Anti-Aging | Live Young - Lou Ann Donovan

15 Simple Ways to Live Younger and Longer

October 24, 2016 by Lou Ann Donovan Leave a Comment

The way you think, the way you behave, the way you eat, can influence your life by 30 to 50 years. ~ Deepak Chopra

Here are some simple ways to extend your life so you can live young, look young and be young…

10 Tips Using Essential Oils for Anti-Aging

August 29, 2016 by Lou Ann Donovan Leave a Comment

I’m excited to introduce you to my friend and guest blogger Jennifer Tremblay, a Charlotte-based Certified Holistic Health Coach and Essential Oil educator. Jennifer takes a holistic approach to wellness coaching, believing that the entire body works as one and is capable of maintaining optimal health if given needed nutrients and protected from harmful toxins. She specializes in natural health solutions, including aromatherapy and therapeutic essential oils.

Hi I’m Jennifer, a happy and healthy woman in my mid-fifties! I’m super excited to talk about essential oils and specifically how they can help slow the signs of aging in my video: Essential Oils for Anti-Aging!

Essential oils are one of my favorite topics. . .as well as most of my clients’ especially the women! For those who are new to essential oils, I’ll give a quick overview in my video and then get into more specifics on how you can use them to look and feel younger.

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Eat These Antioxidant-Rich Berries Every Day

May 9, 2016 by Lou Ann Donovan Leave a Comment

Eat a handful of antioxidant-rich berries every day for a healthier and longer life!

With summer approaching berries seem to be everywhere…grocery stores and local Farmer’s market all at great prices too! I love to add a few raspberries or blueberries to my oatmeal, blend up a strawberry smoothies and even add them to my salads!

Even though whole fruits contain a natural sugar they can still spike your blood sugar. Try making protein the focus of each a meal and consume a half cup of fruit for the daily antioxidant impact. Everything in moderation right! [Read more…]

Self Care: 6 Simple Ways to Rejuvenate Now

February 15, 2016 by Lou Ann Donovan Leave a Comment

“Rest and self-care are so important. When you take time to replenish your spirit, it allows you to serve others from the overflow. You cannot serve from an empty vessel.” ~Eleanor Brownn

Self care refers to any intentional actions you take to care for your physical, mental and emotional health. So basically anything that makes you a healthier person should be done on a regular basis. Like showering and brushing your teeth are both common self care routines. [Read more…]