Recent Blog Posts

Because I often get questions like “What are the benefits of a Vegan Diet?”, I’ll be spending some time posting here more often about different diets, or ways of eating. I believe that no one diet works for everyone because we all have different biochemical make-ups. That said, the more you’re informed, the better you can piece together a way of eating that works best for you. The only way to know … [Read more...]

One of the most important aspects of healthy eating - in my opinion as a health coach - is understanding fullness. Until you learn the ins and outs of understanding fullness, nothing else about healthy eating will make much sense. I know this sounds vague, but let me explain.  First, there are two distinct types of hunger:  Physical Hunger: The kind of hunger you feel deep in … [Read more...]

This weekend in New York, we finally had Summer weather! After lots of rain and unseasonably chilly weather, I was elated that the temperature reached the 90's. David and I promptly decided that it was a beach day, but then, so did the rest of the city.  The thing about New York City is that sometimes even the simplest thing, like going to the beach, can become exhausting. Since the ferry … [Read more...]

It's the season for Farmer's Markets which means they're busier and more crowded than ever. In my experience, that means excitement about the idea of going, but extreme overwhelm once I step foot inside. However, with some perseverance, I've been able to figure out the secrets to navigating a Farmer's Market with ease. But, first, why even shop a farmer's market when you can accomplish the same … [Read more...]

Because I often get questions like "What is the Paleo Diet?", I'll be spending some time posting here more often about different diets, or ways of eating. I believe that no one diet works for everyone because we all have different biochemical make-ups. That said, the more you're informed, the better you can piece together a way of eating that works best for you. The only way to know what works for … [Read more...]

Can social media encourage healthy habits? According to a 2015 study out of South Dakota State University, smart phones and social media may help some adults make healthier food and fitness choices. Participants in the 15-month Young Adults Eating and Active for Health (YEAH) project received lessons and targeted messages about eating, exercise and stress management which successfully increased … [Read more...]

Last weekend, I taught a "Green Your Diet" workshop at Lululemon and a corporate wellness workshop too. In every workshop I teach and in my book, the main message I share is that the best way to see results is to focus on small changes that add up over time. What are those small changes? Sometimes, they can seem so insignificant that they may even elude you. That's why I put together this list of … [Read more...]