In May, MelissaS wrote this post about Celiac and Gluten Intolerance. I read it and kind of put it in the back of my mind. I had not really thought much or maybe I had and I was in complete denialSHUTUP,K?about it since reading it, until this past week. I find this chart interesting […]
I like to think of myself as a guinea pig. Being a nutrition counselor in the world of holistic health means that the majority of my personal and professional time is spent in area’s involving food, fitness, clean eating clean, balance, and alternative healing. With so much information, differing opinions, and limitless approaches to health, […]
Breast Cancer Awareness October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and most of you will be seeing PINK every where you go, from the local grocery store selling Breast Cancer Awareness cloth grocery bags, to Breast Cancer Awareness t-shirts and hats to little trinkets just to bring awareness to the forefront. You will also find walks […]
Sure, too much sugar can rot your teeth and grow your waistline. But is it “the most dangerous drug” of our time? Yes, at least according to a Dutch public health official. Paul van der Velpen, the head of Amsterdam’s health service, says sugar is an addictive drug that should be “tightly regulated.” “Just like alcohol and […]
The CDC reports that more than 33% of Americans are overweight or obese. That number is high and getting higher daily. The reason(s) for this include a number of contributing factors, but one thing remains the same: You need to eat healthy and eat clean if you want to lose weight, feel great, and live […]
I love herbs! And no, not the kind you may be thinking of. Herbs are one of the easiest AND tastiest ways to add flavor to food while also promoting good health. Different herbs provide different health benefits, so here’s a quick run-down of what does what. Turmeric has long been known for its anti-inflammatory, […]
“What’s better: Juicing or smoothies?” I’ve been hearing this question a lot lately. There are a lot of ways to answer this, so let me just say this: Neither. Both juicing and smoothies have incredible health benefits. It’s not an either/or situation. It’s a both. To help decide what to drink and when, let’s take […]
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 gem in […]
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 unrestricted amounts of 100 […]
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 […]
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. When we starve our bodies of water, they […]
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 full of things that […]
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 […]
When you think bacteria, your next meal probably isn’t the first image that comes to mind. If you’re not yet familiar with the power of probiotics and the importance of healthy bacteria, it’s time to read up and eat up! Probiotics are healthy bacteria that help maintain a natural balance in the intestine and promote […]
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 some areas, very […]