We at the SunriseGuide just love our bicycles and never miss a chance to promote one of our favorite outdoor activities. Exercise, fresh air, green transportation, and just a general great time – what could be better? Whether your pleasure is mountain or road biking, and whether you’re a competitive cyclist or a leisurely rider,…
SRG: How do you define “raw food”? EF: The raw & living foods lifestyle is fun, tasty and simple: it entails eating a diet of fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds & sprouted grains–and nothing heated over 118 degrees. The food is creative, colorful & beautiful. SRG: What are the health benefits of eating raw foods? EF:…
SRG: There are so many different theories and ideas about weight loss and weight maintenance out there. What’s your approach when working with people? LP: I take a totally individualized approach. I am working with a new client who is drinking four 20-oz bottles of Mt. Dew per day. That is where we start; reducing…
Pharmaceuticals that have been flushed down the toilet are showing up in our water supplies at alarming rates, impacting our fish and wildlife, and in some cases even ending up in the public water supply. See www.smarxtdisposal.net for take-back programs in your area.
There is room for being green in all areas of life—even at that time of the month. Most major brands of tampons and feminine hygiene pads use a chlorine bleaching process to whiten their products. This results in products that contain dioxin and rayon, which are linked to serious health issues. A common misconception is…
Have you ever wondered exactly how long your running or walking route is? Wish you could map it, share it with others, get suggested routes from others in your area? Check out www.mapmyrun.com, www.mapmyride.com and www.mapmywalk.com for all this and more.
Most commercial energy drinks combine salt, refined sugar, caffeine, and artificial flavoring and dyes to give you a quick burst of energy—then leave you high and dry when you crash an hour later. If you’d like to hydrate in a healthy way and avoid high-fructose corn syrup and caffeine packaged in plastic, give this recipe…
By guest columnist Carey Kish There’s nothing like getting outside for a good hike to get some exercise, enjoy the fresh air and unwind a little amid the natural beauty of the Maine coast. Thanks to the thoughtful conservation efforts of many public and private agencies and dedicated individuals, there are many protected lands along…
By guest columnist Alina Blakesley Reflexology is an ancient healing art that strengthens the body’s immune system. The reflexology practitioner uses thumb and finger pressure to stimulate specific reflex points on the feet. Some practitioners include hands, ears and face. The entire body can be mapped on the feet. There are points connected energetically to…
Pedaling in the 2011 cycling season with statewide events At The SunriseGuide we love our bicycles, and can’t wait for the cycling season to start – it’s almost here! We’ve found a bunch of great resources and events to inspire and inform you: Bike Commuter Education GO MAINE offers free guidance to business-owners wanting to…