I Quit My Job.

business lifestyle mindset May 28, 2018

Today feels a little…weird.

This isn’t something I’ve talked about much, but I’ve had a full time job in a completely unrelated industry (automotive!) for the past 11 years.  I started there part-time as a student, and went full time after I finished university, and I’ve been there ever since. Until this past...

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Top 8 Ways to Regulate Blood Sugar

nutrition Apr 30, 2018

Why Regulate Blood Sugar 

Regulating our blood sugar is important for all of us.  Blood glucose levels reflect our diet and the way we treat our bodies, and impact our mood, mental health, physical capabilities, and are found to correlate with a large number of diseases.

Here are the foods to avoid, and the top 7 ways to...

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5 Things You Don’t Want People to Know About You on Social Media

lifestyle mindset nutrition Apr 18, 2018
Just wanted to pop in with a little dose of encouragement this morning!
 
Honestly, social media has all kinds of positives, but it can bring out the dark side in us too.
 
It’s way too easy to get stuck in scrolling your newsfeed, comparing your life to everyone else and thinking that you aren’t enough.  That your...
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6-Ingredient Paleo, No Added Sugar Peanut Butter Banana Cookies

These are little gems, if I do say so myself!

Sometimes you just want a little treat without extra sugar.  Maybe you’re staying away from sugar for health reasons, or you might just want a little somethin’ without breaking the nutritional bank.  These little cookies are the perfect fit in that case.

I’m in the middle...

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Staying Healthy in Flu Season and 3 Ways to Get Rid of a Cough

lifestyle nutrition Mar 13, 2018

There’s something about this winter season.  Everyone I’ve talked to is either sick, getting over being sick, or has a ton of people in their life that are sick.  And let’s be real, nobody got time for that!

I recently got sick for the first time in years and it has been going on and off for about a month....

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5 Reasons You’re Overeating at Night

lifestyle mindset nutrition Feb 15, 2018

Overeating at night is probably the #1 issue I hear about from clients and anyone asking me about their eating habits.

They can do well all day long, sticking with a very exact meal plan (which I don’t give out, by the way), and then it all falls apart right around bedtime and it can often feel like a mystery and complete failure of...

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A Guide to Gorgeous Skin From the Inside Out

lifestyle nutrition Jan 25, 2018

I usually don’t wear much makeup, but the one beauty trick in any girl’s back pocket is clear skin.  That said, it can be easier said than done.  Many people struggle with skin issues whether it’s acne, breakouts around that time of the month or simply the occasional zit that pops up *specifically* at the worst...

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You Won’t Be Seeing Any Holiday Gift Guides From Me. Here’s Why.

lifestyle mindset Dec 18, 2017

I did a Room To Grow Podcast episode about this too.  Check it out here

I’m not sure if I’m just paying more attention this year, but it seems like every where I turn, someone else is listing their holiday gift guide, and the minimalist in me cringes every time I see another one.

Don’t get me wrong, gift...

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Skin Episode: The Foundations of Getting Glowing, Healthy Skin & Dealing with Eczema, Hormonal Acne & Gut Health

I’ve gotten a lot of requests about how to get that glow when it comes to your skin, and I’ve put together a skin 101 episode for you that will help establish the foundation of how to get great skin.

Plus, I’m sharing how I recently had some eczema appear on my face and cheeks and explaining what I think happened to trigger...

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5 Reasons Why I Recommend Using Protein Powders

lifestyle nutrition Nov 18, 2017

Prefer to learn while you do other things?  For the full discussion on protein powders and supplements including why they might not be the right choice for you, check out this episode of my podcast Fit & Nourished Mind available on iTunesGoogle Play and Stitcher

There can be a lot of controversy on...

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