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Breakfast…Is It Really The Most Important Meal Of The Day? They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. I am not sure who “they” are but I couldn’t agree more! Have you ever taken a step back and observed your energy levels, …
Nutritional Supplements: What You Should Be Taking, When You Should Be Taking Them, And Why You Should Be Taking Them. All Of Your Questions Answered! Even if you get the right amount of sleep, eat the exact right food, properly manage stress, and stay hydrated …
Tips For Living A Healthy Lifestyle, while losing weight! Before we dive into the tips for living a healthy lifestyle while trying to lose weight I want to ask: Do you want to know what doesn’t work when you are trying to lose weight? The …
The Good, Bad, Ugly, & Macros The effects of alcohol begin at your very first sip. I am not going to tell you never to drink. Hey, I’m a member of two wineries here in California, so you know I love a good glass of …
Having The Right Kitchen Tools For Healthy Cooking Is Necessary For Living A Healthy Life Having the right kitchen tools for healthy cooking is no different than having the right tools for building a house, teaching a class, painting a picture, or putting together a …
Building a good relationship with food isn’t something that can be done overnight. Especially if we have tried countless times to follow any of the fad diets on the market. Almost every fad diet labels foods “good” or “bad”. Therefore, removing those feelings of guilt …
Cardio Vs. Weight Training You are on a path to living a healthier lifestyle, maybe you want to lose a few pounds, build lean muscle, or maybe you just be more physically active. Now, you’re stuck with the hard question…which should I be doing, Cardio …
Truly fantastic health benefits of walking, the activity for people of all ages! The best part…walking is free, you can do it anywhere! Making it very easy to make part of your daily routine! Walking is probably one of my most favorite activities. I seriously …
How To Get Started The Benefits of Stretching is something many people take for granted. Many people don’t make time for daily stretching, it’s crazy the number of people I see leaving the gym after a workout without stretching. Not only can stretching help to …
Benefits And Risks Of Running Every Day! Do you know the amazing benefits of running, 10-15 minutes every single day can increase your life span, and actually make you happier! Running has been proven to boost your energy, mood, and beat those Monday blues! More …
There Is No Healthy Quick Fix To Weight Loss Don’t you wish you could just flip a switch and have the exact body and health you desire? I wish that were the case too, but unfortunately, it doesn’t happen overnight. Weight loss takes time and …
Did You Know That Sleep Can Help You Lose Weight? Sleep, fueling for weight loss. Sleep is one of the easiest forms of fuel you can feed your body, it takes the least amount of effort on your part, yet provides the body with so …
Burn More Calories Did you know that certain foods can actually boost your metabolism? It is called the high Thermic Effect. Protein-rich foods actually take more energy to digest than carbs or fats. Thus increasing our body’s metabolic rate by increasing our energy expenditure. Boosting …
Consuming Enough Water Each Day Is The Easiest Fuel You Can Feed Your Body! Whether you are looking to lose weight, gain lean muscle, maintain your current physique, or just looking to improve your overall health; nutrition/fuel for your body is key. The most important …
How to Count Macros: A Step-By-Step Guide Counting Macros has become very popular. You may have heard about it at your gym, read about it in a health article, or seen something about it on social media. Maybe you are or have counted macros in …
The Truth About Healthy Fats and why Your Body Needs Them! Fats are a type of Macro Nutrient, just like carbohydrates and protein. And like carbs and protein your body requires some healthy fat for energy, to protect your heart, absorb vitamins, and help with …
Don’t be afraid of Carbs! Complex Carbs are exactly what you need to reach your weight loss goals! Your body requires fuel to burn fat, your body requires fuel to exercise, your body requires fuel to lose weight. Without the proper fuel you will only …
High-Protein Foods for Weight Loss It has been proven time and time again that protein is one of the most important aspects of our diets. Most people eat enough protein to prevent deficiency, however many individuals would do better if they increased their protein intake. …
Starvation Mode vs Weight Loss, causing Damage to your Metabolism When it comes to weight loss most people want to see quick fixes, to see immediate results. Which then leads us to think and believe that to see these results we need to reduce our …
Having a well-stocked kitchen pantry and fridge, filled with the healthy essentials ensures you are prepared, even when you don’t have time to go grocery shopping. With this Pantry Staples Master List I can guarantee you will be able to create healthy recipes, perfect for …
Freezer Friendly…have you ever eaten something after it’s been frozen then reheated and it not taste that great; dry, lacking flavor, or had a strange texture. Well, that is probably because the meal wasn’t freezer friendly. I have spent years freezing just about every food …
