Posts Tagged ‘mindfulness’
Mindfulness and Meditation-Do they really work?
Well…yes, they do really work. The fact is, science shows definite health benefits for people who use mindfulness and meditation. Before we dive in, let’s just make sure we’re on the same page when we say “mindfulness” and “meditation.” “Meditation” is the ancient practice of connecting the body and mind to become more self-aware and…
Read MoreYou guessed it – there’s another stress hormone!
Stress eating. Yes, it’s a thing. When you feel stressed, you probably experience one or more of the “fight,” “flight,” or “freeze” reactions. These reactions are related to stress hormones that impact your physical body when your brain feels threatened or challenged. You may have heard of the stress hormones adrenaline and cortisol. But, the…
Read MoreTired of counting calories and obsessing about how much you eat? Consider focusing on this instead!
There is no shortage of health information available on the internet, in the media, and from well-meaning family and friends. But some of that information may be doing you more harm than good. In this post I spill the beans about some common healthy eating myths and what matters just as much or even more…
Read MoreA Blood work road map to your health goals
Here’s exactly how the Metabolic Balance® Diet will get you long term results. Just think about it. What’s the first thing you do when you think that something is wrong with your body? You most likely go to the doctor. And when you do go, they usually recommend blood work to make sure your blood…
Read MoreIf you never overeat at meals (ever!) you’re not going to need these great tips
We all do it. Sometimes the amazing aroma and delicious flavour gets the best of us. Especially if we’re a bit on the hungry (or hangry) side. I’m talking about overeating at meals. This can have a big impact on our weight, energy levels, and overall health and well being. Of course our body needs…
Read MoreMetabolism and Calories-What’s the connection (and do I need to worry about it)? Find our here.
There’s a lot of talk about metabolism but what exactly is metabolism? What’s the connection between metabolism and calories and do I need to worry about it? Do calories really count? Well, yes, they do but they’re not the only thing that matters when it comes to how much you weigh and how much energy…
Read MorePersonalized Nutrition
There’s a lot of talk, and a lot of books out there on personalized nutrition, those foods that contain the right combination and amounts of nutrients designed just for you. Imagine knowing exactly what foods to eat to optimize your health and prevent disease! I haven’t seen one of those diets yet, but there’s plenty of…
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