Recently, one of my patients shared this story with me: “I always needed to lose about 15 pounds and it sure got harder near menopause. After a long battle, I figured it out!! I was always exercising hard (intense resistance and cardio training) and I was meticulous with my diet (keeping food logs and documenting […]
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Thinking about trying CrossFit?
You pull up to a small rustic building with loud music blaring. Even louder than the music are the people, lots of people, who seem to be running around all over the place. Some are throwing weights up over their heads, some are jumping over boxes, others seem to be tangled up in different colored […]
Are you trying too hard to lose weight?
Are you always struggling to lose weight? Some people claim that they have a slow metabolism because nothing seems to work. Well maybe this is a sign…a sign for you to listen to your body. Maybe you are trying too hard. When your body and mind are overworked and not nourished properly, your adrenal function […]
Pro’s and Con’s of the Paleo Diet
Wow, there is a lot of hype about the Paleo Diet these days. I know this nutrition and lifestyle program has truly has helped tons of people so I have many positive things to say about it. On the other hand, it is not a healthy fit for many people as well. I’m here to give you my […]
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Tags: Adrenal Fatigue, Balancing Your Meals, Metabolism, Vegetarianism, Weight Loss Essentials
Tags: Adrenal Fatigue, Balancing Your Meals, Metabolism, Vegetarianism, Weight Loss Essentials
No need to be Scared of Carbs: Best Carbohydrates
Are you scared of carbohydrates? Most clients seeking support for weight loss are SCARED of carbs? In general, I find that people who skip carbs at most meals do not lose weight successfully. Instead, it tends to backfire on them. An unbalanced diet usually leads to intense sugar and carb cravings, not to mention all the […]
Unwanted Weight Around Your Midsection?
Most of my clients complain about extra flab or inches around the middle. What’s so loveable about love handles? And we all know that the apple shaped body is more prone to heart disease, diabetes and stroke. On a positive note, fat stored in the midsection is metabolically active so it’s easier to lose when following the right […]
Gluten Free Menu
5 Easy Gluten-Free Substitutions Even though the majority of us do not have Celiac Disease (a true allergy to gluten), I have found that most people are somewhat intolerant or sensitive to gluten. If you think about your typical diet, you may find that gluten products are found in every single meal you eat. If […]
What is Good Fat?
A lot of clients have been asking me this question recently, so it is time to clarify the differences between good fats and bad fats. There are various ways to classify fats which can become very confusing. My classification system is straight forward so it’s easy to implement healthy changes and speed up your metabolism. […]
Importance of a Balanced Diet
Many people strive to balance their dinners with healthy ingredients, but forget about balancing the rest of their meals and snacks through the day. Breakfast is usually the worst There are also many diets that claim you should limit or remove carbohydrates or fats from your diet. SIDE EFFECTS FROM EATING UNBALANCED MEALS: Fatigue Sugar […]
Sample Detox Diet
Happy New Year! I love this time of year because most people finally focus on themselves and their health. If you need to drop some weight or make healthy lifestyle changes but are not sure where to start, I am providing you with some key ideas and tools. Betsy’s Favorite Detoxifying Foods: Raw veggies, […]
