Ditch The Diet! 3 Tips To Help You Make Changes That Last!

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Are you trying to lose weight but are unsuccessful? Do you feel like you are always “on a diet?” If this is you, keep reading! In this blog post, we will provide you with some tips to ditch the diet and focus on making changes that will help you maintain the weight loss you are […]

3 Tips To Avoid The All Or Nothing Mentality When It Comes To Your Nutrition Goals!

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A winning mindset can have a very positive impact on your life, and well being. It involves developing certain attitudes, beliefs, and habits that can help you approach challenges, setbacks, and goals with a positive and determined mindset. But the opposite is true for many people. Negative self talk, and low self esteem plague our […]

Part 2: Movement & Mental Health

May is Mental Health Month and we are currently in a series on how nutrition, exercise and sleep influence mental health.  Exercise plays a crucial role in maintaining and improving mental health. Engaging in regular physical activity has been shown to have numerous positive effects on mental well-being. Here are some ways in which exercise […]

Food, Mood & Your Mental Health – Part 1

The connection between what we eat and our mental health is undeniable.  What we eat influences our feelings, energy levels, brain chemistry, and cognitive function.  Part 1 of our Mental Health series discusses the foods we eat, our mental health, and mental illness. Whole Foods-Based Diet By consuming a variety of whole foods, you will […]

Overcoming Stress & Boredom Eating

Do you grab salty or sweet snacks when you are stressed? Do you tend to wander into the kitchen when you are bored?    According to Mintel research, twenty-five percent of Americans snack because they are bored, and sixteen percent of people snack because they are stressed.    Twenty-seven percent of adults say they eat to manage […]

The Best of 2019: New Foods and Healthy Recipes

Can you believe it’s almost 2020? We have tried so many new recipes and foods this year and wanted to remind you of some of our favorites. We are not sponsored or paid by these companies, we just think they taste great and are top-notch in terms of quality! We also released dozens of recipes […]

How to Have Your Comfort Food & Eat it, Too

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Healthy comfort food can be just as satisfying as the traditional fare you favor. First, learn how to curb cravings. Then, you’ll be ready to try these four comfort food tricks.