Nutrition guidelines that truly work. Part 1
THIS IS THE JOB THAT I LOVE: TO HELP PEOPLE GET ON THE PATH TO FIND WHAT THEY’VE WANTED ALL ALONG~ GOOD HEALTH AND LONGEVITY. IN THAT ORDER. Hello friends~ We already know that eating real food, and exercise (in that order) are the keys to good health. The “health and wellness” industry (the […]
The Monthly Recipe Issue: Cheese, Please!
Hello my friends, Spring is approaching (hard to believe today!), so we’re starting to see ads touting every type of diet – it’s insidious. Diets don’t work, which is why there are so many. We try one that works for a while, then it doesn’t, then we try it again, and it might seem like […]
Weight Loss BS
Hi Friends~ You’ve probably heard news about the miracle fat loss drug Ozempic or Wegovy. It works. Many who have struggled with obesity, or diabetes have benefitted. Semaglutide injection is intended to regulate blood sugar and insulin, but it’s been co opted by those who can afford it (up to $1500/month) as a get thin […]
We’re All Role Models
Hello friends~ It’s the best feeling when clients or family members let me know me that they’ve picked up some nugget of strength or nutrition wisdom. Sometimes they’ll say I inspired them to eat more protein and healthy carbs. Or they might tell me that they lifted a grandchild out of a pack n’ play […]
The 2023 Color Of The Year Is All About Optimism And Strength
Hello my friends~ Do you see personalities in colors? I definitely do. So it’s always been interesting to see what the Pantone Color Institute picks for the color of the year…this one deserves a drumroll… 2023! “Viva Magenta … live life boldly in the moment.” https://time.com/6238112/pantone-color-of-the-year-2023/ The color Viva Magenta “… vibrates with vim and vigor, […]
Say Yes.
Hello my friends~ I hope your holidays have been happy and peaceful, that you’ve challenged yourself a bit, learned some things, and that you’re looking forward to 2023. This is almost the 50th issue of Thoughtbox, and my sincerest thanks for reading and sharing. This is that weird time of year where we start thinking […]
My Gift For You Through The Holiday Season And Onward
Hello friends~ My gift for you this holiday season and for 2023 are the most important things you need to know about getting and staying strong. This issue is with acknowledgement and thanks to my friends, the experts at Feisty Menopause, (especially Selene Yeager, the author of the content in this issue), where researchers, doctors […]
The November Cooking Issue: Butternut Squash Risotto, Seared Broccoli Soup, And Spicy African Stew
Hello friends~ Even with the anticipation of the Thanksgiving holiday, I’m just not a big fan of November – onward to winter and snow please! I eventually get used to sundown at 4:30pm, and shake off Seasonal Affective Disorder with a simple, delicious meal to help warm the warm body and soul. Seasonal Affective Disorder […]
Lift Heavy Sh**
Helloooo~ Seen any good movies lately? You’ve probably noticed that young female actors are often paired with actors 30 years their senior. And that women of “a certain age” are underrepresented in film. Geena Davis has been addressing this issue with the Institute On Gender In Media. Here she is on WNYC The Takeaway. Emma Thompson […]
Your Monthly Recipe: Easy Grilled Salmon
Hello friends~ I hope you’re having a beautiful, fun summer! Summer days are long, and filled with activities, so let’s make dinner easy! One of my favorite summer dishes is grilled salmon. I love it year round, in the oven or grilled because it can be quick and easy to prepare, it’s delicious, and it […]