Improving Lifestyle

Keep it Simple – Be Consistent – Get a Great Butt by Summer!

It’s true that you can’t spot reduce any area of your body by working out. I think I see people trying to do this most often by overdoing ab-work in an attempt to reduce the size of their midsections. The problem with that approach is (and I’m thinking more and more people do know this …

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Two Days of the Elimination Diet – What I Ate

I promised several people I’d post what I eat in a day on the elimination diet. I’ve hesitated for a couple reasons. First, my elimination diet should not be yours! I don’t want people to copy what I’m doing–I’ve chosen what to include and exclude during this adventure based on what I already know about …

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Yoga and Breathing for Relaxation …and Your Skin!

I’m officially a yoga instructor now. Who wants to come over and do yoga? I’m not planning on actually teaching on a schedule in a studio anywhere, but I have plans for how to integrate yoga into what I already do and I like the idea of doing small group sessions in a series. I …

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Grain Free Hemp Seed Breakfast Cookies (with chia and coconut)

Today I really wanted a cookie. First, I made vanilla kale chips, and they turned out ok—the original version was way better (I subbed in hemp seeds for cashews and erythritol for maple syrup…this made them just ok instead of amazing like the original recipe. Once I’m eating nuts again, I’ll re-post about the amazing …

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Improve Your Metabolism Through Food: It’s not rocket science, but it is science.

I’m a firm believer in not relying on willpower to lose weight. In fact, I despise willpower, and I don’t have much (any) of it myself. I do think it’s important to strategize and be motivated and determined, but nobody should go hungry or feel restricted… As a result, I have spent significant time learning …

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Sugar Makes You Unhealthy and Fat. {Natural Fats Don’t}

This post is a continuation of my thoughts from the post I wrote about my anti-sugar campaign. For the content and support for this post’s title, I’d like to encourage you to read this infographic (really, please read it—when you click on it, it will open in a new window). My reaction to the infographic: …

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What Role Does Lifestyle Play in Our Health? (and what role do our genes play?)

Lifestyle and health can be a touchy subject. Just as anything in wellness, we have a responsibility to find the balance between what is happening to us and what is happening in our lives because of things we do. My entire philosophy regarding working with people on their wellness revolves around that principle. We, are …

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Cauliflower Rice and a Workout View of ‘Smarter Not Harder’

Lately, I’ve had a few people ask me what I do for arm workouts. I don’t usually tell people too much about my own workouts because, well, I’m not super organized about it. I just make sure to do several minutes of strength training a few times a week. If I’m being dedicated, I work …

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How to Do an Elimination Diet (and how I’m doing it)

Over the years, I’ve assisted many people at doing elimination diets, and I’ve witnessed many people find revolutionary information about themselves. I’ve seen “diseases” cured, conditions improved, and quality of life shoot through the roof. I’ve also seen many people not stick with it (because it can be difficult), and miss out on the benefits. …

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