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Do Better Today. Live Better This Year.
I do not make New Year's Resolutions. I never seem to stick to them, and I don't like to start my year off by letting myself down. Research shows that 70% of these resolutions fail by February so I guess I'm not alone. I've been thinking a lot since the beginning of this year about how to be useful to my current and future clients in a way that brings sustainable and lasting change that they can draw from for the rest of their lives, and that's what this blog is about... m
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Jan 154 min read


Understanding Carbohydrate Intolerance
Carbohydrates are a major part of most diets worldwide, providing energy for daily activities. Despite the common inclusion of all types of carbohydrates within dietary patterns, some people (an estimated 50 million Americans alone) experience discomfort or health issues after consuming certain carbohydrates. This condition, known as carbohydrate intolerance, can affect digestion and overall well-being. Understanding what carbohydrate intolerance is, its symptoms, causes, and
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Nov 17, 20254 min read


Boost Your Health with Polyphenols
Polyphenols are naturally occurring compounds found in plants that deserve our attention due to their numerous health benefits. Known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, polyphenols also protect against chronic diseases like cancer, heart disease, and neurodegenerative disorders. With a wide presence in everyday foods such as fruits, vegetables, and dark chocolate, it's simple to add them to your diet. This blog post will highlight what polyphenols are and
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Oct 17, 20254 min read


Health is Boring, Not Easy
This is a fact. The things that really make a difference in your health are not sparkly, magical, or exciting. They are not expensive,...
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Aug 22, 20252 min read


Where Should I Begin?
The biggest struggle in healthy lifestyle change has to be getting started. It seems like good choices and the right thing to do are...
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Apr 2, 20254 min read


Your Food is Your Business. So is Your Body.
If you have spent any time reading my blog, you may be aware of the fact that I am an advocate of staying out of other people's affairs...
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Mar 4, 20254 min read


Stop Worrying About What Other People Think
With constant noise from social expectations and everyday pressures, anxiety can creep in as we ponder what others might think. I'm sure...
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Jan 9, 20254 min read


The Paradox of Less Doing and More Being
We often find ourselves overwhelmed by an endless list of tasks and obligations. The constant push to accomplish more can leave us...
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Dec 27, 20243 min read


Identifying Your Relationship With Food
Identifying a bad relationship with food is crucial for developing a healthier, happier connection with what we consume. It's about...
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Dec 16, 20244 min read


How to Achieve Your Goals: The Science of Behavior Change
Achieving personal and professional goals can feel like climbing a mountain. Many people set ambitious targets, but they often struggle...
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Dec 3, 20244 min read


How Chronic Stress Contributes to Health Challenges
Stress is a reality we all face. It can come from various sources, such as work demands, relationship challenges, or life changes. While...
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Nov 26, 20244 min read


Individual Variability in Nutrition
Have you ever noticed that what works for someone else's diet doesn’t work for you? You might follow the same meal plan, yet your body...
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Nov 12, 20244 min read


Understanding the Roles of Dietitians, Nutritionists, and Health Coaches: What Sets Them Apart?
In the quest for improved health and well-being, the guidance of professionals like dietitians, nutritionists, and health coaches can be...
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Oct 3, 20242 min read


Beyond Weight Loss - How Sugar Increases Risk of Metabolic Syndrome
The amount of sugar that Americans are eating is unbelievable. The average American consumes 32 teaspoons of added sugar per day. The...
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Aug 23, 20245 min read


What's Your Metabolism Trying to Tell You?
One of the biggest goals I try to teach my clients is to listen to their body. More intuition and less force. This approach helps your...
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May 14, 20242 min read


Heart Disease - Modifiable & Non-Modifiable Risk Factors
The leading cause of death in the United States and in most developed countries is cardiovascular disease (CVD). This includes...
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Apr 19, 20244 min read


Alcohol & Women's Health
Let me begin this post with full disclosure of my own personal bias... I do not drink. Not even a little. Long story short, I had a...
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Apr 4, 20245 min read


Common Weight Loss Mistakes
Weight loss is a priority to almost every person I talk to. It is a huge business and one walk through the grocery store can leave...
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Mar 25, 20243 min read


Benefits of Metabolic Flexibility for Women 40+
Metabolic flexibility is the ability to adapt to conditional changes in metabolic demand by substrate sensing, energy partitioning, and...
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Mar 17, 20242 min read


How Health Coaching Can Facilitate Lasting Change
The secret to personal change? Here it is. To make a change in your life that lasts, the motivation to make the change must come from...
blhealthcoach
Feb 26, 20242 min read
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