The question I get asked most often these days is, “Um, so what exactly is a health coach?” Or, I get the look that says, “I have no idea what that is” while the person I’m talking to nods and smiles. A health coach is an advocate for whole-body health. A mentor. She is aContinueContinue reading “Don’t Just Eat Well…Be Well”
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Pillars of Health: Mindfulness
When thinking about what makes someone healthy, many people stop at the blood-brain barrier. Our health gets separated from our mental health somehow in western culture. Mental health has a negative stigma that people tend to avoid or label as woo-woo. Still, it is becoming apparent that we can no longer deny the link betweenContinueContinue reading “Pillars of Health: Mindfulness”
The Pillars of Heath: Sleep
It is no secret that I spend most of my time educating myself about health and wellness. Not only am I very close to a board certification in holistic nutrition, I also spend quite a lot of time reading books, blogs, journals, and articles, listening to podcasts, Ted talks, and lectures, and watching interviews andContinueContinue reading “The Pillars of Heath: Sleep”
Intermittent Fasting 101
Fasting has been a part of life for centuries. People have historically undertaken fasts at different times of the year or at certain phases of their lives, usually for religious purposes. It has traditionally been used for cleansing and purifying in preparation for an important holy day, such as during Lent, Ramadan, and Yom Kippur.ContinueContinue reading “Intermittent Fasting 101”
Today, Focus on Love
As I’m writing this, it is early morning on Valentine’s Day. I’m thinking about ways to express love. Traditionally, of course, Valentine’s Day is about showing love to others, but I want you to think a little differently. Yes, show those around you how much you love them, but I want you to show yourselfContinueContinue reading “Today, Focus on Love”
Basic Nutrition 605 