I have spent a lot of time discussing the freedom from dieting that intuitive eating can provide. That certainly is the beauty of being mindful. But one principle that people sometimes struggle with is “Respecting Your Fullness.” This principle involves really tuning in while you’re eating, and being able to recognize when you have had…
The winter months are finally over and spring is here making it the perfect time to celebrate National Picnic Day! Traditionally, picnic foods include calorie dense items such as fried chicken, mayonnaise heavy salads, hamburgers, hotdogs, cookies and chips. But everyone will want to come to your picnic blanket when I share with you some…
Many of us wonder where we will be in 5 years…10 years…20 years. A recent study has suggested, by the year 2050, the population is expected to increase by a whopping 9 billion people. According to U.S. news website the Guardian, in order to prevent food shortages in the future the majority of our meat…
Let’s face it, we are all guilty of using the excuse “I don’t have time” when it comes to healthy eating and exercise. It seems to be a pretty good excuse, being that most of our time is often consumed with our career, our family and daily household duties. But there is always a time…
Having a well-stocked kitchen can promote and help maintain a healthy lifestyle. The first step in preparing for success is to be stocked with food to fuel and nourish your body. You cannot build a house without tools, so think of these tips as the tools you need to build your healthy kitchen! Spices: Having…
Our body needs the vitamins and nutrients found in fruits and veggies. They are the source of newly researched compounds called phytochemicals that have major disease fighting and immune protecting properties. Yet despite the benefits, only a small percentage of people actually eat the recommended amounts of fruits and veggies each day. Some people feel…
In 1959 Barbie burst onto the scene, meant to be a symbol for young girls to look up to and hope to be like. However, throughout the years many mothers and advocates for woman’s issues complained about Barbie’s unrealistic proportions and the body image that it would represent to the impressionable young girls playing with…
Somewhere along the road people developed the misconception that eating healthy meant spending a lot of money. While organic or “all-natural” products tend to have a higher price, that doesn’t mean that all healthy eating habits can be generalized into the “costly” category. Cost and convenience can sometimes lead you to the drive through, instead…
Restaurants can be one of the greatest challenges of trying to eat healthy. New labeling requirements have made us more aware of just how unhealthy some of our favorite dishes can be. But eating out is part of our culture and it is a fun social event to go out to eat with our friends. …
Spring is finally here and summer is right around the corner! Although the warm weather is creeping in, the month of April is known for its frequent rain showers. We all know the saying, “April showers bring May flowers” but rainy days also tend to decrease our desire to get out of the house and…
While many people can admit to dieting at some point in their lives, there is a difference between wanting to lose weight the healthy way (slow and steady) or relying on fad diets that promise quick fixes. The problem with fad diets is that they will most likely last just as long as it took…
When you are on an airplane and the emergency procedures are being explained, do you notice they tell you to always put your oxygen mask on first before helping others? The reason you are told to do that is so that you are able to help others. If you disregard your mask and try to…
Happy National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day! A comfort food in American culture, the grilled cheese sandwich can be dated back to ancient times in different forms and tastes. The earliest known recipes can be found in Ancient Roman cookbooks. The modern grilled cheese sandwich began in the 1920’s consisting of just three ingredients: processed American…
In the previous article I listed many healthy ways to manage the stress in your life. Notice I did not list “indulge in comfort food” or “treat yourself with food” as one of the healthy alternatives to stress. Yet how many people use food as their “go to” cure for stress? If this strikes a…
You may believe there are many reasons to stress, but there are just as many ways if not more ways to fight it. Here are 10 ways you can combat stress in your life! 1. Long Walks– Spring has sprung! A nice long walk outside can relax you and let you organize your thoughts. 2….
April is National Stress Awareness Month. This will be the first of three posts that address stress, its effect on your health and how to combat it without turning to food. No matter how positive and upbeat a person may be, stress is unfortunately an undeniable aspect of life. While there are different kinds of stress…
Have you ever found yourself trying to fit all the things you do into your day’s schedule and deciding the only way to get them all done is to cut back on sleep? If the answer is yes, chances are this was not a one-time occurrence. Not only does constantly cutting back on your sleep…
The month of April is National Soy Foods Month! Over the past couple of years, a lot of buzz has been created regarding the nutritive benefits of soy as it began showing up on the shelves of local supermarkets. Although many are familiar with soy and may even eat soy products on a regular basis,…
The pungent smell of garlic is certain to awaken the weakest of senses. As the aroma seems to endlessly seep out of one’s pores after eating it, the benefits can outweigh the scent. This April, get ready to celebrate National Garlic Month by learning about the health benefits of garlic! Garlic is a member of…
Have you ever purchased a product because of certain word or phrase on the package such as “organic” or “all-natural”? These words can mean many things but often leads you to believe the product is healthy. This is called the “Health Halo Effect.” In an attempt to see how far this bias went, researchers from…
