Let’s talk about the real reason diets don’t work—and what actually does. We get it. The promises are everywhere— “Drop 10 pounds in 10 days!” “Shrink your waistline with this one secret food!” The diet culture thrives on urgency for change and unrealistic outcomes. And when you’ve been conditioned to believe results […]
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How much fiber is in food? In our Navigating Nourishment Podcast titled Fiber is Preventive Medicine, we explore the importance of fiber, what it is, myths about fiber, and ideas for how to get more. Below is a list of foods with their grams of fiber. We encourage you to […]
“I don’t have the time or energy to make changes. It’s just too much, and I wouldn’t even know where to start.” Sound familiar? Maybe you’ve said those words out loud—or at least thought them. I know I have. In fact, as I’m writing this, I can think of a […]
In this post, we are going to explore some powerful reasons to start meditating today. Think you’re a terrible meditator? Perfect. This post is for you. Meditation isn’t about clearing your mind or sitting still like a monk (though you can if that feels right for you). It’s about noticing—over […]
Ever get tempted by the adds for a shamrock shake? We decided we needed to create a version we are calling Nourish Shamrock Shake that fills our bellies with nourishment and has that great natural green glow people want. Here is our twist – we sure hope you will enjoy! […]
It can be super challenging in a world full of constant media inputs to shift our mindset. What we focus on grows. If you are feeding your mind news and social media all day long, it’s going to bring you down, not up. Studies are proving this over and over […]
The winter solstice – Saturday, December 21,2024 – the longest night of the year, marks a powerful moment of stillness and transition. It is a time when the earth seems to pause, inviting reflection and renewal as the cycle of light begins to shift. This ancient event has long been […]
Preparing for the Holidays: Strategies for Mindful Living and Restful Nights This particular group has been together for almost two years, meeting weekly over Zoom. This sample was from our latest meeting on Tuesday, November 12th. The conversation revolved around the benefits of morning routines, the impact of strength training […]
by Wendy Bright-Fallon Here is a story about what the NYC Marathon taught me about grit. How much resilience and grit do you have? Good news: We have much more than we think. Most people never run far enough on their first wind to find out they have a second. […]
Have you ever paused to ask yourself – “What makes me come alive?” In sessions with clients, we’ve asked similar questions. Our clients answer one of two ways – they either start rattling a list of things like: dancing my ass off, gardening with nothing in my head, painting that […]
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 […]
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 […]