From Shack-Wacky to Happy
Ideas and tips on how to feel happy during this pandemic.
The Breath of Ha to release fear and anxiety during these stressful times.
During these troubling times, we are forced to operate our lives in unusual ways. We are living with many unknown protocols that are required in order to keep each other safe from the Covid19 pandemic. When we operate within “unknown” situations we are naturally anxious about “unknown” outcomes. It is our natural state to feel […]
Shea is 14 and Was Lactose Intolerant
Shea is 14 and Was Lactose Intolerant Shea is actually his real name as he is my son. For most of his life, Shea had difficulty processing dairy products. It didn’t matter if it was milk, ice cream or yogurt, if it had dairy in it he presented with discomfort, bloating and other gastrointestinal issues […]
Nancy’s Diabetes Success
Nancy’s Diabetes Success Here’s a short story about “Nancy” Nancy had type 2 diabetes. She had been taking insulin for 5 years. She had developed some neuropathy (tingling, nerve pain and loss of feeling) in her hands and feet and she “hated” her condition. Every day there was something to do with this diabetic condition […]
Lose Weight by coming to terms with the way you see yourself!
It’s a familiar story: You pledge to honor a daily elliptical routine and count every last calorie. But soon, you’re eating cupcakes at the office and grabbing happy hour mojitos, thinking, Oops, diet over. There is a better way: Swap the all-or-nothing approach for one or two healthy switch-ups in your daily routine. “Doing this can […]
Mussels Marinara di Amore
INGREDIENTS For the Greek Vinaigrette 1 clove garlic 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon dried oregano kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste For the Salad 4 cups roughly chopped ripe tomatoes, I used cherry tomatoes 2 cups roughly chopped cucumbers, I used persian cucumbers 2 red or […]
How to prepare for a marathon
Before you hit the ground running, fueling your body will be the foundation to any successful workout. It’s any lifter’s worst session when they hit the wall – glycogen stores depleted and muscles starved for nutrients. To be on top of your lifting game, you have to feed your body with the right foods both […]
Avocado and Tuna Tapas
INGREDIENTS For the Greek Vinaigrette 1 clove garlic 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon dried oregano kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste For the Salad 4 cups roughly chopped ripe tomatoes, I used cherry tomatoes 2 cups roughly chopped cucumbers, I used persian cucumbers 2 red or […]
10 Essential Dietary Tips & Tricks
It’s a familiar story: You pledge to honor a daily elliptical routine and count every last calorie. But soon, you’re eating cupcakes at the office and grabbing happy hour mojitos, thinking, Oops, diet over. There is a better way: Swap the all-or-nothing approach for one or two healthy switch-ups in your daily routine. “Doing this […]
Greek Villager’s Salad
INGREDIENTS For the Greek Vinaigrette 1 clove garlic 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon dried oregano kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste For the Salad 4 cups roughly chopped ripe tomatoes, I used cherry tomatoes 2 cups roughly chopped cucumbers, I used persian cucumbers 2 red or […]