Our daily choices, particularly around food, movement, sleep and stress, profoundly impact our future selves. With this perspective in mind, let's explore how embracing health as a journey can empower us to nourish our bodies and minds for the long haul.

The benefits of weight training are not limited to only the muscles. Evidence continues to mount that strength training has long-term health benefits. In this blog we share the 7 benefits of strength training.

In a world inundated with nutritional noise, the path to wellness can seem dauntingly complex. Embracing the power of small consistent steps and cultivating habits rooted in simplicity, we can navigate this maze with confidence and clarity. Remember, it's not about perfection, but progress.

Over the years of coaching clients I see a spectrum of clients from supporting health, managing inflammation, looking for more energy and help to manage their weight. Embarking on a weight loss journey is a common. However, achieving and maintaining sustainable results can be elusive. We are surrounded with quick fix diets many that are built upon the common belief of the "calories in vs. calories out" approach. That being said we are seeing more and more research around the understanding of the role of insulin and hormones and long-term success.

In a world where dietary choices abound, it's essential to understand the pros and cons of different diets to make informed decisions about your health and well-being. Three popular dietary choices that have garnered attention in recent years are the vegetarian, vegan, and omnivore diets. Each of these diets has its own unique set of health benefits and considerations, making it crucial to explore them to find the right fit for your lifestyle and nutritional needs. In this blog post, we'll delve into the world of functional nutrition and compare these three diets, focusing on their health benefits and considerations.

Nutrition is about nourishing your body in a way that respects both your health and your budget. By following these tips and being mindful of your food choices, you can embrace a holistic approach to nutrition without breaking the bank. Remember that investing in your health now can lead to savings on your health and costs down the line. Make the switch to holistic nutrition on a budget today and enjoy a healthier, happier lifestyle.

In today's fast-paced world, the importance of maintaining good health and well-being cannot be overstated. We're bombarded with countless diets, wellness trends, and nutritional advice, each promising the key to a healthier life. Amid this sea of information, functional nutrition emerges as a science-backed, personalized approach to eating that focuses on optimizing the body's functions.

Often when I meet with clients the biggest struggle of the week is meal time. They often feel that they don’t have time or are unmotivated to plan, shop and cook. While motivation will only take you so far. Having a plan to reduce the overwhelm can help with the motivation. I have included a few tips I huge at home.

I am always shocked about how many people want to talk calories; and more specifically calories reduction. While calorie awareness is a great tool it is far from the be all and end all of food. We so often forget that not all calories are created equal. The source of the calories that we eat each day has a significant impact on our health, disease prevention, and health goals.

As a woman in my early 40’s I am learning through experience the impact of hormonal imbalance on my body. This coupled with effects of autoimmune disease is an interesting journey. My life experiences has affected so much of my learning and how I approach my nutrition practice. We very much tend to think of our body’s as linear being but it is really very intertwined. As I have been navigating and researching my own health I am so often blown away at how amazing and complex our bodies are. Through my research I am noticing some common themes around supporting our hormones as driven women who often wear many hats in our lives. I wanted to share some key topics with you all!

 I wanted to share with you some of my daily habits that help me stay on top of supporting my health and maximising my energy. 

Habits are one of my most favourite things to teach and to talk to clients about. Why? Well this is where people start to see results. When we change our habits we start to change our behaviours, our thoughts, our feelings and our results! I am not going to sugar coat it it can be some of the most challenging work you will do but the rewards are instrumental.

We've all experienced those energy highs and then the crash after a sugar overload. Have you ever wondered how those energy rollercoaster rides are effecting your health?

If you’re struggling with IBS, gas or bloating, it can really make your days uncomfortable and miserable. It can affect your energy.  It can affect the absorption of nutrients from the food you eat. I have been here and it’s part of the reason I became a Holistic Nutritionist.  

Check out these 5 helpful things I like to do to support my gut and digestion.

Germs and bacteria are heavily feared by many. We are a society who wants to eradicate them all. We love our antibacterial soap and sanitzers, mouthwash and cleaners. Wherever germs and bacteria hide, we wanted them eliminated.

Fibre is a Superhero in the food world. It’s benefits for the gut, hormone regulation, managing cholesterol, supporting appetite the list really goes on. However, here in North America our diet is very depleted in dietary fibre. So much so we buy fibre supplements to boost our consumption….

Over 11 years of feeding my mini human I have had to pivot, trial and explore different approaches. I found a few tricks to get my selective kids to eat dinner. For those who have kids who will eat anything and everything and I will be eternally envious. My 3 are not those kids.

Hormones are messengers that carry information from one part of our body to another. They affect us all and are regulated by a system called the endocrine system. Hormones work together to adjust according to our environment.

Protein is something that we hear a lot about in the health world. There is an abundance of protein supplements from drinks to powders. We hear over and over and over about consuming protein; ‘high protein’ diets have been the rage for awhile. Do we really know what protein does and why it is important? Do we even know how much we are meant to consume?

So many people may it through their day on coffee, sugar and often capping it off with a glass of wine (or something similar). We are riding high on stress and crashing into a state of exhaustion. Our body like a car needs fuel. It doesn’t function on empty. I have put together a few helpful tips to take you from surviving to thriving!