Stem Cells in a Face Cream?

March 24th, 2010 . by Tonya Zavasta

People ask me: There are these new high-tech “stem cell creams” on the market. What do you think about them?Here’s the scoop on stem cells…Suppose you cut your finger. Your wound is able to heal because other skin cells around the damaged area divide and migrate to seal the wound. Break a leg, and chondrocytes (bone-forming cells) will repair the damage. Read the rest of this entry »


March Madness: Raw Food Recipes

March 8th, 2010 . by Tonya Zavasta

All around me I see signs and advertisements for ‘March Madness’ sales and events. When I look at the beautiful, bountiful and delicious produce coming into season in March, I think of ‘March Gladness’! Spring greets us with cabbage, herbs, chives and scallions, asparagus, leeks, parsley, grapefruits and clementines. Read the rest of this entry »


Hot Yoga High vs. the Runner’s High

March 2nd, 2010 . by Tonya Zavasta

In hospital during several rounds of hip surgery, I met and saw people with varied injuries. To my surprise some were runners who had injured themselves one way or another. Now they needed artificial hips or knees. Read the rest of this entry »


Raw Food and Hot Yoga Testimonials (Oct. 2009)

March 1st, 2010 . by Tonya Zavasta

10/28/09

I have ordered 2 jars of your facial cream, I would like to clarify: Firstly dry brush, secondly mask and finally apply the facial cream. I am now on 50% raw foods, I am very impressed with your book and your website, I made an effort to visit your website every day because it builds up my confidence in the raw food diet and I want to look glowing like you. Thank You so much for your articles and I am very impressed with your mask. -C. Read the rest of this entry »