Did you know that there is a difference between serving size and portion size? We often confuse the two which can be a problem. Losing weight and staying healthy is about what and how much we are eating. Let’s dive a little into the difference and discuss how you can make healthy portion size choices.
Do you want to lose weight but are not sure where to begin? In today’s world, there are new “diets” or “fasting programs” coming out every day, so it can be overwhelming. You can’t decide which one will be best for you or you start one but soon find yourself falling back into the old habits. I have learned that there is no “diet” that is perfect for everyone. Our bodies are different so therefore our nutritional needs are different as well. Choosing a healthy weight loss program is the first step in your new journey. Below are 5 tips to choose a safe weight loss program
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Sometimes eating healthy can seem overwhelming with all the information out there, but it doesn’t have to. It can be easy to start incorporating small routines to get yourself on the right track to a healthy lifestyle. As a Holistic Health Coach, I have put together some helpful tips for eating healthy.
Top Foods that may help with Endo BellyHaving a healthy gut is important for our overall health. Healing your gut helps your body maintain a strong immune system. When we are dealing with Endometriosis, this is especially important. Endometriosis can cause digestive issues such as bloating, diarrhea, constipation, gas, and much more. Making sure that we are doing what we can to keep our digestive tract healthy, may help with these symptoms. Since I battle with this myself, I set out to find some of the top foods that may help with Endo Belly.
This is my favorite time of year, the sun is shining, days are longer and everything is in full swing. It is also when I look forward to going out for a beautiful dinner on the water and kicking back. Living my healthy lifestyle doesn’t mean that I can’t enjoy a good dinner or dessert. I follow the 80/20 rule, which means that 80% of the time I follow a clean, healthy regimen but sometimes my body has cravings… this is where that 20% comes in. I don’t believe in neglecting yourself a slice of cake, a summer cocktail or your favorite meal as long as you return back to your healthy habits after. Eating out can be tricky sometimes; everything looks so yummy that we forget that it might be high in calories. I have composed a little cheat sheet to help you get through the tough choices on those fancy menus.
Benefits of Magnesium and Women’s HealthI am sure you have heard of Magnesium but do you know the benefits of magnesium and women’s health. Magnesium performs over 300 essential functions in our bodies.
What is Magnesium?
Magnesium is a mineral that every organ in the body needs especially our kidneys, muscles, and heart. It helps in regulating muscle/nerve function, building protein, bone, and DNA. Magnesium also helps with controlling blood sugars and blood pressure. Magnesium has been shown to help with PMS, irritability, low moods, cramps, premenstrual migraines, constipation, depression, breast tenderness, sugar cravings, and bloating.