When it comes to crafting a healthy and balanced diet, understanding macronutrients is essential. These are the three major nutrient categories—carbohydrates, proteins, and fats—that provide the energy and raw materials our bodies need to function optimally. In this blog post, we’ll delve into what macronutrients are and why they’re crucial Read more…
When it comes to losing extra pounds, most people tend to focus on counting calories, adopting rigorous exercise routines, or experimenting with various fad diets. However, the importance of protein in the weight loss journey often goes overlooked. Protein isn’t just essential for building and repairing muscles; it plays a Read more…
In my last post, I discussed psychiatrist and nutrition specialist, Dr. Uma Naidoo’s research on the link between dietary choices and mental health. Dr. Naidoo emphasizes the “Nutritional Psychiatry” approach, highlighting the role of diet in brain function and mood regulation. Dr. Naidoo’s studies have explored how certain nutrients, including Read more…
This week I am offering a guest post on the value of being a lifelong learner by Joyce Wilson, an educator and consultant – enjoy! ~~~~~~~~ Lifelong learning is a transformative force, particularly for those pursuing personal growth and self-improvement over 40. Embracing continuous learning offers countless benefits for women Read more…
“Self-care is not selfish. You cannot serve from an empty vessel.” ― Eleanor Brownn We’ve been hearing a lot about self-care over the last couple of years and it seems that it is often interpreted as self-indulgence or selfishness. In reality, it is an essential component of maintaining good mental Read more…
Something I work on with clients quite frequently is behavior change which, often enough, can be easier said than done. Our behaviors are based in our habitual patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting and anyone who has tried to change a bad habit knows how challenging it can be. Neural Read more…
Summer is finally here – time to take a break from work and routine, something that’s essential to well-being. For many of us, this means traveling, something I love to do. One thing I try not to do when I’m traveling is take a break from my healthy habits and Read more…
In my last post, I explored how a pleasant and healthy home environment creates positive energy and affects our physical and mental wellbeing. I am offering a few more ideas today in Part II. Make Your Space Appealing to You. This almost seems like a no-brainer, but have you really Read more…
What makes a living space healthy? We all have busy schedules, and many of us don’t pay attention to the space around us. After a long day at work most of us crave a comfortable and comforting environment to go home to. That environment can be hard to come by Read more…
Psychological Flow is the positive mental state of concentrating so completely on an activity or task that you become absorbed to the point of losing track of time and whatever else is occurring in your surroundings. If you have ever found yourself completely immersed in an activity – for example, Read more…