The Interconnectedness of the 6 Pillars: How They Work Together for Optimal Health Oct 09, 2024

When it comes to achieving optimal health and wellness, many of us tend to focus on individual aspects—like getting enough sleep or eating better. However, what if I told you that the key to lasting well-being lies in understanding how these elements work together? Welcome to the world of...

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Homemade Chicken Stock Sep 25, 2024

Homemade cooking doesn’t have to be overwhelming or scary. It can actually be a way to decompress. When it comes to making homemade stock, broths and soups, I pick a cold or gray weekend day when I know I have time. I get it started in the morning and it keeps the kitchen warm throughout...

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The Importance of Nutrition for Weight Loss for Women Over 50 Aug 21, 2024

When it comes to weight loss, especially for women over 50, nutrition plays a critical role. This is why Nutrition is one of my 6 Pillars of Wellness. As we age, our bodies go through changes that affect how we metabolize food, how we store fat, and even how we feel after a meal. Understanding...

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Transform Your Body: Salad Hacks for Women Over 50 to Shed Pounds and Gain Strength Jul 10, 2024

Eating a salad sounds healthy, and it can be. However, some salads pack as many calories and as much fat and sodium as a fast-food burger. This blog post shares tips to use when eating out and when shopping for your own salad creations. Take control of what you’re putting in your salad and,...

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Anti-Inflammatory Foods and Lifestyle for Vibrant Health After 50 May 22, 2024

As we age our body can undergo changes, some of those changes can lead to increased inflammation. Chronic inflammation is linked to numerous health issues including arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, allergies and COPD. Some risk factors associated with chronic inflammation include age, obesity,...

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How to Beat Cravings and Belly Fat After 50 Mar 27, 2024

We live in an environment where new information is coming at us all the time. We’re told what to eat. What not to eat. Once we’re over 50 and are going through or have gone through menopause, closer attention to what we eat becomes even more important for our body composition and our...

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Home Cooking for Health and Weight Loss Feb 28, 2024

Probably the biggest obstacle I hear from clients is that “time is precious”, especially when it comes to eating home cooked meals. But a strong case can be made for home cooking!  Can you think of any more effective way to eat? Home cooking is more nutritious, cost-effective,...

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Healthy Chili Recipe for Super Bowl Feb 03, 2024

Super Bowl is synonymous with food and drinks. You can enjoy game day without getting completely off your game. Get it? Try my chili recipe for a Super Bowl meal packed with protein, fiber and vitamins.

Chili Recipe

2 pounds grass-fed ground beef

2 tsp. olive oil

1 large onion, chopped

2 stalks...

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Why Maintaining Steady Glucose Levels is Important for Menopausal Women Dec 16, 2023

When I was younger, I would get what I called low blood sugar. I’d be busy doing whatever I was doing and all of a sudden, I’d feel trembling, break out in a sweat or get really fatigued. When I’d be on a long bike ride, I’d sometimes “bonk,” the expression...

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