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Husband and wife team Dr Sonia Gupte and Jit Gupte were successful professionals in Dubai but felt something was missing in their lives. That realization led them to seek personal transformation and greater meaning, ultimately leading them to found their new hypnotherapy center, enso-nia, at 7858 Ivanhoe Ave. At their La Jolla facility, the pair work to provide deep healing to others through clinical hypnotherapy sessions, while also educating and imparting their knowledge to students as they pursue world-class certification in Integrative Critical Hypnotherapy. Sonia worked as a family physician for 15 years, followed by eight years as a clinical…

Husband and wife team Dr Sonia Gupte and Jit Gupte were successful professionals in Dubai but felt something was missing in their lives. That realization led them to seek personal transformation and greater meaning, ultimately leading them to found their new hypnotherapy center, enso-nia, at 7858 Ivanhoe Ave. At their La Jolla facility, the pair work to provide deep healing to others through clinical hypnotherapy sessions, while also educating and imparting their knowledge to students as they pursue world-class certification in Integrative Critical Hypnotherapy. Sonia worked as a family physician for 15 years, followed by eight years as a clinical…

No time to meditate? Here’s how to practice anytime: Source: Center for Healthy Minds Xie Qiang I have been wearing glasses since I was in junior high school due to myopia. In the winter, when I moved from the cold outdoors to a warm indoor space, my glasses would fog up, temporarily reducing my vision, which made me feel irritated and annoyed. One day, practicing a simple meditation changed my relationship with this recurring problem. Instead of resisting the fogging, I focused on a physical sensation: the sensation of heat on my forehead caused by irritation. By observing this sensation…

(WFRV) – When it’s hot, the last thing you want to do is turn on your oven. In this segment, Chef Jill shares other ways to have fun without baking. “At the Table” with Chef Jill’s Summer Sizzle will air again on July 20 and August 3. No-Bake Almond Joy Cake (serves 8): material: 1 package (7 oz) of sweetened coconut shreds 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup chopped almonds 1 loaf (16 ounces) frozen pound cake (thawed) 2 cups semisweet mini chocolate chips, divided 1 cup fresh cream direction: Place 1 cup chocolate chips in a…

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Eating habits aligned with the Mediterranean diet and the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet may help lower the risk of cardiovascular disease in adults with type 1 diabetes, according to the results of a six-year study. Both the DASH diet and the Mediterranean diet are considered heart-healthy and emphasize plant-based foods, healthy fats, lean proteins, and low intake of processed foods and sugars. “Type 1 diabetes increases your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, raising the chances of heart attack, stroke, and other serious health complications,” said Arpita Basu, PhD, RD, associate professor in the…

Image: EVER Forum Brands, a holding company for family-oriented consumer brands, announced it has acquired EVER, a leading provider of clean skin care solutions, from Stella & Dot Brands. Known for its patented LSR10 technology, EVER offers luxurious, clinically proven skin care essentials that address the hormonal changes experienced in one’s 30s, around menopause and beyond. “We are thrilled that EVER has found the perfect home to drive its next phase of growth,” said Jessica Herrin, CEO and founder of Stella & Dot Brands. “I am incredibly impressed with Forum’s depth in the wellness space and the vast capabilities of…

Kripalu Yoga & Wellness CentreStockbridge, Massachusetts / Yoga giant Kripalu, 52 years old, has programming to appeal to everyone from yoga beginners to yoga gurus. But its programming goes beyond sun salutations and includes tarot immersions, couples transformational workshops, queer affinity circles, and healing retreats for men of color on its 125-acre campus, a former Jesuit monastery. Whatever your creative expression (dancing, drawing, drumming) or your self-care need (dealing with sudden loss, overcoming patterns of self-sabotage), there’s a plan that calls your name. KripaluBook now on TripAdvisor Rancho La PuertaTecata, Baja California, Mexico / Founded more than 80 years ago,…

For low-income Californians Smoothies are the first step in adopting healthier eating habits, as doctors, researchers, and patients have found in Alameda County, where, as I wrote in a column earlier this month, doctors prescribe health foods to patients with chronic illnesses. Through a pilot program called Recipe4Health, one of the lessons taught to patients was that blending leafy greens into their drinks can help manage blood sugar levels. Blending smoothies allowed people to experience the taste of vegetables in an easy-to-make format, and those who didn’t make salads or cook vegetables became more interested in a plant-based diet, and…

Yvonne Shu took on a new role as president and general manager in May. Hill’s Pet Nutrition U.S. division. Hsu replaces Nicki Baty, who has served in the role since September 2020 and left the company to pursue other professional opportunities. The company said Sue comes to the role as a strategic business leader with a track record of delivering significant portfolio growth across multiple brands during her 25-year tenure at Hill’s parent company, Colgate-Palmolive.Su joined pet food company Hill’s in 2018 as marketing director and most recently served as the company’s executive vice president of global innovation and growth.The…

This time of year, many of us pack our SUVs and head to the beach or the mountains. Kids go to summer camp. Retirees spend their children’s inheritances on trips to far-flung places. Why do we feel the need to travel? And how does it affect our spiritual lives?Alan Wilson Watts, one of the first philosophers to interpret Eastern wisdom for a Western audience, said, “The soul encases the body; the body does not encase the soul.”This idea is a turn-of-the-mill way of thinking for most of us. Think of the soul as something that needs care, just like the…