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Binge Eating Disorder

Speaking of Health A Sensitive Topic That Is Often Overlooked, Binge Eating Disorder By Marina Gavric, Health & Fitness Trainingwww.marinagavric.com A sensitive topic that is often overlooked, Binge Eating Disorder, is said to be one of the most under-diagnosed and under-treated eating disorders. It affects men and women alike, where generally some have gone through a traumatic life experience, in which food was the solution. After years and decades, these..

The Beautiful Wedding

By Julie Hart Conde My passion is bringing peace, joy and beauty into people’s lives. I especially enjoy doing this for brides and grooms, who often find it overwhelming when planning their wedding. If the multitude of details involved in planning your wedding is starting to get you stressed, below are 8 ways to keep you at peace as you plan one of the most important days in your life. 1. Breathe: When things start to get overwhelming, breathe deep, t..

Champion Among Champions - U.S. Congresswoman Jackie Speier

I walked into her office and could sense it: The heart of a champion with an invigorating pulse for her community ... these two thoughts so clearly evident … where I recently met with our US Congresswoman, Jackie Speier. Who is Jackie Speier? As if you didn’t already know, she’s our representative in Washington DC - Working extremely hard for us, our community and our common good. Full of energy, extremely knowledgeable and truly committed to public servi..

Helping Busy Families Save Time, Money and Stress, An Inerview With Real Estate Professional, Michelle Carr Crowe

Q: How long have you been in the Real Estate business?MCC: It feels like forever because my late mother, Silicon Valley real estate legend Judy Carr, got her real estate license back in 1971. She was in the business for 35 years before she passed away. I’ve “only” had my license since 1985-so 31 years.Q: What geographic areas and types of properties do you handle?MCC: While I’ve sold homes all over Santa Clara County and even to Brentwood and Elk Grove, my..

She creates Distinctive Interiors Unique to Each Client's Personal Taste. Read More About Certified Interior Designer Catherine Canfield

Q: How did you get started in this business?CC: I received a BFA in Interior Design in 1985. After graduating, I began working for an independent interior designer, who was very instrumental in teaching me about the business. When she decided to retire, I took over the business, and began working on my own. I eventually opened my own design studio, which carried home furnishings and antiques, as well as, a sample library with furniture catalogs, fabrics..

Are Live Conversations Making a Comeback?

By Caroline Moriarity Sacks Director of INFORUM In the technology capital of the world, San Franciscans know better than most about the latest messaging or communication apps. In a city turning conversations more virtual by the minute, a phenomenon is also developing: its citizens are wanting more interactions offline, with real people. At INFORUM, The Commonwealth Club’s Innovation Lab, we’re constantly seeing the benefits that come from live interaction..

Commit to Balance, to Your Fitness Success and to Yourself

Staying committed to an exercise and health plan is not always the simplest task. Breaking bad habits is never easy. “I have tried and tried!” … Yes, I know, I hear this, everyone’s story, all the time! Regardless of what age you may be or at what point you are in your life, men and women, boys and girls … a corporate executive, a student, an employee, a stay-at-home parent … we’re all busy all the time. Please recognize that health & wellness, as well as ..

Age is But A Number

You don’t spend 20 years in the fitness industry without learning a few things about numbers. A valuable term I learned early on, and attest to, is the age old adage that “Age is nothing but a number”. Each of us has a calendar age and a biological age. We’ve all seen this … Often I will see a 30 or 40 year-old who may look and feel considerably older than his or her actual age … or a 60 or 70 year-old who may look and feel considerably younger. How and w..

Want to Advance your Career? Find a Mentor!

By Dr. Frumi Rachel Barr Lux was a top performer. In the 20 years before I met her she was always considered a high potential employee. In her two decades in the IT department of a large financial institution she progressed slowly but steadily through the ranks. If there were a complex problem to resolve –Lux would get it done. And then she got stuck. She couldn’t understand why she was overlooked time and again to achieve a top position. The reason was s..

Interview with Anna G. Eshoo, U.S. House of Representatives

Q: Where did you grow up and go to school?Congresswoman Eshoo: I was born and raised in New Britain and Old Saybrook, Connecticut, and have lived in California most of my life. I have an AA degree from Cañada College, and I am a graduate of the CORO Foundation. I also hold an Honorary Degree from Menlo College.Q: What prepared you, who inspired you to go into politics? What did you do before being elected to Congress? Congresswoman Eshoo: I was elected to ..

Gratitude: A Powerful Antidote To Entitlement

By Carole Pertofsky, M.Ed. Director, Wellness and Health Promotion Services at Stanford University I was meeting up with friends in the latest hot restaurant in Palo Alto. As I walked towards my group, a very cool looking guy wearing a classy expensive black T-shirt leaned back in his chair and almost crashed into me as I squeezed between tables. He glared at me. And there, nestled just below his sculpted pecks, was the message, in bold Elephant Font: “Y..

Meet Denise Bevers, Co-Founder & COO of KindredBio

Q: Why/how did you get into the animal health industry? DB: For over 20 years I worked in the human drug development and medical communications industries, managing dozens of products and development programs from Phase I though Phase IV. While I enjoyed what I was doing, I wanted to do something that also paired with my love for animals and degree in zoology. I was fortunate to be able to leverage my years of experience in drug development and investor re..

Fertility Preservation: 5 Things You Should Know

By Dr. Aimee EyvazzadehPhotos by Jennifer CrandallYour fertility isn’t skin deep. It’s as simple as that. Just because you look like you’re 28 when you’re 42, doesn’t mean your ovaries are the same. Unlike men who don’t run out of sperm, it is totally normal and expected for every woman to run out of eggs by a certain age. The average age of menopause is 51 and it’s very difficult to get pregnant during the 10 years leading up to that age. Some of us are b..

Join The Fight Against Human Trafficking Here in Santa Clara County!

By Cindy Chavez, Santa Clara County Supervisor, District Two “Out of sight, out of mind” is a sad but fitting way to describe how human trafficking has grown into a multi-billion dollar illicit industry across the globe. Human trafficking is a form of modern day slavery that transcends gender, age, ethnic, socioeconomic and national boundaries. The most vulnerable of us are susceptible to traffickers’ use of deception, fraud, threats, coercion, violence..

Interview with Elisha Caunday of Elisha Marie Skin & Body

Q: Tell us about the med spa and what you offer? EC: We are a boutique spa that offers customized, high quality services for the skin. We also carry a clinical grade skincare line by Elisha Marie for all types of skin. My skincare brand has been meticulously thought out from the beautiful packaging to the ingredients. The Elisha Marie Skincare line dedicated to achieving results for people. We are very experienced, with a team that possess tremendous know..