Got Fiber? We all know the benefits of fruits, veggies and clean proteins, but sometimes we forget about the importance of getting enough fiber. Fiber has many benefits, some which reduce the risk of chronic disease! Here are the top 5: 1. Fiber helps alleviate constipation, hemorrhoids and diverticulosis, as it absorbs water, […]
Food is fuel for the body. It’s what gives us energy (or not-so-much in many cases!) and keeps our bodies and organs running. However, everyone is different and what works for one person may not work for another. It is important to find the right fit for you with so many choices out there. Over […]
We all know the sweet temptation of indulging in sugary treats. But as many of us stride through our 50s and 60s, it’s essential to pay closer attention to the effects of our indulgences and why we have those pesky sugar cravings to begin with. Let’s face it; sugar cravings can be tough to […]
We all know the sweet temptation of indulging in sugary treats. But as many of us stride through our 50s and 60s, it’s essential to pay closer attention to the effects of our indulgences and why we have those pesky sugar cravings to begin with. Let’s face it; sugar cravings can be tough to […]
There are two types of food that can lead and contribute to food addiction. Of course, food addiction has many facets. In my previous article, I shared my journey of food addiction and how I struggled my whole life. Some people experience that uncontrollable urge to keep eating way beyond the point of where […]
Do you experience any of these on a regular basis? Cravings and Obsession: Frequent and intense cravings for specific types of food, often high in sugar, fat, or salt. Persistent thoughts and preoccupation with food, even when not hungry or full. Loss of Control: Difficulty stopping or controlling the amount of food consumed, often […]
I see this all the time. Maybe this is you. Are you tirelessly working towards your weight goals but not seeing the results you desire? Well, hold on tight because we’re about to uncover some sneaky food triggers that might be throwing a wrench into your weight goal journey. Today, we’re […]
Top 10 Tips to Stop Stress Eating 1. Plan ahead. Most of us are guilty of not thinking ahead which can lead to mindless eating and then eating more than we intend or realize. By planning ahead how much we should eat, we always know and CHOOSE ahead what we know will serve us […]
Most people have heard of insulin resistance but aren’t really sure what it means. And insulin is truly being found more and more to be the key to controlling your weight and so much more. But what is insulin anyway? Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas when we eat high carb […]
I am often asked what I eat. No, I don’t eat just carrots and kale! I eat a large variety of delicious and satisfying food and invite you to check out my pantry! Foods we typically we have in the pantry: Beans Coconut wraps Various nuts and seeds (Love sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and walnuts) […]
