So you want to feel great... so you're trying to eat healthy. You heard "everything in moderation." So you tried that... But your results haven't changed much, if at all... Sound familiar? I get it. I've been there. My girls have been there. And for the most part, we've seen that in order to cross theContinue reading "6 Ways to Get FREE Game-Changing Wellness Wisdom"
4 Top Tips to Prep for a Healthy-ish July 4
Brownies and burgers and booze, oh my! Of course July 4 should be FUN! But does FUN always have to involve way overdoing it on junk and feeling below par mentally & physically for the next 2 to 3 days? ...if that's what fun is for you, that's cool! you can skip this post 😉Continue reading "4 Top Tips to Prep for a Healthy-ish July 4"
Make this 1 Specific Mindset Shift to Stick to Your Health Goals
Ever feel like a victim when you're trying to eat healthier? Use this one word to change the game. Let's say you made the decision to cut something out from your typical diet... Gluten? Added sugar? Booze? Dairy? So many options when it comes down to what's irritating you or bringing you down. Now, imagineContinue reading "Make this 1 Specific Mindset Shift to Stick to Your Health Goals"
INTRODUCING MY NEW ECOURSE FOR HEALTH SEEKERS: MANAGE MINDLESS EATING METHOD!
Hey friends! If you subscribe to WholeHardy Health elsewhere, then you may have already heard about the Manage Mindless Eating eCourse + Group Coaching Program — woohoo! Either way, I wanted to formally introduce it to you all here on the blog. I’m really excited about this, y’all! Back when I was trying to decide what kindContinue reading "INTRODUCING MY NEW ECOURSE FOR HEALTH SEEKERS: MANAGE MINDLESS EATING METHOD!"
How to Save a Diet Fail: What to Do When You Fall Off Your Chosen Meal Plan
Have you ever committed to a meal plan, but fell off track because of habits, temptation or victim mentality, then didn't know what to do next? Join the club. Here's how to SAVE your healthy lifestyle efforts. Many of us have been here: We find a meal plan, diet book or nutrition program.Start on aContinue reading "How to Save a Diet Fail: What to Do When You Fall Off Your Chosen Meal Plan"
Mindless Eating: Why You Can’t Stop Eating Sugar, Gluten, Salt and Other Addictive Foods
Stalled in your health goals? Acknowledge the foods & drinks that take you off the rails. As a Duke-trained, professional Integrative Health & Wellness Coach with Functional Nutrition training, not only do I recommend becoming more mindful of WHAT you eat, but also HOW & WHY you eat. It's all part of my free ManageContinue reading "Mindless Eating: Why You Can’t Stop Eating Sugar, Gluten, Salt and Other Addictive Foods"
How to Practice Mindful Eating by Considering WHEN (Not What) You Eat
Maybe you plan your meals, but what's happening in between them? If you keep a mental or written note on what you plan to eat each day, well played! You're preparing your army in the Game of Health (GoT, anyone?) However ... life often throws us curveballs, like donuts, or dragons... All too often, we've trained ourselves toContinue reading "How to Practice Mindful Eating by Considering WHEN (Not What) You Eat"
Science suggests spreading meals 6 hours apart is key to fat burn and weight loss
When it comes to nutrition, yes, WHAT you eat is key. But going cold turkey & completely overhauling your food choices DOESN'T GUARANTEE FAT BURN AND WEIGHT LOSS. In my trainings at Duke Integrative Medicine as a professional integrative health & wellness coach, and in my Functional Nutrition trainings as well, I've learned some keyContinue reading "Science suggests spreading meals 6 hours apart is key to fat burn and weight loss"
7-Day Spring Health Challenge: Get Science-Backed Tips to Pinpoint Your Health & Wellness Struggle Zones
The 7-Day Health Challenge gives you NEW mindset hacks to pinpoint your health & wellness Struggle Zones It's heeeere. The first day of spring has come & gone and APRIL is mere DAYS away!! Some of you have been on spring break, and while you may not have vacationed, you might still be in #VacationMode with your usual healthyContinue reading "7-Day Spring Health Challenge: Get Science-Backed Tips to Pinpoint Your Health & Wellness Struggle Zones"
The Surprising Secret to Living Longer and Being Happier. Spoiler: It has Nothing to do with Nutrition, Exercise or Meditation.
This Harvard Study of nearly 80 years proves that joining & cultivating a supportive community helps us live longer & be happier. I'm gonna kick it off like this: “The surprising finding is that our relationships and how happy we are in our relationships has a powerful influence on our health,” said Robert Waldinger, directorContinue reading "The Surprising Secret to Living Longer and Being Happier. Spoiler: It has Nothing to do with Nutrition, Exercise or Meditation."
How Stress Makes You Fat: 5 Ways to Strengthen Your Mind-Body Connection and Slim Down in the Process
Our thought patterns & emotions deeply impact nearly every illness we can get - from arthritis to headaches, from the common cold to cancer. What does this mean? That our mind, brain and body are all chattin' it up with each other all. the. time. What's more? You can help these major pieces of whoContinue reading "How Stress Makes You Fat: 5 Ways to Strengthen Your Mind-Body Connection and Slim Down in the Process"
What’s the Difference Between Mindfulness and Meditation and What Are the Benefits?
So you've probably heard the news: Mindfulness and Meditation are the new "it" couple They do ok on their own, but together, they make life oh so sweet ... for both themselves, and everyone around them. Maybe you've tried to be more "mindful" but it only lasted a few seconds and then you stubbed yourContinue reading "What’s the Difference Between Mindfulness and Meditation and What Are the Benefits?"
8 Tricks to Workout Even When You’re Not Motivated
We've all been there. We're tired, busy, cozy, hungover and just don't feel like working out. Of course, you don't have to workout every single day of your life, but when you're striving for a thriving healthy lifestyle, you gotta be consistent about your fitness routine, sis. And if & when life gets in theContinue reading "8 Tricks to Workout Even When You’re Not Motivated"
8 Tricks to Eat Healthy Even When You’re Not Motivated
You know the basics: A forkful of salad is healthier than a mouthful pizza. Get your hand out of the late night Doritos bag and onto a warm mug of herbal tea instead. Blah Blah Blah, right? But what if you just don't care about the repercussions in that moment? What if you're sick ofContinue reading "8 Tricks to Eat Healthy Even When You’re Not Motivated"
Overcome Your Most Frustrating Health Challenges with this 5 Step Blueprint to Reaching Your Biggest, Boldest Health Goals
Defeat that villain inside you that's killing your healthy vibe! Here's how to slay it & thrive in health for the long haul. Tight on time? Tap here to watch the video instead of reading the blog & tap here for your free download of the 5 Step Blueprint! If you’re sick of starting a new nutrition or fitnessContinue reading "Overcome Your Most Frustrating Health Challenges with this 5 Step Blueprint to Reaching Your Biggest, Boldest Health Goals"