Afternoon Energy Boost

Do you find that you want to take a nap in the afternoon? I know how you feel! Sometimes the LAST thing you want to do is get back to your ‘to do’ list at work or where ever you find yourself. Here are some tips to keep you going like the Energizer bunny. Balancing … Continued

5 Inexpensive Supplements for Women Over 40

There are a ton of powders, pills and potions all over that promise you the moon, but do they really work? Here’s a quick video I did sharing the supplements that I use on the regular: In a nutshell, here are the supplements that I use: Apple Cider Vinegar No, this isn’t really a supplement. … Continued

What to AVOID Eating to Get a Bikini Belly

Take a look at the 3 year old cupcakes that look pretty fresh in this video. You can probably guess that it’s wise to avoid foods like this in order to get a bikini belly. Eating processed foods causes more issues in your body than you might think. Here are a few guidelines on what … Continued

What’s the Big Deal with Water?

You’d be surprised at how a simple ‘hack’ like drinking more water can have amazing health benefits. The body is a remarkable piece of machinery. When water intake is low, our body will turn into survival mode and begin to hold onto all the available water present in the body. This survival action can cause an … Continued

Surprising Way to Raise Your Metabolism

You’ll be pleasantly surprised at this way to raise your metabolism! Surprisingly, eating is one of the BEST ways to keep your metabolism firing. Chronic low calorie diets or yo-yo dieting will KILL your metabolism. If you’ve been on the diet roller coaster, you’ll want to slowly increase your food intake and make sure that … Continued

Grocery Shopping Tips

The grocery store can be a confusing place. Join Sev and me as I go what was in my grocery cart for some tips on easy, healthy and affordable ways to nourish you and your family. You’ll find lots more tips and ways to lose your menopause belly in my FREE book (just pay S&H). … Continued

Tuna Apple Crackers – snacks with style

  Judy Lamont is a good friend, and one of our very favourite food and style bloggers.  Her popular blog The Joy Trail  is a visual feast and showcases her wonderful photography of fashion, home decor and, my personal fave, her divine food.  We’re fortunate to have Judy writing for us today offering her delicious take … Continued

Should I Eat Before I Workout?

I once was a ‘fasted cardio’ fan, but I’ve since changed my tune. Doing cardio on an empty stomach is popular with physique competitors and bodybuilders striving to get as lean as possible. The theory is that low insulin levels associated with fasting are conducive to fat breakdown, meaning there are more fatty acids available … Continued

Essential Oils to the Rescue

I felt a lil catch in my throat… You know that feeling when you feel that maybe a cold is coming on? What do YOU do? For me, I break out the oil of oregano. I used to think it was just an old wives tale that using essential oils would actually make a difference … Continued

5 Simple Tricks to Banish Belly Bloat

You try hard to eat well and get in your workouts, but you still struggle to get the flat belly you long for. You know what to do and even wake up some days with a flat(ter) belly, only to find by mid-day you need to unbutton  your pants to accommodate belly bloat. During the week … Continued