Have you ever hit snooze on your alarm one too many times, only to wake up and rush yourself out the door for work? From the stress to the missed breakfasts, it is not our preferred way to start the day. How you start your morning can set the tone for the rest of your day, which is why it's so important to have some [...]
Preparation is key to eating well and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. When it comes to healthy eating, having a stocked pantry is essential to keeping you on track. It will keep you motivated to eat healthily, save you many last-minute grocery runs, and will ensure that you always have the staples for a healthy meal readily available. Here are some of the best healthy items [...]
We know that salads and leafy greens are beneficial for us, but which ones are the best? Not all leafy greens are equal when it comes to nutritional content, and I'm going to break down a few and dive deeper into which ones pack the biggest punch. Here are the top leafy greens to incorporate into your diet and how to prepare them. Why are [...]
With the summer heat comes a lot more sweating. We lose more water than we usually do in the colder months, making it even more important to stay vigilant about remaining hydrated. I know this can be a difficult task if it's not something you're used to doing daily, so here are some helpful tips to make sure you stay hydrated this summer. 1. Eat [...]
Lasting changes don't happen overnight. These new habits take time to establish, time to adjust what's not working into something that does work, and guidance from within on what will work best for you. I've found some that these pillars of health are the perfect foundation for lasting change, so if you need some encouragement for those new habits, here is the foundation I [...]
When you think about food cravings, typically the first thing that comes to mind would be some type of junk food. Something that is high in calories, low in nutrients, processed and quite unhealthy. Is that what you tend to crave when a craving kicks in? What is your go-to craving -- chocolate chip cookies? A big bowl of ice cream? Personally, rippled potato chips have [...]
There’s a fine line between waiting too long between meals and snacking all day to curb your hunger. Waiting too long can cause you to overeat during your mealtimes because you’re ravenous – and grazing all day can lead to mindless or habitual eating that could cause overeating, especially when you’re still eating full meals at meal times. The goal is to figure out your [...]
Attaining and maintaining our ideal weight is a never ending journey. I think of this as a journey rather than quick fixes. I have all the badges to illustrate my history - life membership in Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig and almost everything else. It wasn't until I was in the fight for my life, to beat Stage IV Cancer without traditional protocols, that I discovered [...]
Preparing for travel can quite honestly, throw me in to a spiral for days. Three days prior to leaving, I am trying on clothes, making piles and changing my mind. Why is it that I feel so frazzled when planning my wardrobe? Then for these few days my bedroom has clothes, shoes and accessories all over. While I share this, I hope I am no alone! Interestingly, [...]
Sometimes, preparing for a relaxing day out of the house can actually be overwhelming. There is often so much to get ready and staying healthy on the go takes planning. This is why we prepared this video for you. As I was fighting for my life and beating stage IV cancer without traditional protocols, I HAD to learn how to make good choices. I HAD [...]
