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Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Belly Fat: What Do They All Mean? Most health issues don’t explode overnight. They simmer behind the scenes until one day, things explode. You don’t wake up with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or high blood sugar out of nowhere. You drift there one skipped workout, meal, cocktail, and “it’s just stress” at a time. What is it? Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of risk factors that include: High blood pressure High blood sugar High triglycerid

Leaves are falling, sweaters are about to be unpacked, and soup and comfort food season has officially arrived! If you're anything like...

There is a restaurant in Louisville that had a version of this salad and I LOVED it. I always said I was going to healthify it and make...

Told your labs are “normal” but you’re still exhausted, foggy, or stuck? Here’s why “in range” isn’t the same as optimal—and how functional ranges, context, and a few simple changes can move the markers that actually matter.

Who says comfort food can’t fit your goals? If you love a classic club sandwich but don’t love the calorie bomb that comes with it,...

Ready to transform your weekly lunch routine? This deconstructed egg roll bowl is about to become your new favorite meal prep. It's...

Are you constantly reaching for reflux or heartburn meds, convinced your stomach is just “too acidic”? You’re not alone! As a Functional...

Good news, friends! Eating healthy doesn't mean you have to give up your favorite comfort foods. Take muffins, for instance. Everyone...

We all wish we could get every single nutrient our bodies need from a perfect diet, abundant sunshine, and a stress-free existence. In an...

Let’s be real—no one sticks to a diet that leaves them hungry all the time. If you consider yourself a hungry person (like me!), you’re...

If you’ve ever been told to “eat more fiber,” you’re not alone—but do you actually know why fiber is so powerful for your health,...

The fireworks aren't the only things heating up this July 4th! As soon as that summer air hits, my mind goes straight to one thing: a...

Today, we're diving into a supplement that consistently earns its stripes in the world of health and nutrition: fish oil  and its...

Are you constantly feeling drained, battling heavy periods, dealing with hair loss or struggling with brain fog? You're not alone, and...

Y ou know I'm all about keeping things real and making wellness work for your  life. April is Alcohol Awareness Month and we've been...

Okay, we've got more ground to cover with booze and cancer. We've come a long way in understanding this relationship, and honestly, it's...

Okay, so we all think that social drink, that glass of wine, seems harmless enough, right? But let's be real—are we truly aware of the...

From celebrations and social gatherings to evenings at home after a long day, we can't deny that alcohol is deeply ingrained in our...

I'm going to be brutally honest: there are things holding you back that you don't want  to admit. Those nagging doubts, those convenient...

Tracking your food in an app: Have you ever tried it? Maybe you've meticulously logged every meal into your food tracking app, yet the...

Today is my birthday, and I'm celebrating the big 4-0! 🎉 For many, this milestone means being "over the hill," but honestly, I've never...

Today I am going to go straight to the jugular and give you something really helpful today if you're willing to hear it... This advice...

Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and struggling with the demands of daily life? Are you finding it difficult to focus, remember...

I’ve lost count of the times I’ve heard someone declare, “Peanut butter is high in protein, right?!” While it’s true that peanut butter...

Do you ever wonder how some gym goers seem to gain strength, lose weight or get that beautiful physique so rapidly? Have you been...

Today I want to share a concept that I have been practicing in my own life and with my clients for years. It has been an absolute game...

Weekends are a time to unwind, connect with friends and family, and sometimes do a little something out of the norm of the grind.  Are...

Planning a getaway soon? Struggling to stay on track while traveling? Today, I have some tips to keep you aligned with your goals even...

Spring is right around the corner! With warmer weather on the horizon it's got a lot of us wanting to shed a bit of our "winter...

I’m coming at you today with some super important information on a vitamin I’m sure you’ve heard of but may not know much about. This...

Question for you: If you were going to be really honest with yourself, how many times a week do you eat out? Sit down restaurant or fast...

One of the biggest complaints I get when I start working with clients is inconsistent and low energy levels. ​ Maybe we wake up, have...

Let’s talk about “the most important meal of the day.” Is it really? Do you need to eat in the morning? Read on to find out and get a...

As a coach in the health and fitness space for over 10 years, I am FASCINATED by habits and what drives us to do what we do. As a matter...

Have you ever had a night of less than amazing sleep and just felt like you’re dragging all day and your hunger is insatiable? Whether...

Today, I want to tackle a common question that often arises in the world of nutrition:  Is opting for low-fat alternatives truly the key...

How can you get it? Where do you find it? What happens when it's gone? Why do some people seem continuously motivated? Let's "talk" about...

Oxford languages defines food as any nutritious substance that people or animals eat or drink or that plants absorb in order to maintain...

Sometimes in life, you just have to leap. You have to take that big deep breath, JUMP, and see how things turn out.  You may end up...

My top list of ingredients to have on hand for making delicious meals that leave you satisfied, happy, and on the path to LEAN! You know...

A revolution in body image and self confidence for the ladies. Iron-Noun. Something hard, strong, rigid, unyielding. Who really would...

I am ALL about promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. After all, it is sort of my “job” now (even though I still pinch myself daily...

“Surround yourself only with people who are going to lift you HIGHER.” ~Oprah Winfrey Who’s going to be there for you if you’re not even...

What is a macronutrient? Macronutrients are the largest building blocks that make up the foods we eat. Everything you put in your...

For many people who are successfully making healthy changes to their lifestyle, a good night’s sleep is still an elusive dream.  We’ve...

I get most of the ideas for my posts from the questions I get asked on a regular basis and this is a REALLY popular one, so hopefully I...

How to have fun, relax, and unwind without undoing all of your hard work! Vacation. Ahhh…one of the FINER things in life. I am a firm...