Health
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Fall Foods That Boost Your Focus And Concentration
Fall is a season of change - cooler weather, shorter days and a shift in our daily routines. As we transition from summer to autumn, it’s important to adjust our habits to keep our brains sharp and healthy. As the temperature drops, our cravings naturally often shift...
5 Research-based Facts You Didn’t Know About Your Brain
The brain has always fascinated us. Scientists are developing a deeper understanding of neural function and health. From old practices like yoga to new supplements called nootropics, there's a lot to learn how to boost brain power. Here are five cool facts about the...
Easy-Peasy Meal Planning with Me
If you’ve already read this article on making meal planning a breeze, you may be familiar with my approach. I thought it would be fun to take this process further and create a mini questionnaire, similar to the one I used to use when I was assisting my clients in meal...
What to Do with Your Greens BEFORE They Wilt in the Fridge
Have you ever bought a big bag or clamshell package of greens, just so you discover it in the back of your fridge one week later, all wilted and sad? Yeah! Me too! Today it’s time to turn this around so we never ever have this happen again. Are you with me? OK then!...
7 Books I Read and Loved This Year
This year I got cozy with quite a few books. Some became fast friends, while others and I had to part ways sooner than expected. Yet, in the midst of my literary adventures, I stumbled upon a few gems that even won over some of my family members, and so this short and...
5 Simple Food Combos to Calm Anxiety and Nourish the Brain
Do you ever find yourself wrestling with anxiety and despite trying various methods like deep breathing, enjoying your favorite music, gentle stretches and staying hydrated, you're still seeking that elusive sense of calm? Well, you might be surprised to learn that...
10 Simple Ways to Eat More Vegetables – Part 2/2
Let’s continue our journey to adding more vegetables in your diet. I hope you enjoyed the first 5 ways to include more vegetables in your meals and are ready for 5 more tips and tricks. 6. Include more vegetables in smoothies Adding vegetables to smoothies is a great...
10 Simple Ways to Eat More Vegetables – Part 1/2
Besides always making sure that my family gets enough protein every day, fruits and veggies are also high on my list. I even taught my kids that when they make their own breakfast, they need to include one type of protein, one veggie and one fruit. What really...
7 Tips to Eating Healthy While Travelling
Before we embark on exciting adventures, breathtaking sights and unforgettable experiences, let's talk about something that's near and dear to my heart (and stomach) – eating healthy while traveling. Whenever my family and I travel (be it on a road trip, train, boat...