This is a reblog of this post from 2014 about the health benefits of vegetables. Surprise- I still love vegetables, and I still believe they are one of the most fundamental parts of a healthy lifestyle. Today I'm bringing this post back from the archives with some...
It’s been over 4 years since I did my own food intolerance test and started offering the testing to my clients, and the initial post is still one of the most popular on my site. I get asked about food intolerance testing all the time, so I thought I’d update you on...
I would venture to guess that neither of my grandmothers had ever heard of gluten before they passed away, and I’m certain they never considered going gluten-free themselves. But these days, you’d be hard-pressed to walk down any aisle of the grocery store without...
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.” ...
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...
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? ...
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...
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...