The Bone Broth Hype – Is It Worth It?

The Bone Broth Hype – Is It Worth It?

Jun 18, 2018 | Nutrition

I’m sure you’ve seen a “new” product around, possibly in magazine ads or in the health food stores. It’s something called “bone broth” and it’s being marketed as the next new superfood. It’s purported to be a panacea for your joints, skin, sleep, immune system, gut,...
Why Women Are More Prone to Injuries

Why Women Are More Prone to Injuries

Jun 11, 2018 | Exercise, Injuries, Tips and Tricks

Did you know that women are more prone to injuries than men? It’s not because we’re more accident prone. There are a few reasons why this happens, and if we know those reasons, we can address them and hopefully prevent the injuries from happening.   Flexibility...
Quick, Healthy, Cheap Recipe #22 – Egg Roll Bowls

Quick, Healthy, Cheap Recipe #22 – Egg Roll Bowls

Jun 4, 2018 | Nutrition, Recipes

We’ve got my sister, Chris, to thank for this recipe, which is just a deconstructed egg roll served in a bowl. It’s incredibly versatile, so I’ve got three versions for you! #1 – The original recipe was created for an Instant Pot (the new-fangled pressure...
What It Means To Be A Warrior

What It Means To Be A Warrior

May 28, 2018 | Attitude, Inspiration

Each year, on the last Monday of May, we celebrate Memorial Day. Originally instituted as a day of honoring those who died during the Civil War, it eventually became a day to remember any soldier who died fighting in the United States Armed Forces. Memorial Day is the...
Common Medications and Their Effects on Exercise

Common Medications and Their Effects on Exercise

May 21, 2018 | Exercise, Medications

Can you believe that well over 50% of Americans are currently taking a prescription medication? Nowadays, it seems like you can’t sit through a single commercial break without seeing a medication ad. Some of them can cause side-effects while exercising, so I thought...
Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day

May 13, 2018 | Attitude, Inspiration

This is for you, Moms. Actually, whether you are a mom or not, this is for all the women out there who feel trapped in a cycle of, “One day, I am going to eat healthy, exercise, and really take care of myself.” I know that it is hard to find time to focus on you. And...
Quick, Healthy, Cheap Recipe #21 – Overnight Oats

Quick, Healthy, Cheap Recipe #21 – Overnight Oats

May 7, 2018 | Recipes

I love overnight oats, mostly because they fit perfectly into my cooking mantra of “quick, healthy, and cheap”. However, since they’re served usually cold straight from the fridge, I don’t generally eat them during the winter and early spring months. Of course, if you...
Mail Order Meal Plans

Mail Order Meal Plans

Apr 30, 2018 | Nutrition, Tips and Tricks

I’ve written previously about how having a weekly plan in place for your meals can make a huge difference in both the quality and healthfulness of your meals, regardless of whether weight loss is a goal of yours or not. It requires a fair bit of thoughtfulness, and...
Meal Planning Made Easy

Meal Planning Made Easy

Apr 23, 2018 | goals, Nutrition, Tips and Tricks

“If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” It’s a cliche we’ve heard plenty of times before, but it’s absolutely true. If you’ve got a goal to eat healthier, your best time spent is on meal planning. The prospect of planning out a week’s worth of meals can be a bit...