Posts Tagged ‘health’
The Hidden Danger of Meditation
Did I catch your attention? Ok, good. You may have heard somewhere that meditation is good for you. In fact, more and more research is suggesting that meditation can reduce stress, improve cognition, and even combat physical illness. While these studies are all valid, I am here to play the devil’s advocate. Please note, if…
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Weight loss revealed: It’s not about diet, and it’s not about exercise.
Yeah, you heard it. Why would you listen to anything I have to say, anyway? I don’t have my doctorate nor am I a bio-chemist. Yes, I do have some credentials in holistic health however the internet is completely saturated with this type of information. So why would you believe anything I say? Let me…
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The Real Reason Your Health Coach Can’t Do Anything For You
Sadly, I’ve never played a sport (does yoga count?). Regardless, I have observed many games and can confidently say I understand the general dynamic in the world of an athlete… There is a coach and there are players. The role of the coach is to guide the players on effective techniques so they have a…
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Food, Stress and the Body {PODCAST}
Let’s talk about stress. Actually, who’s not talking about being stressed? Person 1: ‘How are you?’ Person 2: ‘Ugh, so stressed. So busy.’ It seems like the norm. Sadly. We are subconsciously strengthening and perpetuating that anxiety every time we accept it as our own. If we desire to be truly healthy, we must seek…
Read MoreYou Chew, You Lose
Don’t be mistaken! Losing can be a good thing, especially when it comes to losing weight. Did you know that conscious eating can result in healthy weight loss? If you feel bloated, heavy, or sluggish after eating and switching to healthier foods is still not helping as you thought it would, it could benefit you…
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The Real Reason You’re Sabotaging Your Health
Self sabotage. The ultimate paradox. It’s a topic far too often discussed with not only my personal health coaching clients but with friends, colleagues, and even strangers. It seems as if not living up to our own standards is some sort of accepted norm. Disappointing ourselves seems to be the trend. The other day, one…
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Mushroom Flax Taco Dinner {RECIPE}
Mexican food does not have to be unhealthy! In fact, it can be uber good for you if you make it like this. Give your body what it needs by substituting meat with portobello mushrooms. Skip the cheese and opt for ripe sea-salted avocado cream instead! All it requires is thinking outside the box and…
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5 Signs Eating Healthy is Ruining Your Health
Despite our efforts to maintain a balanced diet, food is only one of many contributing factors to our overall health. In fact, recent studies reveal that stress is the number one cause for physical disease. That means that our minds can create physical ailments. It’s critical to understand this, especially when it comes to the…
Read MoreComplaSENSE
For nearly nine years, I have identified myself as a yoga teacher and health coach. Those were my official credentials, and I felt comfortable in teaching yoga and nutrition. I’ve plenty of personal experience in both, having completely transformed my relationship with my body through yoga and having healed myself of orthorexia through mindful and…
Read MoreKitchari Recipe
Although kitchari may not be a staple meal in many Western households, it holds meaning and significance in Ayurvedic and Indian cooking. Kitchari is a porridge like concoction of mung beans and rice, mindfully mixed with detoxifying herbs and spices. It is traditionally used for cleansing and spiritual practices due to its simple and health…
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