I became a Hypnotherapist after being fascinated with the idea that you can give someone a sugar pill, a saline injection or even perform some fake surgery or give someone a fake treatment, and a certain percentage of those people through their belief that they will be healed will get better with a substance that has zero healing capability. Their body’s automated healing abilities take over and create the exact chemicals within their own physiology equal to the substance that they think they're taking. That is the placebo effect. 
 
So, the big question is, is there a way to tap into the placebo effect and mobilize our inner resources for healing without having to be tricked with fake medicine and procedures? ​

Coffee is everywhere and many of us rely on a cup... or ten to get us through our day. But what is it doing to our bodies? Long story short, it has both positive AND negative impacts. The good news is there are plenty of alternatives readily available for when you need a break!

​Bruschetta, an Italian classic appetizer. It’s made with bread, tomatoes, basil, garlic, red onion, salt and pepper, olive oil. This recipe takes a classic Italian appetizer and turns it into a main dish. I love the dish because makes me think of summer. Can you think of anything fresher and more delicious than a juicy, ripe tomato and some fresh basil with drizzle of balsamic vinegar and olive oil on top of grilled Chicken. All the tools you need for this dish is a cutting board, chef knife, grill ore grill pan. Its easy fast and delicious summer dish.

Get behind the scenes insight from Chef Kristen on her journey as a personal chef  in her interview.

Summer picnics are a great way to get out of the house and really enjoy a meal with good company. However, packing a picnic meal can be tricky. Here are two picnic sides that will not disappoint!