Are sit-ups the best way to burn belly fat? Does exercise have to be strenuous to be beneficial? There's a lot of misinformation online about exercise and nutrition, and it can be hard to know what's true. In my post on the Blue Cross NC blog, let’s take a look at five common myths and find out the truth. Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
How to not gain weight during the holidays
The holidays aren't a good time to start a restrictive diet. Why put yourself through that misery? But also, it's discouraging to step on the scale in January and find an extra 10 pounds have snuck on. Holiday pounds have a funny way of sticking around...and around. And the high amounts of sugar and saturated fat in cookies, cakes and other goodies isn't good for our health. One day of Continue Reading
2022 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for a great gift for a family member, a friend? What about when they ask what you want? Visit my 2022 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide for some great ideas! This year’s Guide features highly-rated, awesome gifts I’ve hand-selected to be included, all with the timely theme of self-care and fitness at home. They are all conveniently available from Amazon, who saves Christmas for me every Continue Reading
What to do when you feel like you’re FAILING at exercise and healthier choices
It’s not easy to get in shape, eat differently or lose weight when you’ve fought that battle most of your life. It doesn’t help matters either when we’re constantly bombarded with ads, magazine covers and social media influencers promising quick and easy results. So we try the latest diet or exercise craze — and then feel defeated when we can’t stick with it. If that resonates with you, take Continue Reading
Meal prepping secrets for success (plus 3 easy recipes)
Do you end up grabbing unhealthy fast food because you don't have time to cook? Meal prepping could be a great answer for you. In my post on the Blue Cross NC blog, learn tips and tricks for success along with some easy family-favorite recipes to try. Read story here Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Awesome meal prepping containers People have been asking me what Continue Reading
Delicious, healthy and easy Slow Cooker Pot Roast recipe
This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Pot Roast with Vegetables is a delicious and nutritious hot meal that's a cinch to make, since we will use a slow cooker. It's a comfort-food family favorite you'll want to make on the regular. Here's how to make a tender, juicy pot roast and vegetables in the slow cooker. First, gather your ingredients. You'll need a chuck roast Continue Reading