In this episode, Kimberly and Tony talk about a topic that is very close to both their hearts. It's something that Kimberly thinks is so powerful for all of us to learn about more and that is: meditation. They speak about how meditation has impacted their lives and some of the challenges they have faced as they set up their practice as well as the many amazing benefits they feel. Kimberly also shares some easy tips for beginners and how to get into a meditation practice.

Next, Kimberly’s very special guest is a wellness expert named Jovanka Ciares, a former entertainment executive turned Wellness expert, detox specialist, nutrition educator and author. Jovanka is from Puerto Rico, which, as many of you know, is a country very dear to Kimberly’s heart. Kimberly has written at least part of all the Beauty Detox books there. Jovanka is plant-based, and she appeared on a new series that premiered recently on ABC called "My Diet Is Better Than Yours," having offered a vegan diet.

About Jovanka Ciares

Jovanka Ciares is a former entertainment executive turned Wellness expert, detox specialist, nutrition educator and author. She is the creator of the Wellness Smackdown™, a proprietary detox and weight loss program and the Sexy Body Reset, an online weight loss program that focuses on cleansing, nutrient-rich vegan foods for natural weight loss.

Jovanka studied nutrition with best-selling author Dr. T. Colin Campbell at Cornell University and life/wellness coaching at the Spencer Institute.  She offers lectures, workshops and wellness coaching in both English and Spanish.

She has spent over 10 years studying and experimenting with alternative therapies, nutrition, herbalism and more. Jovanka has personally experienced the healing power of a holistic lifestyle and proper nutrition. Her journey towards self-healing, peace and happiness became her motivation to inspire and support others to do the same.

Jovanka is a featured expert at Whole Foods, Veria Living, Fox News LA, NPR and CBS Radio. She’s also a regular contributor in Spanish-language media outlets like Telemundo and a contributing guest expert at The Huffington Post, MindBodyGreen, BlogHer and Positively Positive. Jovanka gave her first TEDx talk on “Rethinking Failure” in November 2013.

About Tony Flores, a long-time friend of Kimberly who, after graduating from Stanford University, began researching and writing professionally full-time. He has a passion for natural health, especially Beauty Detox, and loves to share exciting new studies and insights he learns with Kimberly and the community!

Meditation Segment:Harvard neuroscientist: Meditation not only reduces stress, here’s how it changes your brain

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/inspired-life/wp/2015/05/26/harvard-neuroscientist-meditation-not-only-reduces-stress-it-literally-changes-your-brain/

7 Ways Meditation Can Actually Change The Brain

http://www.forbes.com/sites/alicegwalton/2015/02/09/7-ways-meditation-can-actually-change-the-brain/

Kimberly’s Free Meditations

http://academy.kimberlysnyder.com/courses/7-day-guided-meditations

Self Realization Fellowship

http://www.yogananda-srf.org/Default.aspx?langtype=1033

Jovanka Ciares Interview:

Jovanka Ciares Website:

http://jovankaciares.com

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