All posts by Lisa Eisenstadt

Lisa is a wellness counselor and founder of Routes to Wellness. She is certified by the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and is a member of the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Lisa emphasizes mindfulness and spirituality through her counseling, guiding women to live their best life – a life that acknowledges and nourishes the body, mind, and spirit. She is a self-taught vegetarian cook, practices yoga, and is passionate about physical movement, creativity, and self-care. Lisa is dedicated to sharing the value of holistic health with others and helping women uncover the tools they need to feel vibrant, confident, and strong.

I Stayed in a Job That Was Starving My Soul

April 16, 2012, 7 Comments

Knowing you’re not in the right job and taking the steps to make a change are two vastly different things. Read how a foggy morning traffic jam and a lot of courage helped our second essay contest finalist take the leap to a new career.

The Real Scoop on Sugar

March 21, 2012, 1 Comment

You know the obvious solutions to cut back on sugar: skip the soda, avoid the cookies. But turns out, added sugar hides in places a lot less obvious than sweets. So if you want to lighten up on it, it’s time to get strategic. Here’s what you need to know.

5 Secrets for Making Quick, Healthy Meals at Home

5 Secrets to Making Quick, Healthy Meals at Home

March 7, 2012, 1 Comment

We know, sometimes it doesn’t feel like there enough hours in the day to whip up a healthy meal. So that’s why we’re bringing you these great tricks: 5 simple ways to make cooking at home fast, convenient, and even a little fun.

4 Healthy Snacks to Indulge Your Sweet Tooth

4 Healthy Recipes to Indulge Your Sweet Tooth

February 22, 2012, No comments

Natural treats like fruit, vanilla, and honey not only satisfy your sweet tooth, but give you a huge nutritional bang for your buck, too. Here are a few easy, delicious suggestions to get your sugary fix, the natural way.

The Big Benefits of Eating What’s in Season
February 8, 2012, No comments
Seasonal changes are easy to see and feel—the crisp fall, the snowy winter, the fresh spring—but they’re often difficult to taste, thanks to year-round access to nearly every type of food. But even so, here’s why you should stick to what’s in season.

Why You Should Ditch the Diet Mentality
January 25, 2012, No comments
It seems like there’s a new fad diet every day that promises to help us lose weight and be healthier. But the truth is, in the long run, none of them really work. Here’s why you should forget about diets—plus tips on living a healthy life, the right way.

4 Effortless Ways to Live a Healthier Life
January 11, 2012, No comments
Two weeks into the new year, do you find yourself struggling to maintain your healthy resolutions? Check out these inspiring tips on how to stick with a healthy lifestyle—and actually enjoy it. (Hint: you don’t have to be perfect!)

The Power of Intention: How to Keep Your Resolution for Good
December 28, 2011, No comments
Not many of us hang on to our New Year’s resolutions past January. But if you really want to achieve your goals, why not make 2012 the year? Read on for six practical tools for making realistic, attainable resolutions—and actually sticking with them.

Feed Yourself to Vitality: Nourishing Your Soul
December 14, 2011, No comments
You’ve heard it: body, mind, and soul—the three elements of balance. But, we often have little time to take care of our bodies or minds—and even if we do, we rarely get to the soul part of the equation. Here’s how to start tapping in to that oft-neglected part of yourself.

Feed Yourself to Vitality: Clearing Your Head
November 30, 2011, No comments
Taking care of yourself and achieving health and vitality isn’t just about nourishing your body—it’s about nourishing your mind, too. Here are three ways you can make time each day to clear your head, reduce your stress, and maintain a better mental balance.