Your food labels are lying to you. Sorry, it’s true. Foods are packaged and marketed in a way that is designed to tout their most positive qualities, and deliberately downplay or omit information about the many ingredients, additives and preservatives the food industry uses that can sabotage your goals. Because navigating food labels can be so confusing, in our program we ask that clients avoid packaged food completely, with a few approved exceptions. More and more “clean” products are coming to market each day, but until you are fully versed in what can help your health and what can hinder...
I’m excited to leave for Italy in a few weeks, in what promises to be an amazing trip away. That said, I want to enjoy my trip and come back with souvenirs, not a few extra pounds around the middle! So while packing my bags I’ve compiled my top tips for enjoying your vacation without packing on the pounds… Bring food for your room, or find a grocery store. Don’t hit the mini bar, room service or a vending machine. It’s expensive and usually awful for you. Stock your room with a case of water, fresh apples (they travel well),...
A Nightly Checklist for a Healthy Morning We all have rituals and habits that help keep us on track. I’m a morning person, but I like to enjoy my mornings- not rush around feeling swept up in chaos. In order to ensure my morning is productive and not frenetic, I do as much as I possibly can the night before. With a little planning and prep, you can make sure your day is set to be a healthy one! Here’s what I do every night… Set up coffee to be ready for the morning in my Toddy cold brew coffee...