Finding Balance For Your Mind & Body
You have often heard me say that the staples of our diets should be Plants and Protein—along with some high-fiber carbs (think sweet potatoes and farro), and healthy fats (think avocados and olive oil). But it is worth a reminder that the protein does NOT always (or ever!) have to […]
“How many calories are in this bowl?” Or “How many calories should I eat at dinner?” Or “What should my daily calorie intake be”? These are questions I am frequently asked by clients and friends. I like to shift the focus away from a number (everyday is different!), and focus […]
A poor night’s sleep is no joke! It makes for a groggy morning, an endless afternoon, and evening anxiety as you worry, “Will I be able to sleep better tonight?!” Some nights sleep evades us no matter how well we map out our “winding down” routine, but generally speaking, having […]
“Healthy” candy? Sign me up! Well, it is not that simple…while brands like 365, Yum Earth, and Smart Sweets do not have High Fructose Corn Syrup, artificial sweeteners, food dyes or GMOs, you still don’t want to add them to your daily snack rotation. While chemicals are never good in […]
This winter weather has not done wonders for our skin, hair or fingernails. Cold, dry air outside and radiators cranking inside do not help the situation. You may notice your nails feel brittle, your lips are chronically chapped, and the ends of your hair are splitting. Diet really helps your […]
Multitasking is great! Like calling a friend while you walk after work, or listening to a podcast while you fold laundry. UNLESS you are eating. “Distracted eating” often leads to over-eating, digestive issues after your meal, and not chewing your food properly. (Not to mention the stains on your clothes!) […]
People often ask my opinion about protein bars for breakfast. I get it, some mornings are just too hard to pull out the blender or motivate in the kitchen—this is where Overnight Oats are a lifesaver, but I digress… (see recipe below!) When choosing a bar look for a short […]
Would you consider swapping your afternoon cup of peppermint tea or perhaps your bedtime cup of chamomile for a mug of bone broth? Before you answer that question, hear me out. While herbal tea is a wonderful home remedy for an upset stomach, sore throat or insomnia, bone broth also […]
If the holidays are supposed to be fun, why do I feel so down? A very important and common question. My guess is that you are either: Over-scheduled Under-scheduled The “over-scheduler’s” tendency to volunteer, sign up, or host events really ramps up at the holidays. Maybe you feel you just […]
Our bodies are simply not intended to sit all day. Spending hours in a chair bent over a laptop does a number on your alignment, not to mention the loss of flexibility. In addition, many injuries can be prevented if we keep our bodies limber as we age by stretching […]