A healthy habit is a behavior that is beneficial to an individual’s physical or mental health. A habit – whether it is healthy or unhealthy – is formed after doing something repetitively. How much it is done and when it becomes a habit varies by individual and by what it is. Some habits are ingrained … Read More
There’s nothing like a steaming bowl of soup on a winter day! But don’t restrict your soup eating to only the cold months because soup has many health benefits that you can reap year-round. Soup is Nutritious Vegetable and broth-based soups provide nourishment in the form of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and nutrients. Adding beans and/or … Read More
The pandemic has taken a toll on all of us. Our normal daily routines have been turned upside down and often, when unexpected changes happen, our fight or flight response kicks in. We focus on “priorities”, such as figuring out how to work from home and home-school children at the same time, and neglect things … Read More
Growing up one of my favorite meals was my Grandma’s stuffed peppers. They are super comforting and easy to prepare. I put a healthy twist on the meal by pairing the peppers with cauliflower mash instead of mashed potatoes. INGREDIENTS For the tomato sauce (you can also use your favorite jarred marinara sauce for convenience): … Read More
I love to make protein bites for a quick healthy snack on the go. I created these bites to be a beauty hack from the inside out. Cashews contain minerals that are great for your skin. The Omega-3 fats in the flaxseeds and walnuts reduce those pesky wrinkles we all get from aging and improve … Read More
My husband, John, wanted stuffed burgers so I decided to cook him a healthier version. I made them with lean sirloin and Jarlsberg lite cheese, which is 50% less fat and 30% fewer calories than regular Swiss cheese. I served them on a sourdough English muffin because it’s fewer calories than a traditional burger bun. … Read More
Studies have shown that 2020 was a very challenging year for many due to the pandemic and many changes in work and schooling life. While many global circumstances are still out of our control, we can still control what happens within ourselves and our daily lives that can make a positive difference – such as … Read More
The pandemic has brought on new levels of stress for many by blurring the lines between home and work, in addition to managing kids and school-from-home. Due to these factors, I have been working with employees of corporations to review, re-shape (or re-new) their wellness plan for the new year. Recently I was interviewed by … Read More
Keeping a food diary is not just for those who want to lose weight. Keeping track of what you eat is one of the best ways to improve your health because it gives you the opportunity to mindfully notice what foods are working for your body and what foods are not. Once you identify unhealthy … Read More
Ditch your New Year’s resolution this year! Many surveys and studies online report that about 80% of resolutions will fail by mid-February. That means the likelihood that you will stick to your resolution is unlikely. However, if you want to lead a healthier lifestyle in the New Year – whether it be exercising more, eating … Read More
