First of all, I want to say that everyone deserves to feel good and confident physically, mentally, and emotionally. I believe that is our right as a human being. It is why I am a health coach.
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Learning about the nutritional science behind metabolism and our blood sugar hormones changed my life. Understanding how our bodies actually metabolically processed food, I was able to make more informed choices and heal myself.
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I recently appeared on Virginia This Morning segment talking all about healthier holiday swaps to make you feel a bit more balanced this season.
Read MoreWhen the concept for this book came to life, I knew that I wanted to marry the world of nutrition and taste. Creating plant-based baked goods has been a passion of mine for a while because I firmly believe the two can co-exist. Through these recipes, I hope you can savor your sweets knowing that the upgraded ingredients are actually benefitting you as well!
Read MoreOh, how many years I wasted striving for perfection! Gosh, typing that sentence is pretty much on par with "how many years I wasted hunting unicorns." It just doesn't exist.
Read MoreWhat about snacking? What about gluten and dairy? Meal planning and prep tips?
Read MoreAs women, we spend an (exhausting) number of years fighting our physical body. I actually remember telling my mother at the age of 7 that I wanted to go on a diet (another story for a different day). Not only do we see our body as something separate, but an aspect of ourselves to pick apart, criticize, and correct.
Read MoreWhen it comes to achieving health goals, many are focused on the actions it will take to get results: go to the gym, eat nutritious food, drink 8 oz of water, get 8 hours of sleep, manage stress. If it was that simple, don't you think there would be happier humans walking around?
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The ultimate change you can make however, is when you eat those foods provided by nature - those with only one ingredient - labels become a moot point.
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As a health coach, I’ve worked with many women who want to lose weight. A common thread is their frustration with the weight loss process in general. They might lose a little weight here and there, but nothing seems to stick. They often feel defeated, discouraged, stressed, and anxious.
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Yet if you were to take the phrase itself, then this implies food is something to find freedom from. I don't know about you, but I eat about three times per day, and that isn't changing any time soon.
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We have all been there, and how you respond the following day can either heal your hangover or add fuel to the fire. Know that there is so much more to it than dehydration; it plays a part for sure, but let's not forget about the mineral depletion and inflammation as well.
Read MoreSo many people are walking around in a state of blood sugar imbalance and insulin resistance. I believe that certain societal conditions got us here (hello food pyramid from the 90s with a base of 8-11 servings of whole grains), and information clarifying the way our bodies really metabolize food can get us out.
Read MoreWhen you think of addiction, what comes to mind? Alcohol? Cocaine? Heroin? All three would be considered addictive substances, but what if I was to tell you they have a lot in common with sugar and wheat?
Read MoreWhile I believe there has been a major shift away from calorie counting in recent years, I still hear it all of the time from my clients, so I know it still exists. Hint: your body does not count calories nor points, and neither should you.
Read MoreI have made it a part of my mission to help women break free from food anxiety, dieting, and calorie counting. To truly do this, one must understand what happens inside our bodies when we metabolize food.
Read MoreIf you are someone who struggles with overconsumption of food at night, or what feels like an uncontrollable sweet tooth before bed, it likely has nothing to do with willpower.
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