Food journaling is nothing more than writing down information about what you eat and when you eat. It can reveal a lot of information that might otherwise be missed. How often do you mindlessly eat something, barely being aware that you put it in your mouth or felt sick or bloated frequently? Food journaling can […]
Do you want to eat healthier, but also want to save money? Consider opting for in-season fruits and vegetables. In fact, you can probably get many of these from local farmers and benefit yourself, but also your local economy. No matter what season you choose, there’s something delicious and healthy being grown in Irvine, CA. […]
Do you grab some carryout at noon or rush to the local food vendor? That can get expensive for both your health and your pocketbook. There’s a lot of reasons to eat healthier, but often people think that’s too expensive. They’re wrong, you can save money by packing a lunch and making that food healthy. […]
Whether you have your own personal crisis in Irvine, CA, or a nationwide crisis like the pandemic, one thing is certain, staying healthy will help you navigate the pitfalls more successfully. Some common effects on stress include chest pain, stomach problems, headache, fatigue and a lowered immune system. It can cause lack of motivation, restlessness, […]
You may know that a healthy breakfast will get you off to a good start, but taking the time to make it doesn’t quite fit in your schedule. Well here’s a great idea. Make those breakfasts ahead and even eat them on the run. It’s time to bypass that donut and get some healthy meals […]
What is your BMI—body mass index? It’s just one measure of your health. It uses both height and weight to calculate a number that is used with a chart to predict your overall health and whether you’re underweight or overweight. It replaced those charts that used to show the ideal weight and gave a better […]
What does the food you put in your mouth have to do with your brain and mood? It seems there are nutrition and mental health connections that scientists are now starting to investigate. These studies are deemed nutritional psychiatry. It only makes sense that if a chemical can alter behavior, via a pill, then why […]
When you hear about people eating beans, do you envision a lone cowpoke, sitting by the campfire, a destitute person, scraping the bottom of the can for just a little more to eat or a grand dinner with beans as its main entry. Most people don’t envision the last one. That’s because beans are so […]
I get confessions from a lot of clients in Irvine, CA, about their addiction to chocolate. Some hide it in secret places in their home, like the freezer or the sock drawer. If you’re a secret chocolate chomper, there’s good news. Dark chocolate is actually healthy. There are limitations. Don’t get a share size dark […]
If you want to lose weight, start adding herbs to your diet. You don’t have to spend a fortune at the health food store, just go to the market and get fresh or dried herbs to add both flavor and nutrients—without a lot of calories—to your next meal. Some herbs do more than just add […]