Posts Tagged ‘#healthyeating’
Meal Planning Made Easy
You’re busy and the thought of having to plan out meals may feel like just one more chore to add to your already long list of things to do. I know! What I found, though, is that taking time to plan for meals each week – and writing out a grocery list – means that…
Read MoreThe Functional Medicine Approach
I utilize a functional medicine approach working with my clients one on one, along with functional testing we get to the root of any health problem and address the underlying issues to restore balance within the body for optimal function.
Read MoreHealthy Meal Ideas and Exercise Routine While Traveling
In an effort not to undo all your hard work staying healthy and trim, I have put together a handful of heathy meal ideas while on the road and a quick exercise routine that involves just you and your body weight.
Read MoreCan Artificial Sweeteners lead to Weight Gain?
Can Artificial Sweeteners lead to Weight Gain? Do you use artificial sweeteners such as saccharine, aspartame, or sucralose? Thinking they are a healthier option than sucrose. I have never been a big fan of artificial sweeteners or non-caloric sweeteners (NCS) as they are termed. I personally don’t like the taste and I have always questioned…
Read MoreProtein Energy Balls
Looking for a healthy snack that is sweet and healthy? Look no further. I am here to share my sweet Protein Energy Balls.
Who doesn’t love the combo of peanut butter and chocolate? These remind me of cookie dough, but with the added punch of protein to keep your energy up, blood sugar stable, and your hunger at bay!
Read MoreLemony Kale Salad
Not a fan of kale? Well let me introduce you to my famous Lemony Kale Salad. You will love all the flavor this recipe has to offer. Roasted walnuts, with lemon olive oil dressing and the nutty bite of parmesan cheese. Kale is a super food and is a great addition to a healthy diet.…
Read MoreA Healthy Gut = Greater Immunity
With COVID-19 we are even more concerned about maintaining our immunity and staying healthy. We all know how important Vitamin C, Zinc, and other powerful antioxidants such as Selenium and Glutathione are for strengthening our immune system. But did you know that our best line of defense is our diet and a healthy gut?! Yup,…
Read MoreNutritional Support in Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in US women, aside from skin cancers. The current average risk of a woman in the United States developing breast cancer at some point in her life is about 13%. This means there is a 1 in 8 chance she will develop breast cancer. This isn’t to scare…
Read MoreThe Mediterranean Diet can Reduce the Risk of Chronic Disease
Diet can contribute to the incidence and course of disease especially in cardiovascular disease, diabetes, neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and even certain cancers.1(pg 488) There is substantial research that a Mediterranean diet can reduce cardiovascular risk along with a healthy lifestyle with physical activity.1(pg 488) Sample Mediterranean Diet Plan Breakfast Option 1: Mediterranean…
Read MoreNatural Diet and Lifestyle Recommendations to Lower Cholesterol
Contributing factors to dyslipidemia or elevated cholesterol serum levels1 Genetics(Lp(a)) Medications (anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, estrogen, corticosteroids, diuretics)2 Diabetes Lifestyle factors including diet, obesity, smoking, lack of physical activity Additional Testing1,3 Triglycerides HDL Lp(a) – genetic LDL particle size (either Apo B – small, dense; Apo A – large, fluffy) – there is evidence that the smaller,…
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