Many women shy away from strength training and tend to prioritize doing hours of cardio. Some cardio has its benefits but strength training hands down has the most benefits especially when a woman is over 40 and wants to lose...
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Frozen Chocolate Shake
Sometimes you just need something sweet, cold, and indulgent — but still healthy. That’s where my Frozen Chocolate Shake comes in. Creamy, chocolatey, and totally satisfying, it’s the perfect treat for when a sweet tooth strikes. Quick to make and...
The Importance of Sleep for Weight Management & Longevity
As adults, we need about seven to nine hours of sleep each night. Unfortunately, 35.2% of Americans say they sleep fewer than seven hours a night. Not many people realize that neglecting to get enough sleep could hurt their weight...
For Those Busy Times: 6 Tips on How to Eat Healthy Without Cooking
Many people cite the need to cook regularly as a major hurdle. This can prevent them from sticking to a plant to lose weight but as well even after losing weight it can interfere with being able to maintain their...
Compassionate Curiosity to Rewire Cravings
It is inevitable that there will be temporary setbacks when people are trying to lose weight. These setbacks can be a temporary hiccup along the way to reaching the final goal or these setbacks can completely derail a person's progress....
Top 8 Tips to Avoid Late Night Snacking
Did you know that there’s an obesity crisis in North America? The many different causes of obesity, some having to do with hormonal and metabolic issues which I see a lot of with many people I have worked with over...
Conscious Meals: How to Practice Mindful Eating For Long Term Sustainable Habits
Being mindful and gently focusing on the present can be more difficult than you might think. Our society is constantly on the go, which can be great if you need to get things done quickly, but it can also make...
The Colourful Path to Fat Burn, Better Health, and Lasting Weight Loss
June is a time to celebrate pride, diversity, and inclusion—and there’s no better time to highlight the powerful health benefits of embracing diversity in your diet too. That’s right. I’m talking about eating from the rainbow. In every one of...
5 Telltale Signs You Have a Slow Metabolism (and How to Speed It Up!)
Everyone has a friend or family member born with a naturally high metabolism. They can eat what they like, do mild exercise, and stay fit and healthy. But for the rest of us, weight loss can be extremely hard, especially...
Healthy Weight Loss: It’s About More Than Just the Scale
When we talk about weight loss, the first thing that usually comes to mind is the number on the scale. But healthy weight loss goes far beyond that. It's not just about dropping pounds—it's about losing fat while preserving and...