The What:Weight gain: what’s REALLY happening?So many women think weight gain and any of the mounds of symptoms are a GIVEN when it comes to menopause. Before…during or AFTER.We don’t “just” become heavier – our body composition changes. On top of which….food intake doesn’t change to match this AND with many, activity decreases.The why:Many women gain weight and think “this…
Q’n’A: Exercising.Carolyn: We read so much about exercise but I’m still a bit confused: what should I be doing as I near menopause and become post? Great question! We were brought up to slog it out; sweat it out – go HIIT or go home. And yes, as with anything, there is a time and a place for anything. However if you…
Christmas can be stress-free….”Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas treeeeee…….” And so the music begins. The decorations have to go up, presents bought, parties attended – or hosted, work organized so you’re ready for the new year; and……what about the family dynamics that need dealing with and…All. That. Food. Right? Christmas every year can seem like a time that is stressful; can BE stressful….but there IS…
What the ‘0’?About Omega 3 Fish oilsRemember; we literally are what we eat. And…. getting the omega’s into our diet is key for us; for so many reasons (and more so if you are of the menopausal age … check out our upcoming interview with Corinna Belizzi on this topic on my show “The Modern Woman’s Menopause Show/ episode available…
7 Reasons Why to Use Coconut Oil It is a common misconception that coconut oil is bad for you. People all over the world are experiencing the healthy benefits of using coconut oil. It is actually one of the healthiest oils you can consume. Here are the top seven reasons to consider coconut oil as an alternative to other common…
Amazing Anti-Oxidants The prefix ‘anti’ means against, in opposition to, or corrective in nature. In this case, the ‘anti’ in antioxidant describes the effect these chemicals have against oxidants. Oxidants, usually referred to as ‘free radicals’ are produced as a natural by-product of the millions of biochemical processes undertaken by the body every minute. The same life-giving oxygen that supports all…
Lose Weight: How to Exercise and Burn Fat on a Busy Schedule: The “T” Word. In my fitness consulting business, I get the opportunity to talk with women especially from all walks of life about their health, fitness, and weight loss goals (amongst other things). Whether their goal is to lose weight, gain muscle, stick to an “eating strategy” ), or…
Why putting together Your daily/ weekly eating plan decreases stress, makes you more productive and changes how you see your day…. Planning your meals wisely is key to not only staying physically fit and healthy, but also to staying mentally strong and being able to best manage your levels of stress. Think about it for a minute; is…
Eating your stress goodbye This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never…
Cardio over 40 – the what, they why and the how.It’s logical that many women get on a treadmill, elliptical, bike or otherwise (including running) not just for health but with the goal of losing weight. I’ll begin with a guide of what we should aim for now we are over forty and/ or somewhere along menopause (that’s from pre to…