Grapefruit is a super-healthy food… but it has a bit of a dark side. It can interfere with the metabolism of medications. This interaction happens with dozens of medications and can lead to unwanted side effects. If you’re not taking any medications, then you don’t have to worry. But if you are, it may be […]
Many of my clients come to see me because they are unsatisfied with their energy levels. They struggle to get through the day. Some crash at a certain time each day, others wake up tired. One thing they all want is more energy. The causes of low energy can be complex and require long term […]
You try to eat right. You order a salad instead of a burger. You snack on fruits and veggies. But are your veggies full of pesticides? Americans consume a mixture of pesticides every day. While you need vegetables and fruits for a healthy diet, research suggests that pesticides in produce can cause health challenges. Long […]
While we know bad moods can lead to bad eating habits; it’s also true that bad eating habits can lead to bad moods. Food can impact our moods because of two factors. First, the nutrients are the building blocks for everything in our body, including mood-regulating “neurotransmitters.” Second, what we eat affects our blood sugar […]
If you work with a wellness coach you know that one of the first things we talk about it nutrition. What you put in your mouth has an impact on how much energy you have and how healthy you feel. At first my clients are intimidated by the idea of changing the way they eat. […]
Can you smell it? Asparagus pee that is. If you are a smeller you might be surprised to find out that not everyone is. As much as half of the population doesn’t smell asparagus pee. For the sake of full transparency, I admit that I am a smeller. The first time it happened was freaky. […]
Bloating. That oh-so uncomfortable feeling in the gut. Often it rears its ugly head after a large meal. Or a small meal. Or a snack. Or… How can you figure out what’s causing it? Perhaps you already have some wise de-bloating habits like avoiding foods you know give you gas. But that’s not completely solving […]
The doctor was grinning when he entered the room. He shook our hands and looked at Tom. “How are you feeling?”, he asked with a big smile. “I feel great”, Tom replied. “Well your scan looked good”, said the doctor. I didn’t realize I had been holding my breath until that moment. Follow up tests […]
Yes, there are lots of different kinds of salt: pink, iodized, kosher, sea, etc. They come from salt mines in the ground, or from evaporating the water out of salt water. What they all have in common is that infamous mineral that I’m going to talk about below: sodium. In food, salt is used for […]
Despite what you may have thought self-care is not a luxury, it is maintenance. Just like cars need oil changes and tire rotations, the human body also needs regular maintenance. Unlike cars, our bodies require daily maintenance. A car can go thousands of miles without needing any attention, but your body won’t. Another myth is […]
Green and Glowing Breakfast Smoothie (Recipe Serves 1) Ingredients: ½ bunch kale 1 handful spinach ½ cucumber 1 pear, sliced ½ cup unsweetened cranberry juice Blend and enjoy! Black Bean Butter Lettuce Cups (Recipe Serves 2) Ingredients: 1 – 15oz can of black beans, drained and rinsed ¼ cup minced red onion small […]
The human body is made of about 60% water. Water is the main substance in most body tissue including the brain, heart, lungs, muscle, skin and blood plasma. Necessary for human existence, you can only survive a few days without water. If you don’t get enough water, you become dehydrated. Severe cases of dehydration can […]