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. ...
How many times have you heard the advice “just exercise more, and you’ll lose weight?” Well, go ahead and erase that from your memory. Here are three reasons why: First, it just doesn’t work that way (this Forbes article and this British Journal of Sports Medicine...
Everywhere you look these days, health enthusiasts are dumping collagen protein into their coffee and smoothies, and for good reason. The benefits of collagen are numerous and impressive, and I highly support collagen supplements for most people looking to feel their...
Now that you know I wake up at 4:20 and start my healthy morning routine around 4:30 on most mornings, are you curious about what I actually do? If you haven’t read my last post, which describes why and how to develop a healthy morning routine, you’ll want to head...
I used to be one of those people who snoozed multiple times, stayed in bed until the verrrry last minute, showered and rushed through the morning, flying into work 5 minutes late feeling frantic and dreading the day ahead. I had all the excuses in the world (I worked...
Because you’re reading this, I’m guessing that you’re already doing amazing things for your health. Maybe you work out 6 days per week, do meal planning consistently, and avoid almost all added sugar. All of those are fantastic, but if they’re adding up to make you...
It’s no secret that most of us are consuming more sugar than is healthy for our bodies. But when people start trying to cut back on sugar, they often wind up confused: do you need to cut out fruit? Or is it just the sugar in candy and donuts? And what is this...
Meal planning and food prep photos are popping up all over social media lately (don’t miss mine on Facebook or Instagram!), and people are constantly asking me why I feel so strongly about meal planning and food prep. The benefits of meal planning are huge, and in...