Whether you want to shed 10lbs or 200lbs, losing weight isn’t easy. Nothing worthwhile in life usually is though, right? If you’ve got lots of weight to lose, it can seem overwhelming. I mean, it’s one thing to have overindulged over the holidays and have 5lbs to lose. You know what caused your weight gain, …
You might’ve heard the expression, “comparison is the thief of all joy.” I first remember hearing my Nanna say it years ago, but at the time, it didn’t mean much to me. I was maybe 17 or 18 years old, long before social media was “a thing” and I never really found myself falling into …
For years now, Sunday has been the day that I put aside some time to meal prep for the week ahead. If I’m being completely honest, I haven’t always been the biggest planner in other aspects of my life. In a lot of ways, I’ve been a “fly by the seat of my pants” type …
These 5 healthy smoothie additives pack a nutritional punch and will help stop you from getting bored with your same old smoothie recipe! I’m a creature of habit. Every morning, almost without fail, I get out of bed and make myself a big smoothie in my Vitamix (I got a refurbished Vitamix here and saved a …
There’s no doubt that healthy eating and regular exercise is the best combination to lose weight. Having said that, there are many ways to lose weight without exercising. I’m not advocating skipping exercise altogether, and I’m certainly not going to give suggestions for unhealthy, dangerous ways to lose weight. I’m all about living a healthy, …
There are some people who won’t understand the title of this article. They’ll think to themselves, what does that even mean – “how to motivate yourself to workout?” Those are the types of people who have been going to the gym for years, absolutely love it and couldn’t imagine skipping a day. Then there are …
The weather is getting warmer, the days are getting longer and flowers are starting to bloom – spring has officially arrived. I love spring because along with marking the end of winter, spring is the season of new life and new beginnings. If you’ve been feeling like you’re stuck in a rut, spring is the …
One of my favorite things to have for a breakfast is a healthy smoothie, packed with spinach, frozen fruit and a healthy protein powder. Adding protein powder to your smoothie will help to keep you fuller for longer, because protein is highly satiating. This means that it keeps you feeling full and satisfied and less …
While there’s no substitute for following a healthy diet with an abundance of fruits and vegetables, supplements can help bridge the gap and provide you with essential vitamins and minerals that you may be lacking. But how do you know which supplements you should be taking to help your body function at it’s best? If …
Traveling can be an exciting and fun experience, but it’s also very easy to fall out of your healthy habits. Fortunately, it’s completely possible to indulge in some of your favorite treats and stay fit and healthy – it just takes a little dedication and planning. I’ve done a lot of traveling in the past …
Have you ever looked at the ingredients on the back of your store-bought cleaning products? The majority of household cleaning products are jam-packed full of toxic chemicals which are linked to a number of serious health problems. Take formaldehyde, for example. Formaldehyde is a known human carcinogen, meaning that the government is aware that formaldehyde …
Regardless of who you are or what kind of job you have, the fact is that we all experience stress at some point in our lives. And unfortunately, for many of us, stress and anxiety feels like it’s a part of everyday life. I’m sure I don’t need to tell you the importance of getting …
There are estimated to be 100 trillion microorganisms that make their home in your gut, and these microorganisms play an incredibly important role in your health. Over 2000 years ago, Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine stated that “All disease begins in the gut.” Nowadays, we know that not ALL disease begins in the gut …
If you’re interested in making your own kombucha, these must-read tips for making kombucha at home will help to ensure that you get the perfect brew every time. Kombucha has been lauded for it’s health benefits for over 2000 years, but this fermented tea has recently experienced an explosion in popularity. Kombucha has all of …
