Cravings can be a way that your body is telling you something. Honor your cravings by getting to the root cause of it, and find out what your body really needs. Bust the sugar devil! There are many root causes to sugar cravings. Weaning off sugar can be so much easier if you tackle these… [Read More]
Reduce Stress with These Relaxation Techniques
Stress management is a very multi-faceted topic, and should be approached holistically from many angles. These relaxation techniques are a good place to start. For starters, diffusing essential oils during relaxation enhances the experience! Relax with your favorite oil combo or just use lavender for a calming, relaxing effect. Let’s look at other ways to… [Read More]
Eat Your Greens!
You’ve heard the saying, “Eat your greens!” For the past year I have been picking my up a wonderful bag of vegetables from a local organic farm. Community Supported Agriculture Every week I receive an email telling me what is in my CSA share. CSA stands for “Community Supported Agriculture.” A CSA is a partnership… [Read More]
Don’t forget to hydrate!
Okay, so let me ask you… Does your morning typically start with a latte or cappuccino? Do you find yourself reaching for a Diet Coke to help you snap out of a mid-afternoon slump? These aren’t the best ways to hydrate. While sweet drinks may give you a temporary energy boost, they can also cause… [Read More]
Do you think physical EXERCISE is a dirty word?
Let’s address physical exercise. Before you cringe, and click away… just hang on with me for a minute. An integral part of any healthy lifestyle is exercise. While diet is important, it can’t provide some of the same benefits as exercise. Making movement a priority in your day is key to establishing healthy habits. Plan… [Read More]
Do you snack? I do. Let’s be healthy about it.
This is one of my favorite topics (maybe this is one of your faves too) – HEALTHY SNACKS! It happens to all of us from time to time. You are out and about when the day seems to get away from you and you realize that you are starving. You need to get something to… [Read More]
It’s true. Breakfast IS for champions.
You’ve probably heard the quote, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” so many times that it has begun to lose its meaning. However, it’s not just a myth. There’s a reason that quote is so popular. Breakfast has numerous benefits for your body and mind. Breakfast is for champions. Stable Energy Levels… [Read More]
Avoid the traps of unnecessary weight gain
I am really sensitive to the body image shaming that goes on in our culture. But I also know that for some people who are overweight, the biggest concern is short-term and long-term health. So let’s talk about ways we can avoid the traps of unnecessary weight gain that can lead to health issues. And… [Read More]
