Today and Everyday
Eating gluten free is one of the most talked about diets today. For some, it’s a medical necessity. Others, simply feel better when gluten is limited in their diet (like me). Eat whole foods. Fill up your plate with naturally gluten free foods like vegetables, fruits, beans, nuts, fish and lean meat. Choose gluten free […]
Not all body fat is equal. As a matter of fact, the fat in our abdominal cavity causes the most problem with our health. This fat builds up around organs and is linked to a variety of health issues. That is why your waist size is a much stronger marker for your health than the […]
There are a lot of different shakes on the market now days. And frankly, it is confusing. How do you now which one to choose? My choice is Shakeology for a lot of reasons. However, there are a lot of misconceptions around Shakeology. I want to address them. And, after reading this, I think you will […]
Sound familiar? I’m too tired….I’m too busy….I have too much going on with the kids….I don’t think I can do it. All excuses not to workout. Excuses we have all probably said or used ourselves. I know I have. The thing is, you know you should start. Or you know you should get that workout […]
We all know that to lose weight, we need to eat fewer calories than we burn. And to gain muscle, we need to actually eat more while doing resistance training. The two theories seem to be at odds. But there is a way to get it done. Here are 3 tips to help you lose […]
Whether you have a complete detailed list of goals for 2021 or you have just a general intention to be a healthier version of you, the struggle to stay on track is real. Statistics show that 70% of the population will give up on their health resolution by the end of January. You don’t need to be part […]
I bet if I took a poll of our 2021 New Year’s resolutions, our ratios would look similar to this chart compiled by Statista. The top two resolutions are usually tied to a weight loss goal. But being healthy is about more than losing weight. It is about feeling and looking healthy. We are less […]
It’s December 30th and you are probably thinking about setting a resolution or two for 2021. Did you know though, that only 8% of people actually achieve their resolutions? You know why? Because when it comes to setting resolutions, we feel the pressure to be perfect. If we have a day or two that we […]
Every year, Mark’s family has an hors d’oeuvre contest at Christmas. This year, we won’t be gathering with the extended Meuwissen clan, but we are keeping up this tradition with our immediate family. I have been charged with a healthy appetizer. My choice is one of our favorites – Fresh Spring Rolls. I might not […]
Zoom meeting after Zoom meeting. Meetings, paperwork, reports…all require a lot of sit time. For me, and I am sure many of you, these past months, I have sat behind my desk more than I ever have done in the past. My body is not happy about it. As humans, our bodies are not made […]
