Whenever the cold weather hits the ground, all I want to do is cuddle up and sip hot cocoa. I feel cold and have to figure out certain things to do that will help keep myself content and not feel suddenly sad, or what we usually call the winter blues. There are loads of nutritious […]
Stress is something that almost every person I speak to says they suffer from. Stress or being very busy is worn like a badge of honor in our society making it seem that stress = busy = success.. but it doesn’t have to be this way. We are rushing to our jobs, waiting for the […]
I know, I know, it is FLU SEASON! Whether you are getting a flu shot or not, staying healthy during this time to combat colds and all other illnesses can be very important. One of the best ways to do this is by eating a proper diet that is going to help your body do […]
Something I hear frequently is, “How do I stay energized all day long when I have so much going on?” Trust me, I totally get it. We live in a world today full of busy schedules, places to go, people to see and we rarely slow down to take time of ourselves. Other than dropping […]
Traveling is one of the best ways to learn more about yourself and new cultures but have you wondered how in the world you stay healthy while on the move? It is all about preparing yourself! The more you think about what kinds of things you need to have in order, the more you will […]
Quick Question? How many portions are in a bag of snack-size whole grain crackers? Or a small bottle of locally pressed juice? Or a lunchbox pack of granola bars? Hint: it’s not “one.” Often, the above products contain two or two-and-a-half servings per package. Sure, you could go ahead and enjoy just half the bag, […]
One of the most controversial topics is what is healthy and what is not. New diets will always be a thing but learning to trust yourself and ‘why’ you are eating those foods is a big key to your own food concerns. The main reason why it is so difficult to say that every single […]
When you get motivated to begin losing weight, exercise, or any other lifestyle change, many people tend to over do it in the beginning. You know, that surge of energy that floods your mind when you make this decision to go for it! You become obsessed and can’t stop the excitement that comes with weight […]
Picture a big glass goblet filled to the halfway mark with water. How do you see it—half-full or half-empty? Consistently finding the glass half-empty—and the world as a difficult place— is a hallmark of negativity. Research has found that a negative outlook can contribute to everything from depression to heart disease to lowered immune system […]
How many times have you promised yourself, this time is going to be different? This is the time I will lose 10 pounds. This will be the time I will eat a healthier diet. So many past promises that never came true but are still there waiting for you. Right now is always the best […]