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Losing weight and keeping it off is easy, said nobody, ever. Whether you’re just trying to shed a few stubborn pounds or have a lot of weight to lose, it can be a hard thing.

It's Friday, and that means many of us will  most likely be dining out at some point over the weekend.  I think most people fall into 3 different ...

There's truth to the adage “you are what you eat.” It's especially relevant when managing inflammation and reducing swelling in your joints. While ...

Cravings mean that the body is missing something. It’s normally caused by a lack of nutrients in the body, but it can also be for emotional reasons. The key to reducing sugar cravings is to focus on having a healthy diet by adding real, wholesome foods to it. Here are 20 tips to help you ditch the sugar cravings for good. #sugaraddiction #sugarcravings 

  I recently asked my clients how they were doing with their sugar consumption and most of them thought they were doing pretty well. While they may...

10 Health Risks of Eating too much Sugar. I've talked about the health risks of consuming too much sugar before, but I think this is such an impo...

  One of the big buzz words/concepts circulating in the fitness industry right now is Intermittent Fasting. It’s a practice that has been around s...

It's February and while  we usually associate February with Valentine’s Day and showing love to our significant others,  this month is a great time to initiate some self love practices that will help nourish your mind, body and soul n...

I’m not one to crave junk food, but there is one thing that always gets me. That stinkin’ Hot sign at Krispy Kreme.  Dang, those original glazed doughnuts are sooooo good when they are hot. While they may taste good at the moment, I know that the euphoria is short-lived as all that processed sugar is the root of much evil!!! The pain, inflammation and bloating that result should be enough to keep me away. Fortunately, I don’t eat them but 2-3 times a year, and when I do, I enjoy every bite.

That said, I know that there are others who like their sweets, so I’m always looking for healthy swaps that taste delicious without all the harmful side effects.  These blueberry doughnuts are soooooooo good and the glaze on top is pretty dreams. The best part? They are made with all clean unprocessed ingredients.  

When the cold weather sets in, going to the gym and staying healthy can be tough. I love my daily dose of sunshine, and when we get a week or more of consecutive gray skies and cold temps, getting motivated to move can be a challenge. Fortunately, this Georgia girl gets glimpses of sun throughout the winter,

"A woman who lives with the stress of an overwhelmed schedule will often ache with the sadness of an underwhelmed soul"

 

It seems like everywhere we turn, someone we know is fighting the flu. Flu season is definitely here in a BIG WAY and if you aren't taking care of your immune system, you may find yourself in bed for days. With a little intention, you can avoid sick days and keep your best foot forward. All you need to do is stock up on and consume the right super foods to keep your body healthy.