If you want to lose fat, improve your health, and feel better in your body, you probably already know that eating better plays a big role. The challenge is figuring out where to start. With so many diet trends, conflicting advice, and restrictive eating plans out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. And if you’re like many women, you’ve probably already tried the complicated, all-or-nothing approach to “healthy eating.” The good news is it doesn’t have to be that way. Instea

There is nothing worse than thinking you're making better food choices, when it turns out you’re really not. Ugh. All that hard work wasted! When you set out to eat better, you may be tempted to start by cutting out all the foods you love, dropping your calories crazy low, and veering toward the cleverly marketed "health foods." And it can feel all consuming. As a nutritionist and weight loss coach, I see it all the time. Clients come to me after making a few healthy changes

If you're new to meal planning, figuring out what to cook each week can feel overwhelming. Do you need to plan every meal? Cook everything from scratch? Spend hours in the kitchen to make it work? It’s no wonder so many people give up before they even get started. The truth is meal planning doesn’t need to be complicated. In fact, the simpler you keep it, the more likely you are to stick with it. With just a few small strategies, you can save time, reduce stress around food,

If you've ever set a goal for to eat better in an effort to lose weight and "get healthy" then chances are you’ve followed some sort of...

How much do you know about the role your gut health plays in your health and wellness? If you have ever heard of the stomach referred to...

Have you ever been halfway through a workout and suddenly the feeling hits you – nausea!! Argh! What is this happening? You were moving...

Post workout nutrition... is it important? Yes! During your workout your muscles are hard at work, utilizing glycogen stores for fuel...

Fueling up before your workout… does it really matter? The short answer is yes! Have you ever found yourself tired, dragging on energy...

Understanding Sugar in Midlife: Why the Type Matters Sugar is one of the most confusing topics in health and weight loss — largely because of years of mixed messages from diet culture. And while I’m a big believer in balance, where enjoyment and nourishment can coexist, I often see added sugars quietly sabotaging health, energy, and fat loss goals in midlife. Many women assume sugar is simply “bad,” but the reality is more nuanced. There’s an important difference between natu

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How much sleep do you average a night? 4 hours, 6 or maybe you are one of the lucky one's getting a full 7 to 8 hours? You might be...

Every single morning, before I eat or drinking anything, I kickstart my day with a big glass of lemon water. In colder months I warm a 12...

That funny looking thing that rather resembles a root sitting there on the shelf in your grocers produce section, that's ginger! Ginger...

You may think being a Health & Fitness Coach means I live an amazingly super healthy lifestyle – and it’s easy! Well actually, there are...

Just a whiff of cinnamon can conjure up great memories, get our taste buds salivating, and cause us to crave the comfort of a favorite...

I swear by the "a sweet potato a day let's this Coach Mindy play," rule because they are a powerhouse of nutrition and have been a big...

Looking for a simple way to empower your health and wellness? Explore the power of spices! This week's tip shares the many health...

Did you know March is National Nutrition Month? Healthy and balanced nutrition is essential to supporting healthy body function and...

Did you know  February is National Heart Health Month ? It’s the perfect time to pause and focus on simple, everyday habits that can strengthen your heart and protect your long-term health — especially in midlife, when heart health becomes even more important. According to the  American Heart Association ,  1 in 3 women will be diagnosed with heart disease  in their lifetime. While that statistic can feel alarming, here’s the empowering truth:  heart disease is often preventa

As women move through midlife, heart health deserves a little extra attention. Hormonal shifts, changes in metabolism, increased stress, and busy schedules can all impact blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and overall cardiovascular health. The good news? Supporting a healthy heart doesn’t require extreme changes or perfection. In fact, the most powerful habits are often the simplest — especially when they’re consistent and realistic. Here are three foundational ways