Last week, I wrote about 5 ways to be a little healthier in your life. One of the tips I offered was to add more vegetables to your life. A plant-based diet is one of the best ways to improve your overall health. Below are some ideas about ways to amp up your vegetable consumption. […]
5 Ideas to Improve Your Health
As the corona virus pandemic drags on, many of us are wondering how to improve or maintain vibrant health. Over the months that we have been socially distancing, clients have been lamenting their dwindling commitment to ensuring their best health. Below are some easily implemented ideas to rediscover an energetic, enthusiastic you. Eat more veggies: […]
Focus on Fiber
I have noticed in my time writing this blog that almost every time I focus on a healthy food, it boasts having a big dose of fiber. Fiber is a necessary component of a complete diet. The term refers to the edible part of plants that is not easily digested by the body. Fiber is […]
5 Easy Tips to Improve Your Diet
Many of us are using this time of physical distancing to practice some form of self-improvement. I have heard of people tackling a new language, trying new recipes or picking up a new hobby. While this is a time of great anxiety and stress for most of us, it could also be the perfect time […]
Protecting Your Immune System
Last week I talked about foods to include to protect your immune system. This week I want to talk about some actions we can take to stay healthy and sane during this time of quarantine. This time is most likely going to be challenging for most of us. Our activities and interactions with others have been severely […]
Thanksgiving Survival
Thanksgiving is less than a week away and while many people look forward to the holidays and all they bring, others find the holidays stressful and overwhelming. Many lament the disruption to their routines and all the temptations that come with this time of year. If you are in the camp that becomes overwhelmed by all the […]
Amp Up Your Health
Amp up Your Health Clients frequently ask me for a down and dirty guide to helping improve their overall health. And while there are many factors I think they could focus on, in my opinion, the following five factors are the most important. Vegetables and Fruits: Remember the old adage of eating the rainbow. Fill […]
The Mediterranean Diet
Clients often come to me looking for the “magic bullet” for health and fitness. While I like to remind them that no one diet is perfect for everyone, diets that focus on nutrient dense, fresh whole foods are typically the healthiest and most easily sustainable. One eating style that has received a great deal of […]
Making Healthy Weeknight Dinner Easier
For many of my clients getting dinner on the table after a long day at work or wrangling kids seems like an impossible task. However, I have found with a little forethought and work on the weekends, a healthy, tasty dinner Monday through Friday is possible. Plan Ahead: On the weekends, think about what is […]
Protein Power
Proteins are the building blocks of our bodies. We need to consume protein on a regular basis to build muscle, skin, hair and nails. We also use protein to form hormones and the immune system, digestive system and blood all rely on proteins to function properly. When you eat protein, your body breaks it down […]
Tips to Avoid Overeating in the Holidays
Last week we talked about moderating alcohol consumption in the holiday season. Unfortunately, along with alcohol, many people struggle with limiting their food intake in this season of good times. Some simple tips can help you stay focused on your health and goals so the transition into the New Year is a smooth one. Moderate […]
3 Nutrition No-No’s
Recently a client of the Refinery asked me for my three biggest nutrition “don’ts”. I rarely liked to talk about what not to do because I like to focus on framing change in a more positive way but the question did get me thinking about where I feel is most important to concentrate my attention […]
