I'm a total lightweight when it comes to alcohol.
I've always had a super low tolerance (which has gotten even lower with age) and these days I rarely drink at all.
Even at the height of my high school and college "partying" days, I physically could not consume more than 2 drinks in an entire night, no matter how hard I tried. However, I didn't let this deter me from going out and being social.
Read MoreNatural. Organic. Juice Bar.
These words were prominently displayed outside the cafe I used to work at. The menu contained an abundance of gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options which appealed to both health conscious customers and those who had specific dietary preferences.
The majority of the menu consisted of healthy options like salads, vegetable dishes, and clean animal protein.
But it also consisted of an array of "I'm going to feel disgusting afterwards" indulgences, such as massive slices of cheesy lasagna, sugary milkshakes, and the biggest cupcakes I've ever seen.
Read MoreIf you have a tendency to stray from your usual healthy routine during holidays or at social gatherings, you're not alone.
Many of us use these occasions as an excuse to overindulge and while some are able to get back on track right away, others find that their eating habits spiral out of control for the next few days or even weeks afterward.
Below are 10 tips to help you stay on track this Fourth of July weekend if you're going to a BBQ or some other festive gathering.
Read MoreIf you're a fast eater and you are carrying around excess weight and/or you experience digestive upset after eating (you know those sexy symptoms like gas, bloating, stomachaches, constipation, heartburn, etc.), keep reading because you will definitely benefit from slowing down.
Read MoreA few weeks ago I was craving a cupcake. In a BIG way. Specifically a vegan, gluten-free, pineapple carrot spice cupcake (which is gigantic enough to satisfy the cravings of at least four people) from one of my favorite cafes.
I didn’t give in, but I thought about that cupcake for about 5 hours.
Read MoreToday I want to talk to you about one of my favorite topics: The Acid/Alkaline Balance.
A few years ago, I had no idea what the heck that was (sounds way too much like science class...not my favorite) but once I learned more, it was a real game changer for me. The way I looked at my diet and lifestyle completely transformed and I was able to understand what my body needed to heal and how to work with it in order to get healthy.
Read MoreA couple of weeks ago, I attended a fabulous dinner party for my friend's birthday. My friend's husband and step-dad prepared an incredible 5 course Italian meal for the birthday girl and 10 of her closest friends. Prior to the party I admit that I was feeling a bit anxious. Not only did "5 course meal" sound daunting, but I suspected that a lot of dishes would contain gluten and dairy, neither of which I eat very much of. I couldn't help but notice that several hours before the meal, I was already mentally preparing myself for feeling gross afterward.
Read MoreYou may have noticed that "gluten-free" has become quite the buzz word lately. Maybe you've seen gluten-free products pop up on the shelves at the grocery store, gluten-free items listed on restaurant menus, or maybe someone you know has told you that they're on a gluten-free diet. But are you still confused about what gluten is and why it's such a big deal? Are you wondering if you should avoid it too?
Read MoreDo you find that after you come home from a business trip or a vacation, your pants feel a wee bit snug compared to when you left? Do you find it difficult to stay on track with your healthy habits when you're on the road?
If you're a frequent traveler, check out my top 5 suggestions for preventing or minimizing the expansion of your waistline while you're away from home.
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