Eating as mindfully as we might on vacation, for example, is not realistic for many of us, especially with work, busy families, physical routines, and all the other daily distractions. Here are seven simple ideas to help you establish more mindful eating habits, and...
All fat is NOT created equal! Fat is one of the three critical macronutrients; along with protein and carbohydrates. Some fats are super-health-boosting; and, others are super-health-busting. Health-building fats support your brain, hormones, immune system, heart...
THE TRUTH BEHIND ARTIFICIAL SWEETENERS – SHOULD YOU OR SHOULDN’T YOU? You probably know the negative health impact of eating too much sugar, especially “added sugars” like those found in soft drinks, lollies, baked goods and many commercially-available...
WHAT IS THE GLYCEMIC INDEX AND GLYCEMIC LOAD? Have you ever had your blood sugar levels tested or heard about eating specific foods to balance blood sugar? Have you wondered about the science behind how foods affect blood sugar? Or more importantly, which foods...
RECIPE: ANTI-INFLAMMATORY QUINOA Here’s a quick and easy anti-inflammatory recipe from me to you. Delish! Broccoli and red capsicum – I pack these two super-healthy vegetables together in this week’s recipe, as well as turmeric for a 1-2-3 punch to...
THE STRESS MESS: HOW IT MESSES WITH YOUR HEALTH Ahhh, the “stress mess.” Does stress make you feel a bit off? Do you notice negative health effects when stress is at its worst? Maybe it affects your sleep or maybe you get sick more often. There’s no...
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