We’ve all heard of cholesterol–but what is it exactly? Mayo Clinic describes cholesterol as a waxy substance found in your blood that your body needs to help build healthy cells. So bring it on… right? The more the merrier? WRONG! High levels of cholesterol can actually be dangerous. Excess cholesterol can lead to fatty deposits …
There’s no better time to prioritize heart health than during February, Heart Health Month! With love in the air, it’s the perfect opportunity to show some love to the most vital organ in our bodies—the heart. Maintaining heart health is a crucial aspect of our overall fitness journey. Here are ten simple yet effective tips …
Did you know loneliness is often compared to health risks like smoking? That’s right – feeling lonely can seriously affect our health. A lot of people feel lonely on any given day. In fact, 1 in 10 seniors report feeling lonely. Staying connected is crucial for our well-being, especially as we age. Loneliness can impact …
Now that the holidays of indulging are behind us, let’s explore how to cleanse our bodies for the coming year. Have you ever heard of body detox? Body detox is like giving your digestive system a refreshing boost, usually by drinking a special solution that helps clear out your intestines. The goal here is to …
In the last post, I talked about intuitive eating. It aims to foster a positive relation with all food, including eating and enjoying foods that you might normally stay away from. Dessert is one of those things that we shouldn’t limit ourselves from just because of the food police. The healthy gingerbread loaf I shared …
With the holiday season now in full swing, that likely means more big meals and splurge-worthy spreads! It can also mean that we might not have full focus on our eating habits and health as we enjoy these scrumptious foods with family and friends. Although I try to eat very clean and make healthy choices …
The holiday season means spending time with friends and family. Sometimes, that means traveling to where they are! Traveling can be so much fun, but can be a little stressful, too, if you’re not well prepared. You might notice that this echoes a lot that was in our previous post about healthy holiday tips (sometimes …
The holiday season is once again upon us! It is important to embrace the joy of the holidays without added stress. Never fear! I’ve got some easy-to-implement tips to help keep you stress-free, guilt-free, and extra-weight-free. Let’s make this festive time truly joyful! PRIORITIZE There are so many extra activities during the holiday season. …
Cancer happens. Many are caused by genetic abnormalities, which are like little errors in the genetic material. These genetic abnormalities are a result of getting older and are, to some extent, unavoidable. But there are things we can do to help control the cancer. Trust me, I am speaking from experience here! When I was …
Life often throws us a curve ball and knocks us down. Sometimes it hurts so bad that we don’t think we can get back up. But YES, YOU CAN! We are going to take those curve balls and challenges and use them to build character and strength in us so we can be overcomers. The …
