particular activity still remains a chore for me. On one beautiful Saturday morning I had woken up unusually early and decided to throw caution and go for it, a full 5 miles. This was a pretty lofty goal for a person who only ventures out roughly once a month.

But the weather was so gorgeous and inviting,

All too often our outcome falls far from our intentions, especially when it comes to healthy eating habits and an active lifestyle. There are two types of consumers out there, one who reads the labels, and one who reads the headlines.

Aspen Food and Wine Festival 2015 was a fun event. Tents were set up all throughout this beautiful town. The event is stretched over 3 days, and is filled with educational seminars, cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs and tasting of wines from all over the world.

Technology and my family are synonyms. With a husband that spent years building businesses around technology, and a daughter who knows how to edit an iMovie and spends her days in a classroom sharing digital projects with her classmates, I’m always frantically trying to catch up.

Yep – that’s right. Don’t kill your veggies. Please. Exposing your veggies to high temperatures for extended time will destroy important nutrients.
Those who follow the principles of a RAW diet will argue that cooking vegetables is completely unnecessary.

Learning about phytonutrients is a big part of the Vital Life Program.
What are Phytonutrients?

Phytonutrients are natural compounds found in plants, their cells, and other chemical strings. These are some of the most powerful defenders of our health.

We live in a health-conscious society. With all the information available to the consumers, people are becoming concerned about food sources, personal activity levels, and the kind of wholesome nutrition plan is needed to live a long, healthy life.

I’d like to let you in on a little secret. Meditation isn’t just for wimps anymore. Some of the most successful and powerful people use meditation techniques to advance their careers. Simply put: Meditation is the practice of warriors. Fortune 500 warriors, media warriors, professional athletes, musicians, best selling authors and yes, even comedians are on the mindful path of living a life of purpose.

We’ve all heard about the importance of a good breakfast. Yet most of us are so busy trying to get out the door, we often forget to eat. However if we really analyze the word “Break Fast” we soon realize how important it is to fuel our body for the day ahead. After all, most of us sleep at least 5 to 8 hours a night and by the time we wake up, our mind/body engines are empty.