Let’s have a little talk about my favorite food on the entire planet. I could eat this morning, noon, and night and never ever get tired of it…at least I don’t think I could. Native to Mexico, it boasts over 80 different types with the largest American grove residing in California. This particular … [Read more…]
The Dukan Diet is a weight loss plan consisting of 4 phases to help you reach your weight loss goals and keep your True Weight for life. Instead of counting calories, the Dukan diet focuses on eating lean protein (Think low carb diet), plentiful amounts of water, daily walking and allows … [Read more…]
We are in the dog days of summer, folks. Are you lucky enough to be part of this heat wave that has been going on lately? If you are like me, it is sucking the life outta ya! Raise your hands if you could use a dose of motivation this Monday morning! Who doesn’t need a shot in the arm now and then? … [Read more…]
The human brain is 95% water. Blood is 82% water. And the average human body is at least 60% water. Water is the single most important substance for sustaining life and promoting optimal health. Yet the average person drinks a mere 20 ounces of water per day. How much water should you be … [Read more…]
I am a granola/energy/protein bar person. They can be crunchy, chewy, sweet, salty, fruity…you get the picture. Granola bars are an easy, quick way to refuel as a snack between meals or, sometimes for me, even breakfast. The catch is that many of the granola bars on the supermarket shelves are … [Read more…]
Hi there, friends! How is everyone’s summer going? Have you gone on vacation yet? I have recently returned from the land of lobster rolls, fried clams and chowder chowdah – also known as Cape Cod. As a result, I want to talk about keeping your goals afloat while you are on vacation- something I did … [Read more…]
As so many of us celebrate today with family, friends, BBQ’s, pool parties and fireworks, just remember that today is BUT one day of celebration. You still have a lifetime journey ahead of you of healthy living and eating. I highly recommend the following: 1. HYDRATE. It is hot outside and in … [Read more…]
3 Foods that Fortify the Face and Body Let’s face it: slimming down is just as much about vanity as it is about health. In fact, the desire to look good naked and feel sexy is a powerful motivator. Everyone wants to feel comfortable and confident in their own skin, and the following foods are … [Read more…]
Nutrition is so important in all aspects of our lives. What we eat has a direct correlation to how we feel, how we look, how well our workouts go, and how we recover from those workouts. I have always wanted to know what I should be eating/drinking pre- and post-workout. While I have the exercise … [Read more…]
There’s really nothing better than fresh vegetables. Except for when you grow them yourself. That extra little touch of TLC and knowing exactly where your food came from makes gardening such a rewarding hobby. I can say that, because as of, well, two days ago, I am a self-proclaimed organic … [Read more…]
Summer means it’s time for skinny dippin’….no not that kind. I’m referring to the dishes you take to a picnic, a barbecue, or pull out for a snack at home. It’s dip season. And that can mean heavy, thick, creamy dips (which can be delicious, but not ideal for swimsuit season), or fresh, … [Read more…]
Good morning! Summer is almost upon us {North Dakota didn’t get the memo, apparently} and this means dresses! shorts! bathing suits! and you don’t want to find yourself wishing that you worked harder to lose those extra pounds. Today is the day! A brand new weight loss challenge is starting here at … [Read more…]
Let’s talk oil. You don’t slather it on your skin. You don’t swallow it by the spoonful. And you don’t soak your food (or yourself) in it. With oil pulling, you swish it. Yep. In your mouth for 15 to 20 minutes. (Insert imminent ‘that’s what she said’ joke here) This Ayurvedic method has been … [Read more…]
As the medical world merges with technology and science, the information and studies produced tell us much more about our bodies today than in the past. More people understand why their bodies react a certain way and are able to recognize a symptom versus a common bodily function. This has led to … [Read more…]
Despite what mainstream marketing would have you believe, fat does not make you fat. Quite the opposite actually; our bodies actually need fat to function properly. Fat helps the absorption of vitamins, keeps you satiated, and even helps you shed pounds. That’s right; you need to eat fat to lose … [Read more…]