“I’m a Girl” and the New Initiative to Boost Body Image Diversity

When I first heard about Bloomberg's latest public health campaign to help boost the self-esteem of girls bombarded with images of unfair beauty standards, I was both surprised and curious. Despite Bloomberg's polarizing stance on the soda ban and many other proposed plans to change the quality of life for New Yorkers, I am continually …

Guest Post: “How a Gluten Free Lifestyle Saved My Kidneys”

I'm an avid believer in the medicinal power of whole foods and a healthy diet. Often our first inclination when confronted with disease and other health challenges, is to treat the problem with prescription drugs. We overlook our diet as an afterthought, when there are loads of benefits that can be reaped from a sound …

I Looked Up

Do you remember learning how to ride a bike for the first time? How it felt? The thoughts that crossed your mind? My memories are vivid, considering my first bike-riding experience was a little over a month ago. I grew up watching other kids ride their bikes around my neighborhood, envious of their skill and …