Today and Everyday
Health is a 4-legged stool: adequate sleep, moving everyday, eating whole foods, and drinking enough water. Sleep — tracking your quality of sleep makes a difference. There are all kinds of wearables that can help. My favorite is the Oura Ring. It’s HSA/FSA eligible too! Movement — Strength training, walking, stretching, mobility training …. are […]
When you want a treat, do you crave sweet treats or salty treats? So often when those cravings hit us, we resort to not so healthy options. So, here are a few healthier options you could use to “trick” those cravings. Salt Cravings Microwave Popcorn àAir pop popcorn then sprinkle with herbs like oregano, rosemary, thyme […]
Stress is real right now and it feels like it will only get crazier! Taking care of you and learning how to manage and mitigate stress is critical for your physical and mental health. That is why I am offering a “mini – course” on stress management. I want to share some of my best […]
Are you feeling like your life is a bit out of control? Feeling overwhelmed? Looking for a new direction in life? Want to feel more fulfilled? More at peace? Consider joining me for my new 10 week course called Making Healthy Choices a Habit. Together we will work to find balance, peace, health, and joy […]
Bone chilling winds, artic temperatures, snow pack, black ice and reduced visibilities are all travel hazards when you live where it is cold and snowy in the winter. Being prepared in case of trouble while traveling is just plain smart. A little bit of planning could save your life. 1. When traveling any distance, have a […]
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 […]
Ever wonder how you can be so exhausted after sitting at your desk all day? Certainly, it can be stressful mentally, but it is stressful physically too. Our bodies are not designed to sit so extended sitting can cause back pain, headaches, tension, and tightness in your back, hips, neck, and shoulders. Getting up every […]
A 4th of July celebration isn’t complete without a patriotic dish or two. Looking for some inspiration? How about one of these? Fruit Tray Arrange strawberries, cherries, watermelon, bananas, and blueberries in the design of the flag. Peanut Butter and Berry Toast Toast whole grain or sprouted grain bread, spread with natural nut butter and decorate […]
No, it isn’t fertilizer, though keeping your garden growing and productive might be a good topic for a future email 😊! Rather, the 10-10-10 rule is a way to make decisions – particularly when you are struggling. This rule was developed and shared in a book by Suzy Welch. The concept is simple. When you are […]
In case you need another reason to get your workout in regularly — I have one😊 . Get this: a recent study suggests that regular exercise may prevent acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) which is the leading cause of death with COVID19 or the seasonal flu. According to a study conducted by the University of […]
