Author: Suzi Albrecht

Emotional Intelligence (EI) Emotional Intelligence is finally getting the traction it well deserves in the news, media and among regular folks like you and me. Though the term was coined in a 1964 paper by clinical psychologist Michael Beldoch, its popularity surged with the 1995 publication of the book Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ, by author and science journalist Daniel Goleman. A number of studies and books by different authors in the field of science and psychology followed, and now Emotional Intelligence (EI), or measurement of a person’s Emotional Quotient (EQ) has gained popularity to the…

Benefits of the 8 B Vitamins There is no doubt that B vitamins pack a power punch for your health. The 8 vitamins that make up the B complex offer a range of valuable essential nutrients that help keep you balanced both mentally and physically. The benefits range from supporting your metabolism to providing energy by helping convert food to fuel, and regulating mood. B vitamins also help make hormones and neurotransmitters for normal and optimal brain function. Proper Dosing of B Vitamins is Important Awareness of proper dosing of the B vitamins is critical, as too little or too…

How Does Mindfulness Improve Your Health? Mindfulness is a natural, age old practice that has been proven, in recent years, to dramatically improve both physical and mental health. It started as a Buddhist practice 2,600 years ago, but and has become an increasingly popular concept in psychotherapy today (to learn about Buddhism, click here). But first, what exactly is mindfulness? Mindfulness is the ability to be fully present in the moment. It’s a state of mind where you focus on your awareness of the moment, and your immediate feelings and thoughts. Its being aware of what you are doing, and…

Five Reasons Plus Benefits of Drinking Bone Broth Have you ever wondered why chicken broth is so good for you when you have the flu or the cold, and why a giant bowl of Pho is the only food that can make you feel better when you’re feeling so-so? And why bone broth shops these days are such a lucrative business? When bones, and especially feet, are boiled for a long time, the marrow, ligaments and tendons break down. And when this happens, they release a gelatin-rich broth which is rich in collagen and many other nutrient dense compounds that…

How Microneedling Makes Your Skin Look Young Microneedling is a simple procedure that gives you younger, healthier looking skin. It goes beyond the surface level of your skin to provide deep, lasting results that improve with time. It is proven to turn back the clock. Microneedling is an inexpensive, effective way to improve the overall look, feel, and health of your skin. So what exactly is micro needling? It’s different from the other, more intensive facials. They are all effective,  and each has its own list of great benefits. Fractional Laser – A Similar Option A fractional laser helps smooth surface…

Here are 7 Healthy eating tips to cleanse your system, strengthen your  organs and boost your energy levels all day. 1. Start your day with a tall glass of hot lemon water. Give your kidneys and liver some love in the morning! Hot lemon water helps rehydrate your body, flushes your digestive system and helps prevent kidney stones. Hot lemon water also helps detoxify your liver, which will help you burn more belly fat more effectively. 2. Be prudent with protein. Most people need around half a pound of meat protein a whole day. For example, an average woman should…