When clients are in my office we talk a lot about being hungry and the mixed messages our body sends us about eating. We talk about habits and lifestyles that effect eating too. No filter: the good, the bad and the ugly. I often ask, “Do you know what it feels like to be hungry?…
Habits: replacing the bad with the good
Our brains are built on habit. All of the habits that you have right now – good and bad – are in your life for a reason. Consistency and knowing what to expect are comforting? Maybe you are bored or stressed? In some way, these behaviors provide a benefit to you, even if they are…
Skin series: Coenzyme Q10 in cosmetics?
Have you started seeing Coenzyme Q10 in cosmetics lately? Let’s understand what were talking about here. Coenzyme Q10 or CoQ10 is an antioxidant your body produces naturally. It helps convert food into energy and is found in the mitochondria of every cell in your body. Antioxidants fight free radicals that damage cell membranes, tamper with…
Party smart: tried and true tips
Who doesn’t love a good party? Holidays, pool parties, birthdays, kids parties…dinner parties- endless opportunities to laugh and celebrate – OH yeah – and endless opportunities to undo all of the progress you’ve made. It isn’t all about the food but that seems to be the part we struggle with the most. Why not be…
Skin series: Dark Chocolate
I get asked about dark chocolate on a pretty regular basis. Dark chocolate gets lots of attention because of its naturally occurring, antioxidant rich cocoa flavanol content. Pause just a second before you reach for your secret stash (yes…everyone has one). GOOD STUFF: Research does show positive benefit to the brain in helping to reduce…
Food solutions for reflux
Diet and lifestyle factors can significantly contribute to acid reflux (heartburn, acid indigestion) and associated digestive issues like painful gas and bloating. And there’s more bad news about the effects of proton pump inhibitors – brand names Prevacid, Prilosec, Nexium and Protonix…among others. We know that long term use can disrupt the acid/base balance and…
Sweet treat. no package. no guilt.
Need a little something sweet for dessert that you can feel good about? Sweet potatoes are a nutritional all-star-loaded with carotenoids, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. Mix in unsweetened applesauce or crushed pineapple for extra moisture and sweetness. Try sprinkling with cinnamon. Love sorbet? Try freezing 4 cups of your favorite berries (antioxidant powerhouse) or melon…
Snack culture
I’ve been noticing lately that snacking is top of mind for many people. I often get questions like “what kind of healthy snacks can I have?” and “when can I have my snacks?” So I try to explain my thoughts like this….because of media and marketing, we are bombarded with messages of here’s your healthy,…
Turmeric-Cider Tonic
Turmeric-Cider Tonic: Two power house nutrients combined in a nice sipper make this tonic tasty and anti inflammatory. Apple cider vinegar helps with digestion and blood sugar stabilization (this means helps to decrease sugar cravings), turmeric has an anti-inflammatory benefit. Maybe try this at the end of a meal for a semi sweet dessert or…