…They have the “M-myth” in common: “If only I could have MORE I’d be happy.” Sure about that? Excess spending is similar to excess calories: it’s getting more than you need at a cost. What if balance and moderation is possible on both…leading to enjoying each to the fullest? I listened to a podcast while […]
Okay, but what CAN you do?
Often people come up to me after a speaking engagement and share enthusiastically about how the presentation motivated them to make positive changes for their health. But, there are always a few folks whose comments indicate the need for a mindset adjustment towards more of a “can-do” attitude. Similar to seeing this glass either half-empty […]
My first 7 “Tips of the Week”
When I started doing my Tips of the Week, I polled everyone on Facebook and in my text group to see what they wanted to learn more about related to wellness and entrepreneurship. I received requests about quick meal prep, what to prioritize, smart snacking, work-life balance, book-writing and overall wellness. So, here goes! These are […]
Holidays: should you rest or progress?
Rest and progress (both as verbs) can be used in the same sentence, actually. On some accounts it’s either/or, but not always. Rest is needed, but resting from progressing altogether could be dangerous when it comes to your wellness. I’m not saying leaps and bounds must be taken all the time – there are weeks that […]
Mealtime Tips for Moms (from Dietitian-Moms)
This mom’s crew is a hungry, rowdy bunch (Elita is 8, Austin is 11 and Thomas is 14), but the 5 of us do our best to ring the dinner bell and sit around the dinner table most nights of the week…sometimes quite early and other times we have a hearty afternoon snack and a quick dinner […]
How does your garden grow?
I’ve been planting a summer vegetable garden for a handful of years now, but I get newbie nerves every time because I realize how little I know. Every Spring I feel like a rookie again and keep wishing I could find a green-thumbed mentor to drop by weekly, because oh how I hate to learn […]
Caffeine-induced “energy”
If there is one thing I have learned as a dietitian over the past 2 decades, it’s to tread carefully when addressing coffee with clients…Those who know me know I talk way too fast and move way too much to incorporate caffeine myself. So, as a naturally-caffeinated person, I remind myself: ”whatever you do, don’t mess […]
What about eggs?
Since eggs have been a tasty, inexpensive staple in homes over the years, and have also been a nutritional topic of debate for decades because of their cholesterol-rich yolks, let’s dive into the details. Egg facts: eggs are one of the least expensive protein sources available (about 15 cents per egg which contains about six […]
A table for TWO in 10
Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether dining with a date or friends tonight, or waiting until the weekend (like me), it’s nice to have something memorable on special occasions. Last night we had this dinner at our house with our children, since I knew we’d be busy tonight as a family — it literally takes about 10 minutes! Our kids […]
The “What ifs” of the Girls in the Gym
I wake up and I weigh. Then I measure and I eat. I hit the gym and count my steps – I live by this spreadsheet. What if there is more to life Than trackers, and calories to crunch? What if wellness means I’m balanced – Content in my skin and I truly enjoy lunch? What if carbs […]