While the holidays are a celebratory time of year to gather with friends and family, they can also be full of overindulgence and unwanted stress. I created this holiday challenge to add some healthy lifestyle boosters and de-stressors into your festive season. Plus, if you continue to include these healthy habits in your everyday routine, … Read More
Winter is right around the corner and, inevitably, it is the time when most people become sick with a cold or the flu. Start fortifying your health now with these immune-boosting tips to jumpstart your immunity and help your body ward off illness. Make Self-Care a Consistent Priority This is my #1 tip because self-care … Read More
This past school year has been extremely difficult for many families. Most children were learning remotely, and parents had to make huge sacrifices to make it all work. Now that your children are back in the classroom you may be struggling to find a new balanced routine for yourself. This is totally normal, and you … 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
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
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
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
Getting your partner, spouse, or roommate to support you during your wellness journey can be a challenge. This is especially true if they are addicted to sugar, alcohol, junk food, or are pro-snackers. Here’s how to get your partner on board with a healthy lifestyle change. Start the Conversation Let your partner know that you … Read More
As we all dive deeper into the pandemic, you’re probably feeling anxious and feel like everything is out of your control. But this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Your quarantine is the perfect opportunity to take back your health. For instance, you definitely have time to exercise even if it’s a 30-minute walk, a … Read More
