I I work with women in perimenopause and menopause who also struggle with digestion, fatigue, and stress — and we build habits that support the whole body and mind, not just the scale.
Are you traveling this summer especially since you probably didn’t travel much the past two years? Maybe you’re driving or flying to visit a new place which is so much fun to do. But having to think about where to eat and how to remain healthy while traveling and how to plan meals and snacks …
We all love snacks but if we don’t have healthy choices pre-made, often when we’re hungry and on the go or travelling, at a sport event, the pool, or activities with the kids, we will grab something not so nutritious. The number one reason we don’t eat healthy is lack of preparation. But by planning ahead …
Are you looking for a quick and healthy breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snack? Then look no further than a smoothie — Not a smoothie you buy from a store but one you create yourself. Many smoothies you buy at shops or stores have extra sugar or additives you don’t need or want for optimal health. …
“Every block of stone has a statue inside it and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it.” — Michelangelo When we homeschooled, we studied some of the great master artists and composers including Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Handel, and Bach. I like the quote above because it causes me to think about …
Cravings? Do they have you in their clutches? Are you able to control them or are you controlled by them? Do you have cravings for chocolate, cookies, or cake? Or maybe you’re a potato chips or french fries lover? What are cravings and why do they drive us to do crazy things like drive to …
Avocados are one of my favorite foods – so versatile and nutrient dense. Recently, a client had mentioned she had never tasted one so she came over and tasted avocados and avocado dishes. Her question sparked my researching of the benefits of these delicious “alligator pears.” Did you know that avocados are fruits, not veggies? They …
Does it seem as if everything you eat hurts your stomach? Or causes headaches? Or joint pain? Or fatigue? Or brain fog? It could be due to the amount of inflammation in the foods you’re eating. Some Foods are Naturally High in Inflammatory Content What does this mean? Inflammation is your body’s response to anything …
When you begin eating a healthier diet, usually that involves more cooking at home. Some of you may not have previously cooked much and wonder what is necessary to prepare a delicious home-cooked meal. Besides the ingredients, here are several kitchen tools and appliances that are either necessary or just really helpful to have to …
Are you tired? Don’t have energy to get through the day? Sometimes fatigue is caused by stress or more complex medical conditions so please see your medical practitioner for an evaluation and testing. (Sometimes a thyroid issue like hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s or hyperthyroidism can cause fatigue. Get my free Hashimoto’s symptoms and action steps guide here.) …
What do you drink first thing in the morning? Coffee, Coke, Diet Coke, Orange Juice? Oh, I hope not! I really hope not. I hope you reach for a glass of pure filtered water first thing. Why? Because while you’ve been sleeping, your body has been digesting and rejuvenating and using up a lot of …