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Meet Sarah, a dedicated professional juggling a demanding career, family responsibilities, and her pursuit of a healthier lifestyle. Before incorporating meal planning into her routine, Sarah found herself often succumbing to the convenience of fast food or unhealthy snacks due to time constraints. ...
February is a special month for me – your heart. It's American Heart Month, a time when we focus on the organ that tirelessly pumps life through your veins. As I beat within your chest, I want to share some heartfelt reflections and encourage you to prioritize the health of the very core of your bei...
The American obsession with body size and the number on the scale is an issue deeply rooted in psychological factors. Challenging these beliefs is needed for a more inclusive and body-positive society. Why are we being so unrealistic with our goals?
What if our goal was health, and feeling good, an...
In Marie Kondo’s book “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up”, she gives excellent reasons as to why tidying up is so important. She says, “when you put your house in order, you put your affairs and your past in order too.”
Today I’m most concerned about the health benefits and these little bite-si...
While most women go into a weight loss or fitness program looking to shed some pounds, we know the number on the scale shouldn’t be the only focus. Sure, it’s one measurement of fitness, but it doesn’t tell the whole story.
That’s because fat loss isn’t the only thing you need when you want to buil...
I love selecting a Word of the Year. It feels very different from crossing a goal off my list. It is an intention, a mantra to guide my daily actions and become a better version of myself.
It takes me several days or a week to select a word. You might have one knocking you on the head. I have never...
Are you one that cringes when a birthday rolls around or are you like me and love to celebrate another year? Growing older is a privilege not granted to everyone. And I feel like age is a limit we impose upon ourselves.
After menopause some women start to feel invisible and that they are no longer ...
Given that we have so much to do during the holidays, who wants to stress about what to wear? Here are some simple tips on creating party outfits that are chic and unique.
- Add some Red. Try a red sweater, purse, scarf or shoe with a neutral trouser and white ruffled blouse. Or mix some red in wit ...
Have you ever thought about brain healthy foods? Today I want to share some of the best brain healthy foods that also assist in fat loss.
Let’s first talk about Omega-3 fatty acids. Why? Because Omega-3 fatty acids play a critical role in the health of your brain cells. Not only that, but they als...
You’ve probably heard that it takes 21 days to develop a new habit. As it turns out, that’s not exactly true. This myth comes from a study done by a plastic surgeon, Maxwell Maltz, who wrote a best-selling book in the 1950s about how long it took his patients to notice physical changes.
What he con...
As you approach the holiday season, I bet you are already doubting your strength when it comes to resisting the delicious holiday treats you’ll be tempted to eat. Let me share a simple little mindset tip that will help you resist eating everything in sight.
Ask yourself “Is this worth it?”
I know ...
Getting older is a privilege not everyone gets. Embrace this wonderful time in your life. Take these tips and make each day better. Remember – you are the greatest project you will ever work on.
- Mindset. How do you talk about aging? Are you negative about it, or do you see it as a glorious time i ...