Plant-Based Finds I am not plant-based and I don't do fake meats or soy but I do like some of the newer plant-based products. Just Egg Just Egg is a plant-based Egg Substitute made of mung beans. I've been curious about this product ever since I heard an ad for it on one of my ... read more >
Nutrition Tips and Finds The link between smartphones and Poor Eating Habits According to findings presented by Korea University researchers at a 2021 virtual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, teens who spend more than 2 hours a day on their smartphones are less likely to eat fruits and vegetables, compared with those who ... read more >
Long after our hopes were dashed of a quick end to the 2020 Pandemic, I remember talking to people about what I was most looking forward to doing when the restrictions were loosened. When vaccinations started to increase and restrictions began to loosen in California, I expected to have a full social calendar but that ... read more >
"More is not better. Better is better. Do it Better before you do MORE" I used to say this a lot when I taught fitness classes because I could see that many people believed that in order to make progress faster, they would need to keep doing more and more. It's true in exercise that ... read more >
Happy 4th Quarter! 2021 is almost over. I can't even believe it. It feels like a lot has happened in the last 9 months and so my mantra to everyone is to give yourself time and to give yourself grace about how you're navigating life during this period of time. I recently attended my first ... read more >
The coldest winter I ever spent was summer in San Francisco - Mark Twain Tis True...Our summer normally starts after Labor Day so I will most likely be updating this post until October. LOL! Favorite Summertime Beverages Cheers to getting the Party Started Simpler Wines, Trader Joes I love these little wines! They have such ... read more >
When the gyms closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, I found myself needing something more to keep my workout motivation going. Fore years, I had been hearing about all of the awesome Peloton instructors so I decided to sign up for a 3-month trial membership. I was hooked. I don't have a Peloton Bike or ... read more >
As we approach the second half of 2021, I find myself at a mental crossroads. I attribute some of this to celebrating a milestone birthday in August and coming to terms with the symbolism of this milestone year but I believe the upheaval and uncertainty of 2020 have also played a significant role. I will ... read more >
Spring is the season of awakening, new birth, and the reminder that summer is coming!! As fresh produce comes in season, we exchange heavy soups and stews for Salads and Fresh Fruit. Allergies flare-up in the springtime and in addition to antihistamines, water is going to be your best friend! Skincare switches from heavier oils ... read more >
Our world is noisy. I get to a point where I have to withdraw to the wilderness and disappear. I don't want to hear another word. I don't want another distraction. I want peace and I want stillness. These words from Maria Shriver resonate strongly with me: Some weeks nothing comes to mind, no matter ... read more >
