Walking through the supplement aisles in a health store, it’s easy to understand why people feel so overwhelmed by supplements in general, and why I always get asked, “which supplements are actually healthy?” The answer is like most things in health: “it depends.” ...
It's the last Tuesday before many of us get to enjoy a long holiday weekend for Memorial Day. This week I'm flashing back to a post I wrote early in my blog - five years ago to be precise! I hope you have a happy, healthy Memorial Day! Memorial Day Weekend: a time to...
I started meditating at the end of 2014, and made it a daily practice mid-2015. Before that, I had given all of the excuses in the book for not starting. Most frequently, “my mind is just not wired to sit still. I’m constantly going through my to-do list or thinking...
Artfully arranging colorful food in a bowl is all the rage these days, and I’m not sad about it. The popularity of Power Bowls is getting people to eat more vegetables, and that is always something I’ll support! The concept of a Power Bowl is simple: load up a bunch...
Nearly every time I meet with a new client, he or she asks something like “can I have this salad dressing?” or says abashedly, “I know I shouldn’t have eaten ice cream on Friday, but it was my birthday and it’s my favorite.” And while I completely understand what...
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) was all the health rage for several years, but now it seems that dozens of types of oils are popping up on Instagram and in recipes. Are you overwhelmed by all of the types of oils? Just want to know what the healthiest type of oil is? ...
There’s a reason that the US diet industry is worth $66 billion (yes, with a “b”!). We are so hungry (pun intended!) for a “miracle cure” to all of our health problems that we eagerly jump on board with new diet trends … only to realize, after just a few days or...
Green smoothies are everywhere these days, and for good reason. Green smoothies can be a great way to get in extra nutrients in a quick, portable, delicious format, and can be a great bridge to getting people to consume more veggies. But some green smoothies are...
We talked about spring cleaning our health habits in the last post, and today it’s time to get a bit more specific. Having a healthy pantry, stocked with items that help you reach your health goals, is key to prioritizing your health and feeling your best. Do you...
Now that Spring is here it feels like a great time to spring-clean your health routine. That might mean adding in some meal planning (need tips? I got you!), focusing on fueling your body with healthy, clean foods so you feel your best, or adding in a daily walk. ...