The Importance of Gut Health

One of the most important things we can do for our overall health is focus on gut health.  When we talk about the gut we are referring to our intestines. Maintaining our gut health can help with many aspects of our overall well-being including: immunity, weight...
Why we NEED Fat

Why we NEED Fat

I am writing today about one of my favorite subjects….healthy fats!! Hopefully by now you understand that the “fat-free” and “low-fat” mentality that we bought into for years is a thing of the past.  For decades we were told that fat was the enemy and that it was...
Weight and Sleep Patterns

Weight and Sleep Patterns

I hope you’re enjoying the summer.  I certainly am.  It feels great to be back in the swing of things and have the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.  Hopefully you feel the same way and have been able to take advantage of this nice weather and engage in some...
Eating the Rainbow

Eating the Rainbow

 I know it’s time to get back on track in a number of ways, including my eating patterns. Are you feeling the same way? Many of us have fallen off the wagon (yes… me too!!).  During the quarantine, I found myself falling into old eating patterns.  At first, it didn’t...
Snacking Again?

Snacking Again?

Finding yourself snacking yet again? It’s been just over a month now that we’ve been stuck at home. If you are like me or the many people I’ve talked to, you may have found yourself snacking more than usual. While snacking itself isn’t...