Have you ever wondered why most diets fail? Perhaps you’ve tried every diet out there, only to be disappointed over and over again. You work so hard, you’re so hungry, and you spend hours in the gym, all for just a few lost pounds. Or, maybe you’ve even gained pounds. It just doesn’t seem fair, […]
Turmeric – Is it Really a Miracle Spice?
Turmeric is a rhizome that grows under the ground like ginger. It has a rich, bright orange color and is used in many foods. Originally used in Southeast Asia, it’s a vital component for traditional curries. You can find dried powdered turmeric in the spice aisle of just about any grocery store. Sometimes they carry […]
Salt: The Delicious Health Buster (And What To Use Instead)
Yes, there are lots of different kinds of salt: pink, iodized, kosher, sea, etc. They come from salt mines in the ground, or from evaporating the water out of salt water. What they all have in common is that infamous mineral that I’m going to talk about below: sodium. In food, salt is used for […]
Coffee – Who Should Drink It And Who Shouldn’t
Coffee is one of those things – you either love it or hate it. You know if you like the taste or not (or if it’s just a reason to drink sugar and cream). You know how it makes you feel (i.e. your gut, your mind, etc.). Not to mention the crazy headlines that […]
Why I Don’t Use Only One Company’s Products Anymore
Every day I see posts on Facebook of friends who have started getting healthy using one specific company’s products and having great success. They’re doing it on their own and crushing it! And I’m so proud of them! But it’s led me to think about what I have to offer that’s different from a certain […]
Who Am I To Teach Someone How To Lose Weight?
I like to say I’m still figuring out what I want to be when I grow up, but I’ve finally found what I’m supposed to do and it’s actually a little scary to put myself out there. You can’t get past 40 years old in this life without experiencing some good and bad life experiences, […]
How Will I Know If I’m Ready?
During a conversation with a potential patient for the medical weight loss center I work for, she asked, “How do I know I’m ready? I’m scared to death, but I need to do something.” I thought that was a great question. Change is hard. Really hard. Your, unhealthy habits are like a well-worn T-shirt that’s […]
RECIPE: Hot Salsa Chicken
I had a few requests for this recipe, so here it is! If you’re the type of person who doesn’t know what to make for dinner, this is one of the easiest, most delicious recipes I’ve found! Only three ingredients, this will give you a great dinner in about 15 minutes. Enjoy! HOT SALSA CHICKEN […]
