24 Days to a Healthier Happier Christmas
One thing I often hear from clients is how they will choose to not eat or eat very little throughout the day, when they know they have a big event or special meal happening later on that day. I know…
One thing I often hear from clients is how they will choose to not eat or eat very little throughout the day, when they know they have a big event or special meal happening later on that day. I know…
Healthy eating is not just about what you eat; how you eat really matters as well. In our fast paced world it’s so easy to just munch down your food without paying any real attention to what you’re doing. When…
How to eat out and stay healthy? Start by deciding what you really want to eat and not ordering more than need. Eat slowly and savour your food. When full, ask for a “doggie” bag and take the rest home…
There have been many diet fads through the years including the low fat diet and the low carb/high protein diet. The truth is you need a healthy mix of proteins, carbs AND fats in your diet. The trick is to…
In an earlier post I commented that the #1 rule for a healthy diet is to eat food as close to nature as possible and try to avoid foods that are laden with preservatives. Two other types of ingredients that…
Now it can be next too impossible to eat healthy 100% of the time, especially during the Christmas season. If you set your standards too high, you may just become discouraged and give up. Begin by taking a few small…
Food Rule #2: Avoid or reduce foods that are high glycemic such as rice, potatoes, corn, breads, pastas and cereals. These foods spike your blood sugar which causes you to produce too much insulin which in turn drives your blood…
Making healthy food choices is not complicated. If you focus on 2 main “rules”, you will have a healthy diet. Rule #1: Eat food that is close to nature as possible. As a general rule, the closer your food is…
Gaining weight over Christmas is not just about how much you eat and how little you exercise. Yes, those do play a role but there are many other factors to consider. Over the next couple of weeks, I will expand…
Party Tip #5: Make healthier food choices. Need to bring a treat to the party? Veggie plates, fruit platters, cheese/hummus and crackers are all healthier choices. Be cautious with the festive drinks. Most Christmas drinks are heavily calorie laden. For…
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