I love to cook sheet tray dinners. They are super-fast with little cleanup. Perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe highlights two of my favorite Fall vegetables, sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts. Enjoy! Makes 4 Servings 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 cups brussels sprouts, cleaned and sliced in half 4 sweet potatoes, sliced into … Read More
If you are looking to clean up your diet, these simple food swaps will not only save you on calories, but they will support a whole foods lifestyle that will improve your health, immunity, and assist you in reaching your weight loss goals. Breads, Tortillas and Wraps Instead of eating your sandwiches and burgers on … Read More
One of my favorite additions to a healthy lifestyle routine is intermittent fasting (IF), specifically time-restricted eating (TRE). Studies suggest that regular periods of TRE for 12-16 hours a day not only promote weight loss, but improve blood sugar, keep your heart healthy, heal digestive issues, reduce overall inflammation, boost immunity, and may lead to … Read More
Helping people make healthy lifestyle changes is truly my passion. I am so honored to be included in CS Magazine’s Modern Luxury Spotlight as one of Chicago’s Dynamic Women. In the spotlight, I talk about how my tenure as a Chicago Public School teacher inspired me to pursue a practice as a health coach. Many … Read More
Stephanie Mansour, a nationally recognized Health & Fitness Expert and host of Step It Up with Steph, is launching Season 2 of her show this Fall on Chicago’s WTTW (PBS) network. Stephanie provides holistic solutions to everyday problems and helps her guest regain control of their health and wellness. In the 6-episode series of Season … Read More
It seems as if we just figured out how to balance our remote working with our home life, and now employers are requiring employees to be back in the office again. Don’t panic! Take a deep breath and use these tips to help make your transition back to the workplace smoother. Keep up your self-care. … Read More
This is a terrific weeknight one pot meal. It is fast, easy, and super nutritious. The riced cauliflower makes the soup so hardy that you will not even miss the rice or pasta. Makes 4 Servings INGREDIENTS Meatballs 1 pound ground chicken breast 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon garlic powder … Read More
Let’s celebrate women on the rise! On Thursday, May 20th, I’m joining a panel of female business leaders for an inspirational afternoon to discuss their unique success stories and offer different ways for you to unlock your own potential. This virtual event is put on by Make It Better Media Group’s Women and will be … Read More
Many of my wellness clients have expressed frustration at jumping into a fad diet only to discover that they lose the weight in the short term, but gain it all back (and, sometimes, more!) once they go back to their regular habits. Whether it’s eliminating a certain food group, only drinking shakes, or eating diet … Read More
This week is dedicated to Well-Being Week in Law (WWIL). This is meaningful to me because I practiced law for several years (I am still a licensed lawyer) and have worked with many lawyers to make appropriate lifestyle changes so that they may have a healthier work-life balance and a happier existence overall. In celebration … Read More
