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 …
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 …
Fats are your friends! You read that right! Well, let me rephrase that – some fats are your friend! Fats that are beneficial to your diet are called monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. They can help balance your cholesterol, lower the risk of heart disease and stroke, and lower blood pressure and prevent hardening and narrowing …
The decorations are up. The tree is lit. The gifts are wrapped (well, most of them anyway). Christmas week is finally here!! Visiting with loved ones is truly the best part of the holiday season, but I’ve noticed that no matter how much planning and prepping I’ve done, I always seem to find one more …
Ho Ho Ho! How is everyone feeling? Are you hustling and bustling with holiday cheer? Are you feeling peaceful and laid back taking in the sights and sound? OR are you feeling a little bit of holiday burnout – overwhelmed, anxious, and overly stressed about the perceived expectations of the season? I get it – …
When the holidays roll around with the scents of all the seasonal drinks in the air – Eggnog, Hot Buttered Rum, Christmas Punch – my eyes light up and I am ready for a glass (or three)! We talked before about staying hydrated, which is still very important. It is totally fine to enjoy some …
With so many holiday parties to go to, one of the best parts of the holidays is the food! I love experiencing my friend’s favorite holiday foods at their parties. However, we don’t want to end up overeating – and with all the delicious foods around, that’s not hard to do!! Our Holiday Tip # …
Now that you’ve strategized how you will tackle those holiday meal splurges, we need to think about how to keep those extra calories, carbs, and sugars from getting trapped in our bodies. Check out why our third tip is important to help keep you healthy throughout the holidays! TIP #3 – HYDRATE I’m sure you’ve …
After prioritizing what events to attend this holiday season, it’s time to strategize how to stay healthy while navigating them all. You can still enjoy all the extra goodies, but it’s important to strategize and preplan to have some healthy meals and snacks in your fridge and pantry so you can keep your energy going. …
