The BEST Vegetarian Supermarket in NYC!!!!

Hi Everyone!!!
  I'm back!!!  I was on hiatus for a while but you will be sure to see new posts from me from now on!!!  Happy Spring!  What an amazing time of year- it's beautiful to see everything begin to bloom.  I wanted to tell you about my favorite vegetarian supermarket in NYC- it's by far one of my best kept secrets- i actually call it my "Hippie supermarket"- it's called Integral Yoga Natural Foods and it is located on 13th between 7th and 8th- closer to 8th.  I LOVE this store and love supporting small businesses.  Everything in this store is integrated to help you maintain a healthy, well balanced life and is one of the most cost conscience healthy stores i know of in NYC.  I can buy a ton of groceries here for $60.00 and the same amount of stuff would be double at Whole Foods.  I just really love the philosophy of this little hippie grocery store and i know every time i go in there and buy something it is going to be good for me- i mean, what more could you ask for???  It also reminds me of the little grocery stores i used to go to when i was a child in Miami.  They have a wide range of organic fruits and veggies that are always FRESH, a wall of super foods ( which you should eat everyday) and a cute old school juice bar / deli with amazing soups and desserts that are vegan.  They also have a super cool beauty section with a wide range of paraben free and yummy products.  The thing is if you go in to Integral for food you know you will be walking out with something that is good for you and that is why it made my best list- besides the fact that every time i walk in there i feel like i am one of the lucky few that knows about this hidden gem so i wanted to share that with all of you.  So if you live in NYC or are here for a visit don't miss out on  the Hippist, Hippiest grocery store around!!!
http://www.integralyoganaturalfoods.com/Home.html

On Hiatus.

Just wanted to let you all know I am on a hiatus doing some investigating work on what's best for all of you so hold tight until after April 1st....  I will be back with lots of GREAT info on what's best!  Lots of Love!!!! xoxo

The BEST Cosmetic Dentist in NYC

I LOVE my dentist.  I mean I really love, love, looooove my dentist- how many people can say that? This love affair began years ago.  When I was 7 years old I broke all my front teeth in half on one of those springy things in the park that goes back and forth- needless to say that's when my nightmare began.  For years I had bonds on my teeth that felt like cement in the front of my mouth.  Every four years I would have to get new bonding because it would discolor and chip.  I dreamt of the day I could afford veneers but noticed that some people I knew that had them looked like they had white chicklets in their mouth and knew that i would want something very natural and beautiful and that's when my journey began.  I saw Dr. Lowenburg and got a consultation and he looked at me and told me everything he could do to make my mouth look "beautiful"- he was confident and I could tell he was a perfectionist and dental genius but I had to get a few more opinions because, as you know, i search and search to make sure what I have is the best :)  So I saw some of the other "top" New York dentists and NOTHING could compare.  Some would ask me to bring them in pictures of what i would want my teeth to look like (what??  How am i supposed to know what would look good???) and some just didn't seem to have the passion for cosmetic dentistry that Dr.Lowenburg had.  After years of searching and saving my pennies I decided to go back to the BEST dentist that i saw and the saying that "all good things come to those who wait" unfolded.  I went from cement mouth to having a BEAUTIFUL set of teeth.  The first time i saw and felt my veneers i literally cried because those bonds had been the thorn in my side for years.... I'm a private person and would normally not want to tell people I have veneers but if i can save one person from bad veneers I've done my job here.  If you want the BEST cosmetic dentist in the United States go see Dr. Lowenburg. Dr. Lituchy and Cantor are amazing too- everyone in their office is but I have to say that Dr. Lowenburg is my fave :)  I also go to to them for cleanings and regular dental treatments ( Esther is the best dental hygenist).  The staff makes you feel like family and you are in the BEST hands in this practice.  If you're into the whole celebrity thing they have a long list of celebrity smiles.. You may be able to find veneers cheaper someplace else but take it from me- you get what you pay for and I searched and searched until I found the best... I made my dentist promise he would never retire and he said he wouldn't :).   That's why Dr. Lowenburg is on the top of my list so if you're thinking of having a smile makeover he's the man!!!!- Trust me!!!!
http://www.lowenbergandlituchy.com/home.html

To your BEST year EVER!!!!! Happy 2012!!!

Wishing all of you one of the BEST years you will ever have.  I have a really good feeling about 2012 and I wish everyone an amazing new year filled with peace, serenity, love, happiness, financial security, and every little thing your heart desires.  Remember to do what feels good for you and only the BEST will follow- it's the law of attraction.  With LOVE from my heart to yours- xoxo

One of My BEST Beauty Secrets!!!!

 This is one of my best beauty secrets and although it's not the only one it's my favorite...  100 percent Certified Organic Pure Extra Virgin Coconut Oil and it's not for what you think it's for even though it's great to cook with (it can withstand a high heat when cooking)..... I use Coconut Oil twice daily as a facial and body moisturizer.  Not only is it inexpensive but it's ultra moisturizing, protects against free radical damage, is loaded with antioxidants and is petroleum and paraben  free ( I don't use anything on my skin that has parabens because I feel like what you put on your skin you are putting into your body).  I have super sensitive skin and I DO NOT break out from Coconut Oil.  It is also antiviral, antifungal and antibacterial if you eat a tablespoon a day - it's not the easiest thing to eat but it is great for you and I try to do it everyday. The other thing that makes me obsessed with Coconut Oil ( my friend Shayna told me about this and I love her for it ) is that it can be used as a sunscreen and protects from any UV damaging rays ( Don't tell my dermatologist I said that but it's true).  I went through a rebellious stage this summer and laid out with coconut oil and not only did I get a beautiful tan but I didn't burn!!! ( But if you decide to try this do it at your own discretion as everyones skin type is different- i also still wore sunblock on my chest... It was amazing. So this for sure makes the best list.... It's by far one of my BEST beauty secrets and I think you will love it.  Don't be scared by how thick the oil is in the jar just rub a little in your hands and it will melt down to a nice oil that smells amazing.  This is great for men, women and dogs (mine love to eat it) and that's why I think it's the best!!!!
http://www.mnwelldir.org/docs/nutrition/coconut.htm
Check out this short video!!!
http://youtu.be/EZeSaD10zeM

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!!!

Wishing all of my BEST friends and followers from all over the world a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!  I wish you all the BEST, most amazing time with family and friends.... Spread the LOVE today and always.... Love- Kristy xoxoxo

The BEST Acupuncturist in NYC.

I've been to a few acupuncturists in the city but never to one like Deborah...  I literally felt like I died and went to heaven when she gave me acupuncture and hot stone meridian therapy and boy am I addicted.  I didn't see her for any specific reason but the fact that I have not been sleeping well and my back has been tense lately but she specializes in tendino-muscular issues and pain so she treats many athletes, dancers and runners - she explained it to me like this - the normal type of acupuncture will take six months to do what her type can do in two treatments ( because of the type of acupuncture she practices).  She has AMAZING energy and you can tell she has a love for what she does.  I went in to see her with my back a mess and literally walked out of there feeling so much lighter it was kind of unbelievable.  When she put the needles in my back and told me to relax I totally zoned out and went someplace else which rarely happens to me even when I get a massage- to be honest the last guy that performed acupuncture on me told me to relax and I thought he was kidding.  The day after my treatment  I woke up feeling just as great as when I left her office.  She specializes in an array of treatments and if you have the chance or your body needs some help I seriously think this is the woman for you ( you should really combine the acupuncture with the hot stone treatment if you can).  It's one of the BEST things I've done for myself in a long time and trust me she is the BEST acupuncturist in the city ( located in Union Square)......  Check out her website  http://acupunctureandhotstones.com/html/bio.html