I have always been a “grazer” when it comes to eating. Since I eat small meals and snacks, I tend to eat constantly! It didn’t take me long to realize that I was eating way too many calories throughout the day. I tried dieting, but that really didn’t work. Once I found out I…
We’ve all come across the term superfoods, right? But, seriously, what are they exactly, and are they really worth talking about? It’s been like a decade since I started hearing more and more about these so-called superfoods. And let me tell you, the list just keeps growing longer and longer! So, being the curious person…
Eating a healthy diet can feel like a huge task in today’s world of fast food and social engagements. Especially after turning 60. Let’s face it, most of us don’t want to spend our days in the kitchen fixing perfect nutritious meals when takeout is so much easier. Not to mention, as women over…
Attention, my fabulous female friends over 60, did you know that your body may not be getting enough protein? It’s true! As we age, it’s no secret that our bodies go through crazy changes, and because of that, it can affect our nutrient intake. I learned long ago about the importance of protein in my…
Dieting can just be grueling! Counting every bite of food that you eat, passing on the potato chips or cookie that looks and sounds amazing. Well, for a lot of people who want to ditch the dieting roller coaster (me included), intermittent fasting is a good option. Intermittent fasting focuses on when you eat and…
Intermittent fasting has become a popular method for weight management and for improving overall health. The principle is easy: you rotate eating periods with fasting. If you’re just getting started, I’m sure you know that you cannot eat anything but what about drinking? Are you allowed to drink during your fasting windows. I know…
Dec 12, 2023 | Nutrition We all know that as we get older, managing our weight can be a real struggle. For me the pounds started creeping in my 50’s during and after menopause – sound familiar? In an attempt to get rid of get the extra weight, I started following the 14:10 intermittent fasting method. This…
Vitamin D is an essential micronutrient that the body requires to function properly. For many years it has been called the “bone vitamin” because doctors felt that its main purpose was for bone health. This is because your body can only absorb calcium, when vitamin D is present. However, research has proven that insufficient levels…
Are you looking for a diet method that doesn’t involve counting every calorie or tracking every meal? Intermittent fasting might be the perfect fit for you! This trending diet focuses on when you eat, rather than how much you eat. It has gained popularity in recent years and is known for its potential weight loss…
Carbohydrates (carbs) are one of the 3 macronutrients required by your body in high amounts for energy. The other two macronutrients are protein and fats. Carbohydrates often get a bad rap. Many people believe that carbs make you fat. Well, the truth is that carbs do not make you fat. Consuming to many calories…