We’re not supposed to call them “bad foods”

If you equate eating bad foods with being “bad,” that’s a problem. Whether or not you eat certain foods has no bearing on you as a moral person.  But let’s be honest. There are foods that are bad for us! Why can we call cigarettes bad without thinking someone who smokes is bad, but we … Read more

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Have your healthy eating habits gotten a bit sloppy?

Ever been in a groove of healthy eating habits when suddenly you look up and you’re veering off track? A snack-size Snickers here, a couple of Red Vines there. A bit more wine won’t hurt.  Maybe you’ve gained back a few pounds. Or halted your progress.  And if this happens you may tell yourself that … Read more

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The key to stop self-sabotage so you can have the body you want

I wrote recently about the lens we all see things through like, “a meal isn’t complete without a little something sweet.” That Personal Paradigm of self-sabotage can also be turned inward, taking on a different level of meaning when you gain awareness of the thoughts you have about yourself. Here are the top 5 damaging ones … Read more

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"I eat a pound of bacon a day!"

My friend met a guy at the gym who told her he was once morbidly obese and lost the weight by eating mostly meat and now eats a pound of bacon per day. When my friend asked him about things like vegetables he declared that we can get by … Read more

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The Great “Old Dog – New Tricks” Hoax

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5 tips to enjoy a REAL vacation, keep healthy, and return refreshed and ready to go!

Do you maintain your healthy habits while on vacation? And once home, are you rejuvenated and ready to get right back into your routine? If you winced even slightly at these questions, take heart. It can be done! And not with deprivation and rigid exercise. You can have a … Read more

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