What are the top 5 health concerns of women today? Most women will place heart disease, cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis and obesity at the top of their list. Except for obesity, these are all diseases that we refer to as ‘chronic degenerative’ diseases or to put it in simpler terms, ‘wear and tear’ diseases. They do […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...The flu season is around the corner and along with that comes an increase in colds and flu’s. Here are some very simple steps you can take to reduce your risk of getting sick. Get a good night’s sleep. Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh discovered that people who average less than seven hours […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...The cosmetic industry is huge! Women spend hundreds, and sometimes thousands, of dollars yearly trying to look younger and more beautiful. Famous skin care lines, such as Estee Lauder and Loreal, compete with ‘botox’ and other physical treatments for your hard earned money. Do they work? Sometimes but often the effect is temporary and you […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...I recently found this new product line at Costco. Made from lentils (instead of grain), it’s high in fiber and protein and low-glycemic which means it doesn’t spike your blood sugar. Even more important, it tastes good and is quite similar in texture to regular pasta. Just make sure to not overcook it. Add your […]
Don’t you just love summertime! I’m sitting on my patio enjoying the fresh air and sunshine as I write this blog (see pic). Did you know that being outside is an incredible boost to your wellbeing? Here are 3 reasons why: Fresh air improves your mood and gives you more energy. Taking a brisk walk […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...7 Popular Diet Myths Exposed Everyone wants to lose weight and look slim for summer. If you don’t have weight to lose, no worries! You will still find many savoury tidbits that you can chew on, as a healthy body and healthy weight tend to go hand-in-hand. 1. Skipping meals is a good way to […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...It’s easy to get off track, isn’t it… We start off with a great plan and then something comes along to distract or even sabotage us. This is true in all aspects of our life but especially true when it comes to weigh loss. Losing weight can seem an insurmountable task and keeping it off […]
A healthy relationship with food is like a strong relationship with a friend. In a “healthy” friend relationship we can relax, be ourselves and enjoy each other’s company. But we also have clear boundaries, protecting our well-being and knowing when enough is enough. In a similar way, we were meant to enjoy our food and […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...Continuing from my previous blog… I think we need a paradigm shift when it comes to diets and weight loss, particularly in how we view food. Too often diets teach us to have a poor attitude towards food – making food either the enemy (something to be avoided as much as possible) or our master […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...Our society has 2 extremes. On the one hand, unrealistic attitudes and pictures of what the female body should look like surround us. On the other hand, the reality is that many women struggle to have a healthy weight. I believe the answer lies in first letting go of these unrealistic body images and then, […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...There’s a new way of thinking about diets that’s radically different from the current diet scene and it’s growing in popularity. In a nutshell, it’s about getting healthy first and letting the weight loss follow naturally. What does this mean? First and foremost, it means coming from the perspective of appreciating and loving your body […]
Often diets encourage us to go to the edge – the edge of eating too little and feeling hungry and deprived all the time OR the edge of pushing ourselves in an exercise program that focuses on “no pain/no gain”, leaving us sore, depleted and time crunched. It doesn’t have to be this way. In […]
My next series of blog posts is dedicated to the busy professional woman who has tried so hard to lose weight and even harder to keep it off – without success. You are the woman who works hard all day long and gives so much to your job, your family, your friends… leaving very little […]
A belated happy new year to all my subscribers. I hope that this next year will be the healthiest one for you yet. We all make New Year’s resolutions but far too often, we give up on them before the month is even finished. It might be that we bite off more than we […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...Thank you so much for being a part of “40 Days to a Healthier Happier Christmas. I hope that these tips have served you well. Don’t hesitate to contact me if I can of further service to you in the New Year. My wish to you and yours: May This Christmas be the Best One […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...Christmas Day #7 : Christmas is a time for relaxed eating and socializing. Savour your food. Put your fork down between bites and enjoy every mouthful. We live in such a rushed society; make this year’s Christmas evening different. Light candles; play music. Serve your food in courses and take time to visit in between. […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...Christmas Day Tip #6: Know when enough is enough. Stop eating when you are satisfied not when you are stuffed. You have a fridge and microwave. Use them. There’s always tomorrow and leftovers. Save room for dessert or leave it until the next day.
No Comments. Continue Reading...Christmas Day Tip #5: I once heard someone say, “You can have what you really want but you can’t have everything.” It was stated about money but I believe it also applies to food. Be choosy! Maybe hold off on the bread and appi’s so you have more room for dessert. Forgo the potatoes for […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...Christmas Day Tip # 4: Don’t forget the “veggies”. As always, they should be the foundation of your diet. Be adventuresome with this. Often Christmas brings us “veggie” choices that aren’t always as readily available. Try something new that you haven’t eaten before. Experiment with new spices and herbs. Be creative. Healthy cooking can be […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...Christmas Day Tip #3 : Stay rested and relaxed. Don’t forget how important a good night’s sleep is to having a reasonable appetite. Remember when you are lacking in sleep, you will be driven to eat more than you need. Indulge in an afternoon nap if you’re overtired. Take time to rejuvenate and refresh yourself.