Oh my gosh – nutrition and diet info is everywhere! And each expert and association tries to lead you in their direction because they know best and their advice is going to help you. Right? Well, maybe… Everyone has heard (and maybe lived through) the intense focus on how much … Read more
This word “metabolism” is thrown around a lot these days. You know that if yours is too slow you might gain weight. But what exactly does this all mean? Well technically “metabolism” is the word to describe all of the biochemical reactions in your body. It’s how you take in nutrients and oxygen and … Read more
February may be the shortest month of the year, but there sure is a lot going on! February is Heart Month, 50 Shades DARKER opens (super important right?), we have Family Day long weekend coming up for my fellow Ontarians and President’s Day for my American Homies, and Valentine’s Day is TOMORROW! Whether you are spending … Read more
So it might be dangerous to make, but they are OH SO DELICIOUS! It’s the perfect treat for guests, a nutritious and filling post work-out snack, packed with omega 3’s, iron, magnesium, and protein, and will make all your sugar cravings leave you alone! Oh, and the best part is, it requires NO baking, it’s … Read more
I wash my hair 1-2x per week. Wait! Before you think I’m gross and unfollow me, you should also know I’ve never worn deodorant in my life…haha! But I’ll save THAT story for another time. Just know that diet can play a huge role in body odor. I mean, my hygiene is pretty solid and … Read more
I rarely make Chinese food. But when I do, I make FAN KEH DAN! Aka Egg and Tomato Stir-Fry. It was one of my favourite home cooked Chinese dishes from my childhood. Of course, I had to make it MY WAY 🙂 More veggies, less sugar, healthy oils, cornstarch/thickener optional What you need: 1 … Read more
I’ve been on an avocado high lately. Actually, it’s mostly because I’ve been buying small bags of them, and hubby is away in Maine learning Structural Integration with Tom Myers. So since I am unable to finish all these avocados before they completely ripen, I’ve been making all sorts of stuff. If you want to … Read more
Most avocado-egg salad recipes call for mayo, and vinegar. While this is all fine – well, not so much to mayo, depending on what kind you use – it’s not always necessary. Especially when you are trying to avoid any extra calories and unwanted “bad” fats. (read about good and bad fats HERE) Or when … Read more
This weekend, I start my training in Thai Yoga Massage! Module one starts on Friday and involves 3 full days of intense learning. I’ve started planning out my meals over the next 3 days. Foods that are easy to prepare in bulk, portable, full of nutrition (I’ve got 3 long, intense days ahead of me!) … Read more
I recently had a pot luck with my clients and one of my dear yoga students made us lentil soup…mmm!! It was loaded with veggies, and quinoa and delicious spices. I decided to search up a recipe to make my own! You know me…anything I can mash together is a winner in my kitchen! This … Read more
