When you boil it all down, getting fit is really very simple. Here’s the secret: Create a habit that leads you in the direction of improving your health and fitness level. Once you master it, add another one. Repeat. Continually. Creating—and maintaining—your unique health and fitness program is a...
As I was making a batch of gluten free chocolate chip cookies, I caught myself swiping my finger along the inside of the bowl. I then proceeded to lick the raw dough from my finger. (Caution: DO NOT EAT RAW COOKIE DOUGH!) Not long ago, I had...
Welcome to May, the month of lilacs, celebrating mom, and getting out the summer wardrobe. If the mention of summer wardrobe makes you break out in a sweat, relax. We’ve got this! I have a simple solution to help you gain confidence and improve your self-control for...
I find the recent arrival of spring weather to be motivating. For example, my “To Do” list includes, and is not limited to: Clear away fall leaves that keep appearing in the tulip beds Prepare my vegetable garden for planting Toss some pansies into a planter ...
About two decades or so ago, a construction worker appeared at my pharmacy consultation window looking for advice. He needed help falling asleep, and he was looking for it in the form of a drug. I walked around to the front of the pharmacy, as I...
As I mentioned last week, I had to put together some serious snacks to get me through a busy weekend. I was highly successful! Here’s what I packed in my GIGANTIC snack bag to keep my energy high and my taste buds happy. *Homemade trail mix: In...
As many of you know, I am not a cauliflower fan, even though I’m fond of most other vegetables. I’ve been challenged by lots of you on various ways to try it, to the point where you’ve taken on a competitive nature. It’s rather entertaining. WHO will...
In the course of your day, what makes you happy, brings up your energy, and makes you feel truly alive? What lights you up? Did a number of things come to mind? Or are you still trying to think of something? If you’re like me, food plays a...
I recently took the plunge and bought The Instant Pot. I’m not what I would consider a gadget junkie, however when I learned the ease with which I could make (AND PEEL) hard boiled eggs, I decided it was worth the investment. Peeling hard boiled eggs...
“I’m too busy to plan healthy meals, let alone prepare them.” “I don’t have time to eat vegetables.” “I love food too much to diet.” “My life is crazy and it’s easier to eat drive-thru.” If any of these sound familiar, or you could use some support around eating...