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January 19, 2025
Are sugar cravings getting in the way of your health goals? Sugar can be one of the most addictive and inflammatory ingredients around! So, can you break your sugar habit? You betcha! Here’s how; ✅ Stop cold turkey! There is no sense in weaning down — that will make it more difficult. I highly recommend […]
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When I am working with a client, we start by focusing on what is in their control vs. out of their control. This is where nutrition and lifestyle hacks become so important. The quality and quantity of food you eat is in your control and can affect you physically, emotional, and spiritually. As nutritional pioneer Adele Davis once […]
December 22, 2024
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December 16, 2024
The holiday season is often filled with indulgent meals and festive treats, which can take a toll on our weight and hormonal balance. However, with a few simple strategies, you can enjoy the festivities all the while avoiding weight gain and keeping hormones in check. Here are 7 effective holiday hacks to help you thrive […]
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It’s that time of year again! With the holiday parties beginning, our well intentioned health and nutrition goals can often fall by the wayside. While it is common to gain a few pounds over the holiday season or on vacation, there are definite steps you can take to stay on track. The goal is to […]
December 9, 2024
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December 3, 2024
Hormones are the most powerful chemical messengers in your body and are critical for disease prevention, weight loss and to reduce belly fat storage. At my clinics -teaching clients how to achieve hormonal balance (at any age!) is a major key to their lifelong weight loss success. Once you understand the impact blood sugar balance and gut health has on […]
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As the holiday season approaches, stress and anxiety levels tend to be at an all time high. To help reduce stress levels, the key is to help your body switch from a sympathetic (fight, flight and freeze response) to a parasympathetic response (rest, digest and repair). The good news is that the nervous system is […]
November 27, 2024
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November 23, 2024
As the holiday season approaches, I’m thrilled to share my Natural Gift Giving Guide with you! This carefully curated selection of holistic gifts is designed to promote health and wellness for your loved ones—and even for yourself. Whether you’re looking to treat someone special or indulge in a little self-care, these gifts are perfect for spreading joy […]
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We all know how important it is to have enough protein per day. However, often times it is tricky to get enough at each and every meal. Protein is so important for muscle repair, strength, blood sugar balance and weight loss! Check out this simple recipe that contains over 40 grams of protein per serving […]
November 16, 2024
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November 3, 2024
Most processed salad dressing are filled with seed oils such as vegetable oil, canola oil, corn oil or safflower oil that are highly processed, and inflammatory. This is why I love making my own salad dressings at home. Here are two of my absolute favourites I have on repeat. Enjoy! xo ? Apple cider vinegar […]
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There is a lot of talk about protein lately. I consider protein as the “great stabilizer” that helps to regulate blood sugar, balance hormones and help with muscle repair. As we get older, our need for protein definitely increases (as estrogen declines!). In fact, guidelines recommend that women over 50 eat 0.45–0.55 grams of protein […]
