A refreshing smoothie is, for many health-conscious people, a sure-fire way to get your day started on a nutritionally sound footing. Whether you’re a green smoothie fan or love the sweetness of a fruity smoothie, you can be assured of a hearty dose of vitamins and minerals in your first meal of the day. And […]
Going green at the grocery store
You may have noticed that there’s a lot of talk about “going green” and choosing to be more mindful of the decisions we make with regard to our environment and, by extension, our health and wellness. Solar panels are popping up everywhere, and businesses are cutting back on the use of plastic bags and straws, […]
Five easy steps to a revamped pantry
The best-laid health plans can be derailed by a pantry that isn’t stocked in favor of your health goals. You know the type of pantry I mean: full of chips, Ramen noodles, cookies, sugary breakfast cereals… yep. To win this battle of the pantry, you have to begin with a clear-cut plan that puts you […]
Accountability: the missing link in achieving your health goals?
So, you had the very best intentions/resolutions with regard to your health and wellness goals earlier in the year. You may have bought DVDs to practice yoga at home; invested in mason jars for your salads and overnight breakfasts; and cleaned out your pantry to make room for new, healthy food. You became a new […]
Meal prep tips for busy times
Planning healthy meals and preparing them are foundational tools of the healthy and happy lifestyle. Alas, many of us haven’t always been able to stay on top of our intention to provide nutritious meals for ourselves and our families. Here are some typical concerns I encounter when talking to people about meal prep: You […]
Five kitchen tools for healthy meal prep
For those of us looking for efficient ways to prepare our meals, investing in practical kitchen tools that simplify meal prep can make a tremendous difference. I’m sharing with you five of my favorite meal prep kitchen tools that have helped me to eat healthily and happily. Spiralizer With this five-blade spiralizer, I forgo the energy crash from high-carb […]
Your spring kitchen cleanup: here’s how to get it started
More than any other season, spring energizes me to make a fresh start. Where better to begin than with a spring kitchen cleanup! I’m going to wear two hats today: health coach and professional organizer. Clutter can keep us from living our healthiest, happiest lives, so the first step in this spring kitchen cleanup is decluttering. In nutrition […]
