Whether you’re planning to celebrate Halloween with just your immediate family or with a larger group, make it a healthier Halloween party using these simple tips. Make your healthy Halloween snacks scary good! Banana Ghosts: slice a banana in half, use 3 small chocolate chips (or drizzle melted chocolate) for the eyes and mouth. Tangerine … Read More
I love pumpkin because it’s delicious and nutritious – and even the seeds have many health benefits! A one-ounce portion (about 1/4 cup) is about 150 calories, 15 grams of healthful fat, a few carbs and 8 to 10 grams of plant protein. They are also nutrient-packed – and tasty! The benefits of pumpkin seeds … Read More
Ideally, we should get seven to nine hours of sleep per night. This gives your body time to recharge and reap the benefits of a full night’s rest. However, many people struggle with sleep. If you’re struggling with falling asleep or staying asleep, try incorporating some of these tips into your routine. Track Your Sleep … Read More
We generally associate yogurt as a “healthy” food but not all yogurts are created equal. Let’s examine the nutrition label and ingredients from a popular kids’ yogurt. Examining the Ingredients Ingredients are listed in descending order by amount, so we can see that the yogurt contains mostly “cultured pasteurized grade A low fat milk”. Notice … Read More
Many of us are adjusting to a new “normal” in response to the pandemic. People are figuring out how to balance being home with kids while having to work and help with their kids’ online schooling. It is a position that many of us never thought we would be in. Nonetheless, it is important to … Read More
Wellbeing – the state of being comfortable, healthy or happy – is important to everyone. However, for some people, getting to the state of wellbeing may feel unattainable because their goals to get there are too large or feel overwhelming. Lofty goals often set us up for failure. When the goal isn’t met easily, it’s … Read More
There are simple ways to make sure you are drinking plenty of water. Remember, fruits and vegetables make up 20 percent of your water intake as many fruits and vegetables are more than 90 percent water by weight. Therefore, it is recommended that you consume at least 5 servings of vegetables and 2-3 servings of … Read More
Are you on the road to health, but struggle when your family and friends are drinking cocktails by the pool? Instead of drinking alcohol, which is extremely dehydrating, enjoy a summer infused water recipe instead. Remember for each glass of alcohol that you consume you need one glass of water to rehydrate. Pineapple, coconut, and … Read More
As a wellness coach, I am continuously expanding upon my knowledge so I can bring the most up to date information to my clients. During quarantine, I completed another nutrition certification through Precision Nutrition, one of the industry’s top nutrition education programs. What I loved about the program, aside from acquiring super science-based knowledge about … Read More
Incorporating meditation into your lifestyle is a natural step to take in a wellness journey. As a health and wellness coach, I have seen firsthand how meditation has helped my clients expedite their way into a happier, healthier existence. “Mindfulness isn’t difficult. We just need to remember to do it.” – Sharon Salzberg Practicing mindful … Read More
