Category Archives: Weight loss

Immunity: Mild Obesity and COVID

Posted on September 14, 2020 by

I did a newsletter at the beginning of this whole COVID outbreak (which seems like a lifetime ago by the way) and explained how obesity is a serious risk factor in this virus. Most of that research classified “severe obesity” … Continue reading →

Posted in Diabetes, Fitness, Heart Health, Nutrition, Overall Health and Wholeness, Weight loss | Tagged , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

Nutrition: Do Whole Grains Confuse You?

Posted on September 7, 2020 by

I may be preaching to the choir here but I’m going to jump in anyway because I can’t tell you how many people I talk to really are confused as to what whole grains really are. We have been instructed … Continue reading →

Posted in Diabetes, Digestive Health, Heart Health, Nutrition, Overall Health and Wholeness, Weight loss | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

Weight Loss: Would You Eat This to Lose Weight?

Posted on August 31, 2020 by

I come across quite a few weird things people try eating to help with weight loss. I must admit this was one of the stranger ones to me and while I’m certainly not recommending it at this point, I share … Continue reading →

Posted in Diabetes, Heart Health, Nutrition, Weight loss | Tagged , , , , , | 8 Comments

Nutrition and Heart Health: The Real Nutritional Villain

Posted on August 24, 2020 by

Conventional wisdom says that red meat and saturated fat are the primary drivers of heart disease. So in order to avoid that, many people have chosen to eat chicken which is thought to be more lean. Problem is that the … Continue reading →

Posted in Digestive Health, Heart Health, Nutrition, Overall Health and Wholeness, Weight loss | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Nutrition: Become a Detective

Posted on August 3, 2020 by

I’ve been watching a new show this summer called Genetic Detective. It follows investigative genetic genealogist, CeCe Moore, as she uses her unique research skills to transform the face of crime solving. By working with police departments and crime scene … Continue reading →

Posted in Digestive Health, Nutrition, Overall Health and Wholeness, Weight loss, Women's Issues | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Weight Loss: Cravings and Sleep Deprivation

Posted on July 6, 2020 by

If you have found yourself craving sweets and processed foods after a bad night’s sleep, this research explains why that seems to happen and almost be beyond your ability to control.  Your sense of smell is heightened after a bad … Continue reading →

Posted in Brain health, Nutrition, Overall Health and Wholeness, Weight loss | Tagged , , , , | 6 Comments

Lifestyle: The Healthier Alternative to Sitting

Posted on June 22, 2020 by

Ok so we’ve been told that sitting is more dangerous to our health than smoking, so we have adjusted our habits. Many people have incorporated standing desks into their daily work routine. We set our timers and get up at … Continue reading →

Posted in Diabetes, Fitness, Heart Health, Overall Health and Wholeness, Weight loss | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

Healthy Aging: Can You Spare 10 Minutes a Day

Posted on June 15, 2020 by

Incorporating movement and staying active daily is key to remaining independent and fit in later years. As we age, being able to do simple things like hurrying across a street or even just getting dressed and out the door in … Continue reading →

Posted in Brain health, Cancer, Diabetes, Fitness, Heart Health, Intentional Exertion/Exercise, Overall Health and Wholeness, Weight loss | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

Weight Loss: 3 Steps to Simple Habit Change

Posted on June 8, 2020 by

I did a post at the beginning of last year where I shared an article that talked about why people who have small, attainable goals are MUCH more likely to succeed in attaining them. The writer of the article I … Continue reading →

Posted in Fitness, Nutrition, Overall Health and Wholeness, Weight loss | Tagged , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Gut Health: What’s Sunshine Got to Do With It

Posted on May 25, 2020 by

“Do not go outside without sunscreen and a big floppy hat to protect your face!” We have been hearing these instructions for years. Watch out for too much sun exposure. While you certainly don’t want to get burned, maybe we’ve … Continue reading →

Posted in Brain health, Cancer, Diabetes, Digestive Health, Fitness, Heart Health, Overall Health and Wholeness, Weight loss | Tagged , , , , , | 8 Comments