We’ve all had those moments when we’ve waited too long to eat and we struggle through a blood sugar “event.” Your blood sugar rises and then falls sharply, and for all of us who’ve experienced it, it’s not pretty. Hanger (hunger and anger) kicks in and essentially takes over. You feel lightheaded, shaky, and generally […]
Why you crave carbs and how to control it
Even when you change your eating habits for the better and incorporate cleaner foods, you can still fall victim to massive cravings for carbs. We might attribute these cravings to a lousy day at work or a stressful week of deadlines, but carb cravings can also be a result of physiological imbalances. The stress hormone cortisol […]
Simple strategies to gain and maintain energy
Talk to almost any woman about her health goals and, other than losing weight, the most common response is a desire for more energy. They share energy goals such as: Enjoying time with children, significant others, and friends. Taking a break without constantly having to take care of everything and everyone Feeling less mentally […]
