With the cold and flu season in full swing, now is the perfect time to focus on strengthening your immune system to help avoid falling into this unhealthy pattern One amazing fact is that 70-80% of your immune system is found in your gut. It is home to a complex and…
Happy Summer! Seeds are sprouting, flowers are blooming, the grass is greener, and we can all feel the earth’s energy waking up! It is the perfect time for a fresh start and new habits. Small regular habits can have a far greater impact on our health and well-being than sporadic, intense…
How Much Protein Do You Really Need?When you find yourself in the fitness corner of social media, you will hear a lot about protein. Protein shakes. Protein Pancakes. Protein desserts. Protein bars. Supplements. Smoothies. All protein, all the time. According to your favorite influencer, it’s all you need to eat.Let’s…
I wanted to begin this blog by saying that I dislike the word diet as it suggests the many trendy dietary regimens that are constantly in our face. I do not promote any specific food group, nor do I believe that we should totally isolate a food (like meat for…
As the temperature rises and the sun shines brighter, there's no better way to stay refreshed and energized than with delicious, nutrient-packed smoothies. Whether you're lounging by the pool or hitting the trails, these organic, easy-to-make smoothie recipes will keep you feeling your best all summer long. Packed with vitamins,…
I felt a strong sense of urgency to write this blog about calcium because it is the most important mineral in our body, and we need lots of it. Sadly, we have been led to believe that dairy is a great source of calcium; that milk makes healthy bones, and…
I totally resonate with the quote that belongs to Tim Ferris. “If you win your morning, you win the day.” It cannot be argued that the way you start your day will dictate how that day will unfold. You may not be able to make all the changes that I…
Winter Wellness … My Top Five Tips for Being Well This Season As the days get colder and darker, we often tend to move less, eat more and not pay enough attention to keeping our immune system strong. It does not have to be that difficult to be proactive and…
The beginning of another year is already upon us! It seems like every time another year goes by, the next one passes by even quicker. The end of the year pushes many people to set new goals for themselves that they didn’t achieve in the year prior- usually health related.…
In our modern world of depleted soil, environmental toxins, and long-to-do lists, we have forgotten how to eat to nourish our cells. We have stopped paying attention to the fact that real food is real energy. Added to that, with all the crazy diets, fads, trends, what to eat has…