As we set on a journey of a better and healthy lifestyle, we are bound to meet a lot of challenges. Switching to completely different eating and routine habits is not everyone’s cup of tea. It requires a lot of dedication and hard work to control your cravings, behavior, and eat healthily. However, the benefits […]
A few weeks ago, I spoke with Fernanda Castaneda, APRN, and Dr. Linda Marquez, D.C. on the topic of meal prep for health and fitness goals. This prompted me to write a little more on the topic. If you don’t have a meal plan that corresponds to your health goals, you may not be setting […]
Today, we are going to go into whether or not Intermittent Fasting (IF) is a feasible diet strategy, some of its benefits and pitfalls, and if it’s a good strategy for YOU. Let me start by saying that I am not necessarily an advocate for IF, nor am I against it. By reading this post, […]
Given it’s that notorious April 20th today, I’m going to go out on a limb here and share some tips I have for snacking when you have the munchies. Note: I am in no way advocating illegal use of marijuana, though here in Florida, it’s medical use is legal and totally therapeutic for its long […]
Mindfulness is something that I started practicing over a year ago. My predisposition to anxiety inspired me to learn how to be mindful but with this mindfulness practice I have also gained many additional benefits. Being mindful helps me chill out and be in the present. It also is extremely useful as a tool to […]
LIVE TOMORROW 2/3/21 at 1PM EST! Recording above! Come hear about the success Carmen Ventrucci Peterson has been having with Transcend Sustainable Weight Loss Coaching! Stay until the end for a killer deal toward your own personal transformation, with coaching starting February 15th! Please join the group and RSVP! 1. Join Sustainable Weight Loss Group […]
If you know me, I’m sure you know that I lost ~50 pounds several years ago. I have since kept it off by transforming my lifestyle. If you don’t know me, you can read a little about me here. Since then, I have been super passionate about nutrition and healthy living. I got certified as […]
Let’s clean up those health New Years resolutions and plan them so they don’t fall by the wayside! Download the worksheets here to follow along! Make Your Goal SMART First, we will look at making sure your goal is SMART. What health goals do you currently have? What do you think you want them to […]
Holidays are near and there is an abundance of calorie dense foods and treats being served. Even if you are still quarantined from Covid-19, holiday goodies are among us every where you turn it seems! How is one able to enjoy the food at family get-togethers and holiday parties without gaining weight over the holiday? […]