The Stress Mess: How It Messes with Your Health

The Stress Mess: How It Messes with Your Health

We all have some level of stress, right? It may be temporary (acute), or long-term (chronic). Acute stress usually won’t mess with your health too much. It is your body’s natural reaction to circumstances, and can even be life-saving. Then, when the “threat” (a.k.a....
Common Weight Loss Myths Busted

Common Weight Loss Myths Busted

Weight loss advice is so common (and contentious) now. There are competing opinions everywhere. I say, forget about “who’s right” and let’s focus on “what’s right.” Because what gets results is what I’m focusing on in...
How Do I Keep My Blood Sugar Stable?

How Do I Keep My Blood Sugar Stable?

Oh, the words “blood sugar.” Does it conjure up visions of restrictive eating, diabetes medications, or insulin injections? Blood sugar is the measure of the amount of sugar in your blood. You need the right balance of sugar in your blood to fuel your...
Cinnamon Apples (blood sugar balancing)

Cinnamon Apples (blood sugar balancing)

Serves 4 2 apples, chopped 1 tbsp coconut oil ½ tsp ground cinnamon ⅛ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp vanilla extract Place chopped apples into a small saucepan with 2 tbsp water. Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally. After about 5 minutes the apples will become...
Sauteed Spinach (Semi-Raw Revolution)

Sauteed Spinach (Semi-Raw Revolution)

Serves 4 2 teaspoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic 1 bag baby spinach leaves 1 dash salt 1 dash black pepper Fresh lemon In a large cast iron pan heat olive oil. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add spinach, salt, pepper and toss with garlic and oil. Cover pan and cook...