Meal prep becomes the ultimate lifesaver in the chaos of your busy and hectic schedule. Eliminate the feeling of dread that comes with the question “What’s for dinner?”, especially after slogging through a long day of work, errands, chores, and every other demand on your time. Whether you want to meal prep for a whole … Read more
As women enter menopause, they often experience changes in their metabolism, which can result in unwanted weight gain. This can be frustrating, especially for those who have always been able to maintain a healthy weight. However, it’s important to remember that weight gain during menopause is common. There are easy ways to create healthy eating … Read more
In today’s world, there is no shortage of information on what constitutes the “ideal diet.” From low-carb diets to plant-based diets, there are a plethora of options available for those looking to improve their health and wellness through their diet. However, despite the abundance of dietary approaches out there, the truth is that the ideal … Read more
Do you keep a food journal? Journaling is not a new concept. As an adolescent or teen, you may have kept a diary or journal locked in your underwear drawer or under your mattress where you gushed about the cute guy in science class or who you wanted to go to the prom with. Journaling … Read more
Are you eating a high protein breakfast? If a bowl of cereal, oatmeal, a bagel, English muffin, or a piece of toast is all you’re eating, the answer is probably no. By starting your day with a high protein breakfast, you’ll lessen the chances of a mid-morning energy crash and follow-on munchies while you wait … Read more
In spending years reading, writing, and becoming trained on nutrition and weight loss, I’ve learned that every single program boils down to 3 simple things you need to do to lose weight: eat less, eat more whole foods, and reduce processed food and sugar. Where we get wrapped around the axle – and where the … Read more
Stressful snacking. We all do it. And when we do, the foods we’re turning to are most likely going to be traditional comfort foods. Think big meals, take-out, fatty foods, sweet foods, and alcohol. Let’s face it – we’ve all found some comfort in a tasty meal and a bottle of beer or glass of … Read more
Habits. We all have them, some are good, some not so good. Brushing your teeth every day – good habit. Dessert after every meal – bad habit. A habit itself is something you automatically do over and over again. Your brain likes habits. It has to put out less energy to execute a habit-driven task … Read more
Is a Nutrition Coach right for me? What is a Nutrition Coach anyway? All great questions. First, let me tell you how I feel about coaching in general. If you have a goal and you don’t know where to start, you need a coach. If you’ve tried to achieve a goal in the past and … Read more
Do you have a weight loss budget? If not, and weight loss is your goal, you’re missing a critical informational element in the entire process that could guarantee success. Think of it this way: To save money, you have to spend less than what you make. The same premise applies to losing weight. You have … Read more