A fiber and protein rich smoothie that is delicious, thick and creamy. If you are a busy mom trying to find ways to fit in your nutrients without spending too much time in the kitchen, smoothies are a great option! Smoothies are great for breakfast, snacks, and even as a pre- and post-exercise drink. They […]

A few of you requested a healthy Costco shopping list of what I usually buy and I am so excited to share this with you! Honestly it took me about a year to go to Costco when it first opened its doors in my city. I didn’t understand the hype or why I would need to […]

Understanding the importance of shifting your weight loss mindset from short term dieting to long term healthy eating habits is your first big step in creating lasting consistent results. Reframing your thoughts around food is, in my opinion, one of the hardest but most important things you can do on your health journey. This is […]

“I lost SO much weight when I was on a very low carb diet but I also lost my period and experienced symptoms of fatigue, crankiness, my skin breaking out and dizziness.” Does this sound familiar? Even though going low carb is a great way to lose weight quickly, it is NOT the best for […]

As we all roll into the holiday season, there’s not a better time to reevaluate your health goals and find ways for staying healthy during the holidays.   This time of year, most people will want to wait until the new year to start focusing on getting healthy and losing weight. But it is AMAZING […]

I’m sure you’ve seen those magazines that feature celebrity stories of rapid weight loss and the step-by-step meal plan on “how to lose 10 pounds in 10 days.” Yeah, those don’t work (as I’m sure you know). Instead of asking yourself “how fast can I drop these 20 pounds?” I want you to change the […]

Every time I go outside in nature, I notice that I immediately feel better. Even if it is for a few minutes, it makes a big difference in my mood and my day. Studies have shown that being around greenery and nature lowers blood pressure and stress hormone levels, reduces nervous system arousal, enhances immune […]

Your weight is largely controlled by hormones. Research shows that hormones influence your appetite and how you store fat. This blog is going to discuss four main hormones and their effect on your weight. Hormones and Weight Loss Leptin This is a hormone that reduces hunger. Leptin levels are directly correlated with body fat levels. […]