Here is the thing that's confusing me lately. So often I hear people tell me that they're ready to make a change. Yet the change they want to make isn't new at all. Its something they've done before that hasn't worked for them, and now they want to “change” by returning to a tired old routine. … [Read more...] about Are You A Change-Resister?
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The Secret to Successfully Slimming with Carbohydrates
I bet you've been confused at some point whether or not to eat carbohydrates. Everywhere you look, it is no-carb this and low-carb that. There was a time not too long ago when it was hard to find someone who wasn't on a low-carb diet. And yet, despite the passionate avoidance of carbohydrates by many, obesity is on the rise. A few weeks ago I talked about how people easily got confused about … [Read more...] about The Secret to Successfully Slimming with Carbohydrates
Food Sensitivities and Inflammation: A Toxic Combination for Weight Loss
Last week I talked about food sensitivities and some common clues If you missed it, you can access the whole post by clicking here. If you weren't totally convinced that you need to address any potential sensitivities now...I have one more piece of news for you that may grab your attention. Perhaps it isn't worth it to you to give up dairy just because it makes you run to the bathroom. But what … [Read more...] about Food Sensitivities and Inflammation: A Toxic Combination for Weight Loss
Are Hidden Food Sensitivities Putting Your Health Goals Into a Talespin?
Wow, I bet you saw food sensitivities in the headline and thought to yourself, “Now this seems exciting!” Am I right? Anyone? Ok, I'll admit that digestion isn't the most romantic topic of conversation. But it is something worth getting through the discomfort in talking about because the digestive system plays a huge role in your immunity and your total health The thing I want to point out … [Read more...] about Are Hidden Food Sensitivities Putting Your Health Goals Into a Talespin?
Test Your Sugar Knowledge
How much sugar is in a Hershey’s bar? What about a Yoplait yogurt? So what do you think about a Cliff Bar? This is the question that faced those unwitting patrons who wandered over to my booth at the West Hollywood Health Fair this weekend. And there was something at stake for getting the answer right. One winner would be chosen at random out of the correct answers to win a free … [Read more...] about Test Your Sugar Knowledge
Why I avoid Vitamin Water, Alkaline Water and other fad health drinks
Vitamin water and alkaline water are part of a growing trend these days. As a society, we know that lifestyle changes are needed. Things like obesity, heart disease and cancer are affecting more and more people each year. For that reason, the popularity of health boosting drinks is growing. But before we invest hundreds to thousands of dollars in the next drink fad, do these supplemented … [Read more...] about Why I avoid Vitamin Water, Alkaline Water and other fad health drinks
Natural Insomnia Relief For The Most Decadent Sleep Ever
We are getting less sleep these days than ever before in history. Many of us wear sleep deprivation like a badge of honor. Who here hasn’t at one point questioned whether they could be productive while luxuriating in a full eight hours of uninterrupted sleep? Insomnia has become the new normal. We have a nickname for those who go to bed at a decent hour: old fuddy duddys. After … [Read more...] about Natural Insomnia Relief For The Most Decadent Sleep Ever
Tips for For Soaking, Sprouting and Eating Healthy Nuts
I absolutely love nuts. I really could nibble on them all day. People are often scared that nuts will make them fat, but I lost my last 10 pounds while including nuts as part of my daily regimen. So I thought, if I’m obsessed with nuts, others must feel the same way. Here are some tips to help you consume nuts in a way that will work with your body and give you the most nutrients possible. Nuts … [Read more...] about Tips for For Soaking, Sprouting and Eating Healthy Nuts
Is your New Year’s resolution a ticking time bomb?
The New Year has me thinking about resolutions. This year I set a very simple but not so easily achievable resolution. I set myself the goal of finding happiness in whatever situation I find myself at a given moment. Since I set that resolution, I’ve felt lighter and more positive, so maybe the simple reminder to find happiness is enough to create a powerful mood change. The question is, for how … [Read more...] about Is your New Year’s resolution a ticking time bomb?
Extra, Extra! The Truth Exposed about Shocking Health Based Headlines!
So I was on Facebook this morning and a friend of mine posted a story about a report that shows that antioxidant supplements aren’t as protective as we think. This surprising report claims that supplements may actually increase your chance of cancer. I’ve seen this story all over the internet for about a month now. The post got a plethora of likes and a few snide remarks about the wasteful … [Read more...] about Extra, Extra! The Truth Exposed about Shocking Health Based Headlines!
