With Valentine’s Day right around the corner I thought it is be the perfect time to address the subject of libido, which most people do not openly discuss with others. Being a holistic health counselor means I discuss many aspects of my clients lives, including…. yes, you guessed it, their ... Views: 1207
You probably have heard the expression “you are what you eat” before. Have you ever stopped to think about what this phrase really means? The food we eat provides the necessary fuel for all of our bodily processes. If we want our cars to run at their optimum levels we need to put the best ... Views: 1180
Healthy Snacks for the Office
The key to healthy eating is to make sure we eat several meals and snacks throughout the day. This ensures our metabolism is going strong and our blood sugar and energy levels remain stable, preventing us from overeating.
We usually eat lunch around noon, ... Views: 1265
Have a Loving Relationship with Food
Food is one of life’s pleasures. It is a way we take care of ourselves, so we should have a loving relationship with it. Think of pleasure as a process. The anticipation of eating, the actual eating and the way you feel afterwards are all important. To ... Views: 1091
We have been hearing so much lately about going local, whether it is a community supported agriculture (CSA) farm or a farmer’s market. I thought it would be beneficial to write about the different reasons to give local a chance.
If you cannot commit to a CSA, farmer’s markets, farm stands ... Views: 1121
The Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Agriculture single out whole-grain foods, recommending that half of one’s daily food grain servings should be whole grain.
What is a whole-grain? A whole grain is just that, the whole kernel of the wheat, rye, oat, barley, ... Views: 1239
My clients and friends always ask me how I live a healthy lifestyle on a regular basis. My first response is that it is EASY. There are so many wonderful foods out there that are nutritious and taste great, besides fruits and vegetables. I like variety in my diet, including a ”treat” every ... Views: 1034
Whether you are at the office, in the car or at the movies there are many ways to still eat healthy.
At the office: stock up your office refrigerator with healthy snacks; low-fat hummus, all-natural peanut butter, low-fat cheese, pre-cut vegetables or fruit. Try and prepare snacks or meals ... Views: 1433