Let’s talk portion control…

Let’s talk portion control…

Ounces Cups Scales Points There are a lot of “diet ways” to try to figure out how much you should eat…but most of those methods leave you in a struggle of willpower and trying to be “good.” And inevitably – the being...
Are you afraid of failing with food…again?

Are you afraid of failing with food…again?

Just to be clear from the get-go. I HAVE failed…at about 5200 diets in my life. They were what I called my “Monday diet.” Here’s how it worked… Every Sunday night I would say to myself: “OK, on Monday, I’ll start again. I...
6 Super Easy Summer Recipes

6 Super Easy Summer Recipes

In my kitchen, summer is a time for easy meals. I tend to do more assembling of healthy ingredients than actually full-out baking and cooking. Here are 5 recipes that I whip up in a snap for treats and snacks, and one luscious summer “coffee” drink  that...
Do’s and Don’ts of Detoxing

Do’s and Don’ts of Detoxing

It’s summer and this is the perfect time to step into a detox! The produce is fresh and delicious The weather is warmer It’s a natural time to want to help our body feel more alive! Personally, I LOVE detoxes! I think of them as an update of my...
Ever have trouble putting yourself to bed?

Ever have trouble putting yourself to bed?

Just to be clear from the get-go, this article isn’t about the actual act of falling asleep. For sure – many women have a hard time drifting into slumberland – but this isn’t about that. This isn’t about sleep hygiene: quiet, cool, dark...
5 reasons why women keep self-care a secret

5 reasons why women keep self-care a secret

“I haven’t told my husband what I’m doing” “My friends are telling me I look fantastic, but I’m not letting them know what I’m up to” “I’m keeping it as my secret for now” I’ve heard these...