Slowing down can be one of the greatest gifts of aging—it allows us to move more mindfully, breathe more fully, and connect more deeply with ourselves. Yoga supports a graceful aging, helping us build strength, flexibility, and balance while honoring our body’s natural pace.
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Claim Your Free Yoga Reboot Class Recording Here! Join me in this revitalizing session where you’ll learn and practice proven techniques designed to enhance your flexibility, build strength, and sharpen your focus. It’s a chance to reconnect with your body and mind. You’ll leave the
Improve your flexibility, mobility, strength back health, and balance! 🪑 Join us for Chair Yoga Saturday May 10 at 11am Palo Alto Library, Rinconada Branch, Embarcadero Room, 1213 Newell Rd., Palo Alto, CA, 94303, View Map Wear flat shoes and comfortable clothing to move with
Let’s talk wakame—my go-to snack for decades and an absolute game-changer for your health. This nutrient-packed sea vegetable is loaded with minerals like calcium, magnesium, and iodine (great for your bones and thyroid), plus vitamins A, C, D, E, and K for glowing skin and
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Are you protecting your family’s health by ensuring your water is free from harmful contaminants? Contaminants can make your water murky, give it a bad taste and smell, and even cause serious illness—some can be outright deadly. The number of U.S. communities affected by the
Are you one of the Americans currently receiving water from a source that violates the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Safe Drinking Water Act? Violations range from inadequate testing to dangerous levels of contaminants like arsenic or lead. These violations occur across the country, from rural
As we age, it’s natural for our joints to become stiff and less mobile, leading to discomfort and challenges with daily activities. The good news is that yoga can make a significant difference. By incorporating gentle stretches and targeted strengthening exercises, yoga can enhance your
Practice these Chair Yoga moves with your hand weights for stronger arms, shoulders, wrists and hands. These are for Seniors and anyone who wants to maintain strength as they age. Do as many repetitions as you can. Take a break and begin again. Let me
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Celtic Sea Salt is authentic, unprocessed whole salt from pristine coastal regions. With a subtle flavor and delicious taste, it’s a great all-purpose salt shaker to keep on hand on your kitchen table or in the pantry! Selina Natural is a excellent choice. The
This past Wednesday, I had the delightful opportunity to be the guest speaker at the Women’s Club of Palo Alto’s monthly luncheon, attended by 120 members and guests. The invitation came in September 2022, providing ample time to meticulously plan my presentation. In the days
The joy of accumulating years often comes with its share of discomforts—stiff joints, diminishing strength, and a creeping sense of vulnerability that can overshadow our days. The fear of losing independence, the struggle with daily aches, and the longing to maintain mental clarity become more
In times of uncertainty and challenge, it’s important to find moments of levity and joy. As we do, we can also remain mindful of the suffering of others near and far. Humor is a universal language that transcends boundaries and connects us. In sharing a
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Healing Cuisine founder, Meredith McCarty, has three cookbooks with an abundance of vegan and macrobiotic recipes for meals that heal. My long time friend, Meredith, has three fabulous cookbooks: Click on the book image to learn more & purchase on Amazon. Sweet and Natural, More
During this often extra busy season, I’d like to share a breathing technique that helps to calm and relax. I learned about this method about 12 years ago when I attended a talk by Dr. Andrew Weil M.D. in San Mateo. It’s definitely a practice
Join us for Wednesday Morning Yoga Reboot LIVE Online for the health and mobility of your Back, Hips, Hamstrings, Core, Neck, Shoulders, Hands, Feet and everything in-between. November, December, and January 2024 Join us for Wednesday Morning Yoga Reboot LIVE online for the
When prompted, almost anyone can “sit up straight” or “have good posture.” It is maintaining good posture throughout the day that is difficult for the far majority of the population. Just as you have to consistently increase your level of physical fitness, it takes commitment
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Introducing my all-time favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe! It is a easy canvas for cookie creativity. Swap in some half oat or rice flour to impart a delightful twist. If you’re on a gluten-free journey, consider waving goodbye to pastry flour and welcoming
Crunchy Asian Salad Family and friends will love this salad. 1 head Napa (Chinese) cabbage, cut finely 2 ears corn, de-cobbed 1 carrot, grated 1/2 bunch cilantro, cut finely 1 small cucumber, peeled and cubed into 1/2-inch bites 1 tomato, diced, or 1/2 red pepper,
How to age healthy? Small changes can make a BIG difference right away. Check out these three books to get you inspired and started today. 1. The Age-Proof Brain 2. Aging Powerfully 3. The Grace in Aging We can boost our short and long-term
Are you feeling stiff as a board and struggling to touch your toes? Fear not! You can become more flexible, balanced and mobile with yoga. Our Aging with Grace Yoga and Chair Yoga series is here to boost your mood, improve your flexibility, and keep
FIVE essential tips to help you with your digestion. Number ONE, chew your food. Digestion begins in the mouth your saliva starts to break down the food so when it goes down your esophagus into your stomach the food it is ready for the next
Are your feet squeezed from your shoes? Are your feet sore? Do you have carpal tunnel syndrome? Do your hands or fingers feel stiff? Make them feel better here with this hands, ankles, wrists and hands 30 minute chair yoga class 👍 This is
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You need to know there are many yoga stretches and poses to strengthen your back and body. You are invited to join us for 9 Saturday Live Online Yoga classes! Click here for our Aging with Grace Yoga Series page to learn more and sign
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