by Ami Nakamura | Sep 2, 2026
Have you been taught to believe that cholesterol is the main culprit behind high blood pressure? The truth might surprise you.Today, let’s talk about how a simple root vegetable—beets—can naturally lower your blood pressure, detoxify your colon, transform your...
by Ami Nakamura | Aug 5, 2026
Look around the Western world today, and you’ll see a massive trend among young people: hitting the gym, pumping iron, and chasing muscle mass. Many have become true “Protein Devotees.” They consume massive amounts of meat every single day, top it off with...
by Ami Nakamura | Jul 30, 2026
A while ago, after serving a large bowl of our freshly made, nutrient-dense vegetable soup at Harmony Hill Health Retreat, a guest who worked as a gym trainer came up to me.She looked at her bowl and said, “Could you please give me more vegetables?”I was...
by Ami Nakamura | Jul 30, 2026
“If I eat rice, won’t I gain weight?””Carbs turn straight into fat, don’t they?” At Harmony Hill Health Retreat, this is one of the most common worries we hear from our guests. Decades of low-carb messaging have convinced people...
by Carol Williams | Nov 21, 2023
In today’s fast-paced world, finding balance in our lives can often feel like an elusive goal. The demands of our careers, family responsibilities, and personal commitments can leave us feeling overwhelmed and stressed. That’s why it’s essential for...
by Carol Williams | May 18, 2023
Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Do you reach for chips or ice cream any time? Emotional eating can be a difficult cycle to break for many people. But the good news is that overcoming emotional eating and creating a healthier relationship with food is possible. In...