IMPORTANT NOTE: The information in this post is for educational purposes only and should NOT be considered medical advice. Many people have been made to fear the sun due to claims that sun exposure is what causes skin cancer. (I used to be one of those people.) Unfortunately, this is very misguided advice. The issue …
When you hear the words “Thanksgiving dinner,” what’s the first thing that comes to mind? I’m betting it was “turkey.” Even if you get more excited about stuffing, potatoes with gravy and pumpkin pie, turkey is clearly the centerpiece of most Thanksgiving meals. So let’s talk about how you can serve your loved ones the …
The sun isn’t up yet, but you are. And you’re ready to rock an amazing workout. Or maybe it’s the end of a long day, and now it’s time to get your sweat sesh on. Whatever time of day you schedule for your workout, it’s so much more enjoyable if you have a fierce fitness …
After working with many people to help them improve their nutrition, I quickly noticed some common themes…one of which is: DO NOT tell a ranch dip / dressing lover that their beloved ranch is off limits! Well here’s the problem with that…. The commercial ranch dips and dressings sold in stores are made with pure crap. Just take a look at this …
Even black coffee lovers like myself can’t resist the siren song of a delicious creamy latte from time to time. What I can resist, however, is the storm of crap that comes with the concoction in most lattes made in restaurants and coffee shops…commercial dairy products, partially hydrogenated oils, artificial flavors, refined sugar and preservatives. No …
Coconut milk. Mmmmmm, it’s so creamy and delicious! It’s a popular choice for smoothies, shakes, cereal, coffee creamer and as a dairy alternative in baking. It doesn’t have lactose like cow’s milk, so it’s a great choice for people like me who are lactose intolerant. And since it’s a plant-based product, it’s great for those …
You’ve decided you’re done drinking cow’s milk, or lactose intolerance has decided it for you. So now you need to choose an alternative. There’s rice milk, but its high glycemic index can cause your blood sugar to spike. Then there’s soy milk, but that can cause problems with hormone levels. Coconut milk is a healthy option, …
To say I’m obsessed with faux leather may be the understatement of the century. It adds such a fabulous and sassy touch to cool-weather fashion! The key is incorporating just the right amount into your outfit, so you don’t look like a dominatrix. (No judgment if that’s your thing, though. ) I like to wear one or two …
You take your time in the produce section of the grocery store, carefully selecting fresh ingredients to make a healthy and delicious salad. Next, you get the produce home and take the time to wash and cut it. Then, you select just the right ingredients to concoct the perfect salad mixture to please your tastebuds and stay on …
It can be hard to find dips and spreads that taste good and are also good for you. Hummus, if prepared correctly, totally fits the bill! Since hummus is bean-based, it’s loaded with fiber and protein making it super hearty and filling. Better yet, it’s very easy to customize into different flavors. Hummus, a staple in the notoriously healthy …