You’ve probably heard of the 80/20 rule when it comes to food. The rule entails consuming quality, nutrient-dense foods 80 percent of the time and not necessarily stressing over the other 20 percent of what you eat. I am all for the 80/20 concept and eating whole, one-ingredient foods, close to all the…
Month: March 2021
35 Quotes to Ponder
I compiled 35 of my favorite quotes and phrases that I have noted over the last four years. I love a good quote! Why 35? Today I embark on my 35th trip around the sun. The quotes and phrases are in no particular order and are not categorized in any way. Hopefully, you’ll find one…
Get Your Oil Changed
Blog Breakdown There has been a strong correlation between the rise of industrial seed oils and the rise of chronic diseases Consuming foods with vegetable oils promote inflammation and obesity The process to make industrial seed oils is anything but natural Vegetable oils are found in many common foods, especially processed foods Olive oil, butter…
Food, Not Exercise for Weight Management
Exercise The benefits of movement and exercise for the body and mind are undoubtedly significant. By now, we are aware that exercise can combat health conditions and disease, tone the muscles, improve mood, boost energy, promote better sleep, and be fun. One cannot disregard the positive physical, mental, and emotional effects of exercise! It is…
Cereal With a Side of Poison
Many commercial cereals contain chemicals, dyes, added sugar, and dangerous preservatives Glyphosate found in many oat based cereals, exceeding amounts deemed safe by the Environmental Working Group Unsafe dyes to color the cereal found in many US made cereals whereas these dyes are banned European countries The best bet would be to avoid eating and…