One of the first things I recommend to new clients is to be aware of their actions, which ultimately lead to their results. Once you have awareness of what is going on, you have information that enables you to make conscious choices based upon knowledge. When...
Do you eat well all day, drink enough water, get in your steps to then ‘blow it’ at night in front of the TV? Late-night snacking can be a habit that is hard to break. Remember, we only have a limited amount of willpower each...
We are coming up on the annual “Quitter’s Day”, as determined by Strava, the social network for athletes. This is the day when most people have already given up on their annual commitment to themselves – their new year’s resolutions. If this sounds familiar, here...
You know that you don’t want to eat junk food, but somehow, it keeps creeping into your mouth. It’s not your fault! Many packaged foods, like Doritos or Hershey Kisses, are created in a lab to create that perfect ‘bliss point’ when you eat them....
As you set your goals for the New Year, put special focus on building new habits one by one, rather than overhauling everything in a flash. When you change too much at once, you often throw in the towel before you reach your goals. Since...
During this time of the year, there never seems to be enough time to get it all done. To help you start your day off with a delicious and nutritious plant-based breakfast, here are a few quick options - ready in minutes! Blissful Berry Oatmeal Oatmeal can...
Do you suffer from the 3pm slump? Do you need sugar or caffeine to make it through the day? Your energy dips and sugar or carb cravings are often caused by blood sugar fluctuations. The right combination of food can help keep your blood sugar levels balanced....
October is “Pumpkin Month”! Every day I see ads for another pumpkin flavored food! The good news is, if there is actually pumpkin in the food, there are health benefits. (Just watch those foods laden with too much added sugar!) Here are some of the health...
Are you tired of cooking non-stop? Generally, the healthiest options are when you cook from scratch at home, but there are times when your schedule requires a quicker option. Whether you leave your healthy packed lunch at home on the counter or don't have time...
I strive to serve “healthier” appetizers, so I can feel good about what I’m feeding my guests. One of my favorite appetizers is hummus which is simple, delicious and healthy. Hummus is great with raw veggies, flaxseed crackers, or even to add extra flavor to...