Have you been the same weight or is it slowly creeping up and you just don’t understand why? Have you heard that your body has a ‘set point’ where weight is concerned so no matter what you do? Well, this is called ‘set point theory’ and it suggests that our bodyweight is … Continued
Yes indeed!… But let’s ensure you’re eating the right sorta fat 🐟… . If you’re wondering about Omega fats, here’s quick run down for you… . Basically eat the highest quality omega 3s that you can… . We get plenty of omega 6 from (from plant-based food & factory raised animals who are fed corn … Continued
❓Iron Deficient?… Not the kinda iron in the gym, I mean the kind in your blood💉… If you’re constantly… 😴tired & weak… 🥴feeling lethargic or run-down… 🤕headaches… 😱heart palpitations… 😰become breathless with physical activity… . ✔️You may be iron deficient… . 👩1 in EVERY 12 women can iron deficient… . 🥗25% of the vegetarian community … Continued
❓Is Intermittent fasting for YOU? 🕰IF is the name some nutrition experts give to the practice of occasionally going for extended periods without eating… 😴We all intermittent fast while sleeping – but that doesn’t count🤪… ☕️’Real’ fasting means drinking ONLY water because even drinking black coffee requires the liver & digestive system to work… ⏳The … Continued
🤦♀️Can’t lose weight?… 💡Here are 3 common scenarios & possible reasons… . 🗣”I’m eating the same but gaining weight”… . ✔️You may be eating a ‘bit’ more due stress, lack of sleep, new schedule etc… ✔️You may have a decrease in NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis)… ✔️If tracking, you may be under-estimating intake or experiencing a … Continued
Meal prepping is a great way to succeed with your nutrition, here are some tips… . 👨👩👧👦Get your family involved to help prepare the meals for the week… . 🥚Boil a dozen eggs at a time & refrigerate. They’ll last 5 days in the fridge… . 🐓Cook 8 chicken breasts at a time. Grill, BBQ, … Continued
👩🏻🍳Sunday is a great day to prep for the week, here are some tips: 👨👩👧👦Get your family involved to help prepare the meals for the week. 🥚Boil a dozen eggs at a time & refrigerate. They’ll last 5 days in the fridge. 🐓Cook 8 chicken breasts at a time. Grill, BBQ, bake or broil with … Continued
🤔Confused about portion sizes but not ready to ‘count macros’? 💃No problem! ✔️While I find macro counting to be a very effective [temporary] tool for health & weight management, it’s not for everyone🤦♀️ ✨If you’d like to still ‘track’ your intake but not weigh & measure every morsel, you’ve got a handy tool at the … Continued
❌DON’T BLAME CARBS!❌ 👿Carbs are getting a bad rap… . 😱So many women I work with are simply afraid of them… . Truth 💣… ✨carbs are not ‘bad’ – they provide much needed energy… ✨carbs will not make you fat when eaten in the right combination with protein & fat… ✨carbs illicit an insulin response… . … Continued
💁♀️Some people find it easier to stay lean or have better genetics than others… . 💫Be realistic & manage expectations where weight loss goals are concerned… . 👙If you want visible abs, be aware of the sacrifices you may need to make… . ⭐️20-22% body fat⭐️… ✔️fit appearance & good overall health… ✔️livable lifestyle… ✔️few cravings due to balanced diet… ✔️plans … Continued