Massage Envy in Buckhead

Sure, we already know that receiving a massage is super relaxing and stress relieving, but massages actually are good for your body.  Besides making you feel new and refreshed, massages can alleviate low-back pain, enhance your immune system by stimulating your lymph flow and improve your circulation by pumping oxygen and nutrients into tissues and organs, among other benefits.   

When was the last time you treated your body to one?  If it’s been a while, check out Massage Envy (3330 Piedmont Rd, Suite 26) in Buckhead…just minutes away from Uptown Buckhead apartments.  First time guests at Massage Envy can enjoy a one-hour massage for only $39.  You can even win a free massage by entering their weekly drawing from now through December.(Photo Credit: MyNewsletterBuilder)

Summertime Peach Soup

With the summer heat beginning to blaze down, most of probably won’t be having a lot of soup for dinner over the next few months.  Soup is traditionally a cold weather meal, as the warm liquid broth serves to keep our insides warm.

But for soup enthusiasts here at Uptown Buckhead that are waiting the warm weather out, there are alternative recipes that just might satisfy your palate and won’t leave you sweating bullets in the heat.  Particulary, fruit soups are becoming the new “it” item on summer time menus.  Many can be served either hot or cold.

Check out the recipe for Peachy Ginger Soup I found.  Sound delicious?  Head down to the Peachtree Road Farmers Market, grab some fresh, in-season Georgia peaches and try it out!

Peachy Ginger Soup

Intensify Your Push-Up

If you’ve ever worked out with a trainer, you know they always tell you to work your core.  That’s the area around your abdominals and lower-back that essentially connects your lower-body muscles to your upper-body muscles.  It’s important to keep that area fit and strong as it ehances your overall body strength.   Check out this tip on strengthening your core that I found online in the 15 Best Workout Tips of all time…

“Squat-thrust push-ups get you in great shape because they work your upper body, core and lower body and improve agility, strength and endurance all at once. From a standing position, bend down, put your hands on the floor shoulder-width apart, and jump your feet back into plank position. If you’re strong, cross your ankles; otherwise, jump your feet wide apart. Do a push-up, then jump your feet together or uncross your ankles. Jump your feet back to your hands and stand up. Do eight reps total, rest for one minute, and repeat.”

–Keli Roberts, Los Angeles — based trainer

What do you think?  I’ll usually try any new excercise at least once.  Luckily Uptown Buckhead has a fitness center to get a quick workout in too.

In-Season Produce: Markets near Uptown Buckhead

Do you shop for your fresh food and produce locally? If not, you may want to give it some serious consideration. Although today’s global market allows us to buy foods grown almost anywhere in the world at any given time, this option is not the most sustainable.

Buying in-season fruits and vegetables that are locally grown helps to eliminate the environmental damage caused by shipping foods across the country – and in some cases – the world. Not only does your food dollar go directly to the farmers, but you’re able to enjoy the health benefits of eating fresh, better tasting, unprocessed produce. According to the National Resources Defense Council, in-season foods for the state of Georgia (and surrouning areas) include:

Blueberries Cabbage Carrots Greens Snap Beans Strawberries Vidalia Onions Yellow Squash Zucchini Asparagus (Tennessee) Bananas (Florida) Broccoli (Florida, North Carolina) Cantaloupe (Florida) Cauliflower (Florida) Celery (Florida) Chinese Cabbage (Florida) Collards (Tennessee) Cucumber (Florida) Eggplant (Florida) Endive (Florida) Escarole (Florida) Gourds (Tennessee) Grapefruit (Florida) Herbs (Tennessee) Honey (Tennessee) Honeydew Melon (Florida) Indian Corn (Tennessee) Kumquat (Florida)

Leafy greens (North Carolina) Limes (Florida) Mamey Sapote (Florida) Mixed Greens (South Carolina) Mushrooms (Florida, Tennessee) Okra (Florida) Onions (Florida) Oranges (Florida) Papaya (Florida) Peanuts (North Carolina) Pecans* (Alabama) Peppers (Florida) Potatoes (Florida) Radishes (Florida) Scallions (South Carolina) Squash* (Alabama, Florida) Sweet Corn (Florida) Sweet Potatoes * (Alabama, North Carolina) Tangelos (Florida) Tangerines (Florida) Tomatoes (Florida) Watermelon (Florida)

Here is a short list of markets that sell fresh locally grown foods near the Uptown Buckhead area. If you can suggest any other markets, leave a comment and let the community know!

Markets near Uptown Buckhead

Going Green: Use Zipcar

Check out these simple environment friendly tips courtesy of the Divine Caroline website…

• Consider a car sharing service like Zipcar.
• Ride a bike.
• Walk, jog, or run.
• Go to your local library instead of buying new books.
• At holidays and birthdays, give your family and friends the gift of saving the earth. Donate to their favorite environmental group, foundation, or organization.

Fogelman Management Group is focused on spreading the word about Going Green, a term that signifies the social movement towards environmental conservation, protection and improvement. It’s all about making simple lifestyle choices that will lessen our negative impact on the Earth. Making and using home products with organic materials is just one way to we can make a difference.

Stay tuned to the Uptown Buckhead blog throughout the month of April for more tips on how you can play your part.

Got Dentist?

I went to my first Buckhead dentist and boy was I pleased.  Dr. Michaela McKenzie with Dazzling Smiles sure put a smile on my face.  Not only did she take her time to make sure she didn’t cause me any pain but her personality will just make you melt.  Her office is conveniently located at 3098 Piedmont Road, Suite 100 and she may be reached at (770) 993-9217 or toofdr@mindspring.com .  Want to be happy with your dentist?  Make your appointment with Dr. Michaela McKenzie today!

Did You Take Your Vitamins?

Do you think you eat the right and necessary foods your body need to functions well. Have a good nutritional diet is fundamental for the human health in all aspects. However, a lot of of people do not intake the right amount of vitamins there body needs.

Such vitamins are essential for your body’s health:
Omega 3s
Zinc
Calcium
Folic Acid
Iron
B-vitamins
Antioxidant

Click here to read why.