The holidays are filled with delicious drinks — peppermint mochas, mulled cider, sparkling punch, eggnog — and while they’re fun to enjoy, they can be a challenge if you’re living with diabetes or simply looking to cut back on sugar and calories. This week a...
You’ve planned ahead, stocked the pantry, and maybe even tucked a few casseroles in the freezer. Now comes the real challenge — keeping calm once the celebrations begin. From parties, decorating, and shopping to unexpected guests and full calendars, it’s easy to slip from merry...
November marks the beginning of the holiday season — that cozy, colorful stretch between gratitude and celebration. What’s meant to be joyful can sometimes be stressful, with juggling shopping lists, guests, decorating, menus, and endless errands. Here’s the happy news. A little preparation now can...
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah! I wish you continued celebrations with your family and friends during this special season. As we enjoy the rich indulgences of the holidays, winter citrus offers a vibrant way to refresh your body and mood. Packed with immune-boosting vitamin C, fiber,...
Holiday meals are about bringing people together, but when some guests have food sensitivities or allergies, it can feel like a challenge to make everyone feel included. The good news is that with a little creativity and planning, you can serve up dishes that are both...
‘Tis the season of parties, buffets, Christmas cookies and oodles of joyful gatherings that include delicious, even healthy, food. At the same time, there are those who are not eating well for a number of reasons. Whether due to an illness, lack of desire or ability to...
Thanksgiving may have left you feeling a little too much like the stuffed turkey centerpiece. If you’re ready to shake off the sluggishness before more holiday celebrating, a mini reset can help you recharge, rebalance, and feel like yourself again in just a few days. Join me...
Welcome to Winter, which officially kicks off this evening, December 21st at 9:27pm CST. In that moment, we are tilted as far away from the Sun as possible, resulting in the Sun taking its lowest and shortest path through the sky. Winter Solstice. In many cultures, the Winter...
It’s an interesting holiday season. Perhaps part of the reason is because we are experiencing the shortest Advent possible. The latest that the First Sunday of Advent can fall is December 3rd. That’s what happened. If you feel as though you have less time to prepare for Christmas...
Stress management often involves trying to eliminate stressors. John McEnroe, the famous tennis player, often smashed his racket when a match wasn't going his way. Somebody should have told Mr. McEnroe that it wasn’t the tennis racket that was the actual stressor. A healthy lifestyle coach would...