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Ahhh, the “stress mess.”
The Stress Mess: How It Messes With Your Health We all have some level of stress, right? It may be temporary (acute), or long-term (chronic). Acute stress usually won’t mess with your health too much. It is your body’s natural reaction to circumstances, and can even...
read moreI eat healthy and I haven’t changed anything in my nutrition but…
You are positive that you're not eating more food or “junkier” food but you're still gaining weight. Is this possible? Yes! You are NOT crazy! And here's why.... We both know that the whole “calories in, calories out” argument is an overly simplistic view of...
read moreDo you take supplements? Do you need them?
3 Supplements You Should be Taking if You're Over 55 Yes, while I always say that it's better to get your nutrients from food first sometimes supplements are necessary. Unfortunately there are just some all-too-common nutrients that we simply don't get...
read moreThe True Health Benefits of Exercise
Exercise. It can improve your health on all levels. We’re not just talking about being fitter and stronger. We’re talking about overall health and longevity. An you usually either love it or hate it! But what does it really do for you...read on to learn more. Regular...
read moreLeaky Gut – What is that? And do I have it?
"Leaky gut" is a popular topic in the health and wellness spheres these days. It's been blamed for many symptoms and conditions that seem to be all-too-common. Allergies, intolerances, joint pain, even autoimmune diseases can all be linked back to leaky gut. But what...
read moreMigraines and food
It's winter and it's been very dry and cold this last couple of weeks here in KY Many of my friends have been having more headaches...specifically migraines. So I thought I would share some info. Now I know... if you get migraines you have probably tried just about...
read moreTis the season….3 Tips to avoid overeating!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Sometimes those holiday feasts are just amazing. And it's not just the abundance of delicious food but also the people, the decorations, and the ambiance. Remembering why you are thankful! AND it is way too easy (and common) to indulge on those...
read moreWhat is glycemic index? And is it important?
Have you ever had your blood sugar levels tested or heard about eating to balance blood sugar? You know I talk about it a bunch, so if you have ever worked with me you have heard this. Have you wondered about the science behind how foods affect blood sugar? Or more...
read moreOh, the words “blood sugar.”
How Do I Keep My Blood Sugar Stable? And do I need to worry about it if I am not a diagnosed diabetic? Oh, the words "blood sugar." Does it conjure up visions of restrictive eating, diabetes medications, or insulin injections? Blood sugar is the measure of the amount...
read moreFive Weight-Loss Friendly Snacks You Will Love
Five Weight-Loss Friendly Snacks You Will Love The words “weight-loss” and “snacks” often appear in the same sentence. But that might also bring thoughts of "tasteless," "cardboard," and "completely unsatisfying." Right? Let me give you my best weight-loss friendly...
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