Sometimes, the bright shiny objects of the “health industry” can play tricks with our resolve to stick with the basics. Truth is, the basics are gold. And the basics don’t really change as we age. We get it, the sound of losing 15 pounds in 15 days – OR the […]
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When it comes to your health and wellness, when do you harness grit vs grace? In this episode of Navigating Nourishment, Debbie and Wendy discuss the balance between grit and grace in overcoming adversity, emphasizing the importance of recognizing one’s stories, practicing self-compassion, and maintaining resilience while also being gritty […]
It might not be a sexy topic, but the value of fiber is preventive medicine! In this Navigating Nourishment podcast, Wendy and Debbie discuss the importance of fiber in our diet, highlighting its various health benefits, including preventing constipation, lowering cholesterol, promoting gut health, and providing prebiotics. They emphasize the […]
There are unexpected health issues post-menopause. In this latest episode of Navigating Nourishment, we speak candidly about our personal experiences with menopause. We acknowledge the lack of education our doctors are given in medical school and the lack of research on women’s health that has lead to the chaos women […]
The other day, I heard a woman use this phrase when talking about eating a croissant. I immediately had a visceral response. “No!” I wanted to yell at her. “There’s no guilt! Just enjoy that delicious flavor and texture of the croissant. Savor it.” Of course, in reality, I said […]
In this Navigating Nourishment Podcast, Debbie and Wendy discuss the essential elements for a nourishing summer. They emphasize the importance of connecting with nature, practicing mindfulness, and prioritizing self-care through activities like napping, movement, and socializing. Debbie highlights the natural cravings for sweets during the summer and suggests replacing them […]
This podcast was inspired by clients asking us: “Are 100 calorie snack foods ok to eat?” It got us thinking – What makes up 100 calories of snack food? Here is our answer. In this Navigating Nourishment Podcast, Wendy and Debbie discuss the importance of prioritizing nutrient-dense snacks for sustainable […]
Debbie and Wendy share their strategies for tackling clutter in a mindful and intentional way. Debbie emphasizes starting small, dedicating five minutes a day to organizing, and promising oneself a win. Wendy highlights the importance of having an accountability partner and taking small steps towards a goal. Both agreed that […]
It struck us as funny that day that one of our colleagues came in with an experience she had at a restaurant meal with friends recently. When she was talking about wellness with her friends and mentioning meditation practices, the woman declared that “meditation is dead,” meaning passe or not […]
Too often, we don’t stay hydrated when we are sweating and working out. Here, we share a homemade electrolyte drink that gives you the fuel to push forward without too much sugar and artificial ingredients that plague the sports drink industry. There are common ingredients that we all have in […]
There are so many yummy pesto combinations and this one really hit the umami punch with a pairing of nutritional yeast and miso paste. Lots of kale is popping up in my garden from last year’s planting and this was the start to the pesto. I chose nutritional yeast instead […]
Fig Stuffed Cookies for a crowd. “One of the best cookies you have ever made.” Dana This all started with having a bag of dried figs and wondering what I could do with them. I considered some sort of bar but I wanted something that was not crumbly and I […]