We’ve all had that moment—suddenly the bag or container of food is empty, and we don’t remember eating it! The important thing is to not get down on yourself but, instead, tune in and notice what’s happening. Read on to learn about some simple steps you can take toward eating more mindfully....
If you’re short on time, tired of mealtime battles, or looking for a delicious new dish to add to the dinner rotation, meet the “Magic” Lentil Soup recipe! Packed with veggies, freezer-friendly, and super simple to make, this plant-powered recipe is a kid and family favorite....
In addition to nourishing our bodies, it's also very important to make sure we're nourishing our minds and emotions. By balancing our 'plate of life' just like we would balance a plate of food, we can help to ensure that we feel fulfilled and avoid using food to meet other needs....
Not losing any weight even though you're watching your calories and exercising regularly? Try this....
While it's critical to feed our bodies nourishing food, it's equally important to think about how we are feeding our minds and our souls. By finding ways to nourish ourselves that don't involve food, we'll be less likely to use it to fill a void and more likely to enjoy better physical and emotional health....
In addition to managing stress in the moment, it's also very important to proactively invest in your health. You can think of it like a bank account-if you never make any deposits, there won't be money in there when you need it. You can build up your "stress management reserve" by practicing making yourself and your health a priority....
Water is essential for our bodies to function properly. It is in every cell, tissue, and organ. Staying properly hydrated helps our organs perform optimally, keeps detoxification systems working, aides with energy levels, helps our minds stay clear and the list goes on....
Greens are the most nutrient dense foods on the planet. Increase your intake of leafy greens and you instantly add fiber, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties, and disease fighting compounds. A green smoothie is one of the simplest ways to incorporate tremendous amounts of greens into your diet and having it for breakfast is even more powerful for your body....
Flax, chia, and hemp seeds are making appearances in more and more places lately - and for good reason! These tiny seeds pack gigantic nutritional punches. Each seed has its own unique health benefits, so it's great to take advantage of them all and aim for 1-2 tablespoons per day....
