On this episode of Navigating Nourishment, Wendy and Debbie dive into the pressure many people feel to look great for major life events, like a daughter’s wedding. Rather than focusing solely on appearance, they emphasize the value of feeling strong, energized, and confident. Together, they challenge the pitfalls of diet […]
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In this episode, we dive into the all-too-common tale of the dieting carousel, where quick fixes and one-size-fits-all solutions dominate the weight loss narrative. This is where our expertise as nationally board-certified health and wellness coaches comes into play. We’re not just about shedding pounds; we’re about fostering a deep, […]
by Debbie Peterson “I’m on day six of my cleanse,” the woman said to her friend sitting next to her at the chiropractic office waiting room. She was probably in her 60’s, graying hair, comfortable clothing. “Oh, how is it going?” The friend, probably around the same age, turned to […]
Is The French Paradox true? Maybe not. Still, perhaps the French know something we don’t about eating. In this short podcast, we discuss what Debbie learned about her trip to Paris and how we can adopt some of their cultural style, habits and ideas to have a richer experience when […]
Stop demonizing carbs. Stop demonizing any kind of food. Food is food – it isn’t good or bad. Food is nourishing or not nourishing. It is healthful or not healthy, but it isn’t a moral issue. You aren’t “good” or “bad” because you ate something. This is all diet culture […]
What you’re saying may be sabotaging your health goals Reframing our language The ‘diet culture’ is pervasive, kind of like the English ivy that has taken over my neighbor’s tree – it’s slowly killing it. Dead, choked branches falling off each year. As health and wellness coaches, we are here […]