Does deciding what to eat stress you out? Are you tired of feeling like you’re “good” or “bad” depending on what you ate? Are you over feeling judged for what you eat? Do you wish there was a better way to sort through all the nutrition noise and “just eat” without...
When someone asks me how to start Intuitive Eating, one of the first things I tell them is that Intuitive Eating is a methodology, not an all-or-nothing approach. Unlike dieting where you’re either “on” your diet or “off” your diet, it is OK to start working on the...
Have you asked yourself, “What does hunger feel like, anyway?” Maybe you’re not sure what hunger feels like. Trust me, you’re not alone. You could be sitting at your desk and you feel hunger pangs in your stomach. You think, “I can’t be hungry. I just ate a couple of...
You’ve started hearing about Intuitive Eating and have done some research on it. You’re feeling ready to ditch dieting and go all-in on Intuitive Eating. Then you ask yourself, “Now what?” Getting stuck, trying to figure out where to start something new can quickly...
You’re sick and tired of the same yoyo cycle of dieting. There are times when you think "No more dieting!" But, starting a new diet can come with hope and excitement that this time it will be different. And then . . . it isn’t different. Maybe you lose a few pounds,...
Are you tired of dieting? Yes, starting a new diet can be exciting. There’s the anticipation of success and all the possibilities. Soon after, though, reality starts to set in. You find the diet is hard to stick to, you can’t go out to eat with your friends, and that...
If you’re ready to give up dieting and killer workouts, and want something different, then here’s how to start shifting into a partnership with your body. Do you feel like you fight your body every day? Every minute? Do you hate your body? The way it looks? The way it...
Dark Chocolate Dipped Cherries (or other fruit) Chocolate and cherries are two of my favorite flavors. I also like to use strawberries or apple slices. This recipe is so simple and satisfies that occasional chocolate/sweet craving. Just melt the chocolate in the...
Fast & Easy Baked Chicken Thighs or Breast If you need some chicken quick, this recipe will help you out. You don’t have to pound the chicken as described. However, it will help the chicken cook faster and more evenly. Some of my favorite herbs/spices include:...
Fast & Easy Chicken Salad This is my “go to” dinner in the summer or warmer months. If I’m short on time or haven’t made it to the grocery store, I can run in, grab a few items, and have dinner on the table in about 15 minutes if I have left over chicken in the...