Counting Calories – yes or no?

Do you believe counting calories is useful for weight loss?  Do you plan your meals with calories in mind?  You are probably wasting your time. Do you count your calories? I ask you from the bottom of my heart: Please do not waste time or energy counting calories.  It does not work. It is annoying.…

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Do you believe eating fat is Healthy?

Did you know that fat is an essential nutrient that has important functions in your body?  You NEED to eat fat.  But, eating the RIGHT fat is important. Fats are very important as a source of energy, and if you choose your fats mindfully, they become a source of wonderful added nutrients that are life-enhancing!…

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A Healthy Plate

Do you know what a ‘Healthy Plate’ is?  A healthy plate contains all the important nutrients your body needs to thrive.  If you can achieve a ‘Healthy Plate’ for most of your meals… not only will you lose weight, but you will feel fantastic too. Do you remember the Food Pyramid? After the study run…

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Fasting

Intermittent Fasting is a powerful tool for improving your health and vitality.  Not only can Intermittent Fasting help you achieve your weight loss goal but it has additional benefits like: Anti-inflammatory effects Boosting gut health Anti-ageing Autophagy + anti-cancer Improving mental alertness Enhancing sports performance What happens in your body when you fast? It’s helpful…

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Meal Planning

You’ve heard it before:  ‘You are what you eat’.  While this is not literally true (you won’t turn into a donut or hamburger if that’s what you had for lunch), there is merit in offering your body what it needs to maintain optimal function.  Understanding what your body is made of can help you nourish…

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