1. You can’t out-exercise a bad diet. Read my blog post by the same name here. A study found that hunter-gathers burn the same amount of calories as sedentary Westerners. But you do need to exercise. More on that later… 2. It’s not about eating LESS. Most people need more: more protein, more fiber, and […]
Do you have a problem you need to solve? Grab your journal and follow these 5 steps: O.S.C.A.R. 1. Outcome: What’s the problem? What’s your goal (short-term, long-term, and stretch)? What does success look like? Be specific. 2. Situation: Why is this an issue for you? How is this problem impacting other […]
Ayurveda is the Science of Life. It’s the sister-science to Yoga. Ayurveda is based on the 3 Doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. We each have all 3 Doshas within us. At the time of our birth, one Dosha will be predominant. Throughout our life we can become dominant in a different Dosha. We say that […]
The International Food Information Council defines processing as “any deliberate change in food that occurs before it’s ready to eat.” Processed foods fall on a spectrum from minimally processed to ultra-processed. Basically, if you didn’t pick an apple off a tree or kill a chicken, you’re eating processed foods. 1. Minimally Processed: fresh, frozen, or […]
If you want to eat healthier or lose weight, here are 10 tips that don’t require calorie counting, logging, or tracking. 1. Portion Control. Buy foods in single-serving packages. If you’re buying large packages, portion out single servings in ziploc bags.You can also hack this by using smaller plates, bowls, and utensils. 2. Focus on […]
Do you have the curse of perfectionism? Nobody and nothing is perfect. Perfect is not our aim. Change the meaning of ‘perfect’ to ‘appropriate.’ What’s appropriate for YOU right now? You are exactly where you’re supposed to be. Let go of striving for the unrealistic goal of perfection. Work to be better. There is no […]
Carbohydrates (carbs for short) are composed of carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen. They are one of the 3 macro nutrients (along with protein and fat). Are they bad? Short answer: No No food, or food group, is inherently “good” or “bad.” There are foods that move you closer to your goals and food that don’t. And […]
You can survive 3 weeks without food, 1 week without water, but only 3 minutes without oxygen. You’re asking about nutrition and hydration, but if you’re not breathing properly none of that matters. 2 reasons why we breathe: pH regulation and gas exchange. Breathing is regulated by the brainstem, which also controls blood pressure and […]
Do you have a goal to get more “toned”? What does that mean and what does it take to get there? First, let’s talk about what tone is. Tone is the tension or the “stiffness” a muscle has all the time. Your muscles are slightly active to keep you standing upright. Tone also stores energy […]
If you’re belly isn’t looking the way you’d like it to, here are my best tips for you: 1. Are you bloated? If bloating is an issue, look at your diet. Don’t eat foods that cause bloating. Check out an Anti-Vata diet (Ayurveda) or avoiding FODMAP foods. If bloating is caused by water retention, watch your […]