Posts Tagged ‘#sugardetox’
Atrial Fibrillation aka AFib
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is an irregular heartbeat that puts the patient at higher risk for stroke, heart failure and other cardiac conditions. When a heart is in AFib, the upper chambers of the heart are not beating in synch with the lower chambers, possibly causing weakness, shortness of breath and heart palpitations. AFib is not generally…
Read MoreLet’s Call Fat Shaming What It Is…Bullying
In this video below, late-night talk show host James Corden responds to a bit that another late-night talk show host, Bill Maher, did about the supposed “value” of fat shaming. Maher’s position is that overweight and obese people should be called out for the size of their bodies. Really??? And when has that ever been…
Read MoreExercise – The Prescription You Don’t Need From the Doctor
Please, don’t send hate mail if your doctor has told you not to exercise. This post is for people who are medically cleared to exercise and physically able to do so. If you’ve been reading my blog for a few months, you know that I have been on a fitness journey of my own. Since…
Read MoreBreaking the Cycle: 5 Steps to Take Control of Sugar Cravings
The good news? You can retrain your body and brain to break your dependence on sugar rushes. With some science-backed techniques, you can take control over cravings and stop sugar from running your life. Here are 5 strategies: Crowd Out Sweets – Fill up on fiber and protein at meals with volume-dense foods like vegetables…
Read MoreReady, Set, Goal! How to Stay Motivated to Reach Your Health Goals
Setting health goals like losing weight, eating better or exercising more is easy. Sticking with them long-term and staying motivated is harder. Without the right mindset and strategies, passion fizzles and goals fall by the wayside when life gets busy. Use these tips to fire up your motivation to reach your wellness goals: Set Specific…
Read MoreSleep Your Way to Slim: How Adequate Sleep Supports Weight Loss Goals
Getting enough high-quality sleep is essential for anyone trying to lose weight and balance blood sugar. When you don’t get 7-9 hours per night, your metabolism, hunger hormones, and blood sugar control all suffer. Prioritizing sleep is a science-backed way to boost weight loss success. How Sleep Affects Blood Sugar Not getting enough sleep impairs…
Read MoreHow to Break Emotional Eating Habits with Mindfulness
Emotional eating is using food to make yourself feel better, especially unhealthy foods high in sugar that can lead to weight gain and addiction and ultimately, to chronic illness like diabetes. Breaking this common habit requires self-awareness, which is where mindfulness comes in. Practicing mindfulness can help curb emotional eating triggered by stress, anxiety, sadness…
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