*Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post with Blue Diamond Almond Breeze® Almondmilk, however all opinions, experiences and enjoyment of Almond Breeze Almondmilk are completely my own! Over the past few years I’ve become a big fan of the chicken curry dish at one of our local Indian restaurants. I’ve also found a small restaurant by work…
Not everyone needs nutritional supplements, but if you are like the millions of Americans who take them, keep reading learn how to optimize your intake. If you’re used to taking all your pills at one time of day, you may want to think again. Certain times of day may actually enhance your body’s ability to…
*Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post with California Strawberries and Society Culinaria, however all opinions, experiences and enjoyment of strawberries are completely my own! School is back in session and easy, healthy and satisfying snacks are the way to go! When my kids arrive home from school, they are stimulated and super hungry. Oftentimes, they reach for…
She came into my office with tears in her eyes. My new client told me about all of the distress she experienced based on how she felt about her weight and weight bias she’d experienced over the past 20 years. “All of that time, effort, money and suffering, and I’m still obese,” she lamented. It…
Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) is one of the most common viruses. It’s a member of the herpes group of viruses including HSV 1 and 2, Varicella zoster virus (shingles, chicken pox), Cytomegalovirus (CMV) and Pseudorabies virus. A common factor of these viruses is their stress on the immune system, and their ability to remain dormant…
Cultivated for centuries by Buddhist monks, monk fruit has been gaining popularity in our food system as a natural non-nutritive sweetener, meaning it sweetens without calories. It could be a great sugar alternative for anyone focusing on wellness goals to reduce added sugars, calories or manage diabetes. If you aren’t familiar with monk fruit, here’s…
Tattoos are more popular than ever nowadays, especially among teens and young adults. According to a Harris poll, approximately 50% of people between 18 and 40 years of age, and 36% of people between 36 and 50 have one or more tattoos. The Harris poll also reported that 23% of people with a tattoo regret…
“I love sushi and eat it a few times a week. How healthy is it?” My clients ask about sushi all the time, as they aren’t sure whether it’s a light meal or a higher calorie option. And it’s no wonder, since options can range from fresh fish with no adornments, to architectural masterpieces requiring more…
Are supplements safe? With 76% of American adults taking nutrition supplements, this is an important question. Headlines have been swirling about supplement quality and safety, giving the impression that the industry is unregulated. That’s not the case! Here’s what you need to know about choosing supplements that are high quality and safe. This post is…
Which foods heal broken bones faster? I fractured a bone in my foot at a group tennis lesson a couple of weeks ago, and I’m willing to do anything to speed up the healing process! Nutrition plays an important role in fracture healing, and I’ve taken a deeper look at the research to discover which…