SWEET INDULGENCE THAT ISN'T A SIN Sweet Indulgences are naughty, right? Let's find out. Do you even know the meaning of the word Indulgence? According to Merriam-Webster's dictionary: an indulgence is the act of indulging in something. And indulging is further defined as: Willing to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration. The word was first used in the 14th century by the Roman Catholic church and was based on the remission...
Ok, so not even two days on a plant-based diet. More like by the end of the first day. Ugh. HERE'S THE STORY On Thursday, June 16th, 2022, I wrote the following journal entry - "After 15 months on a low-fat, plant-based diet, here are some of the issues & concerns I'm noticing - Seriously increased cracking sound in my knees & ankles - audibly. Muscle loss - noticeably in my upper body. I feel much weaker. Extremely thin & weak...
Will I see any benefit from adopting a carnivore diet? I decided to give it a try and find out for myself. I was eating a whole-food, plant-based diet for several months (off and on for y-e-a-r-s!) but that wasn't working for me. So, I decided to pull out all the stops and try this all-animal (no dairy for me) approach. Why the dramatic shift in my diet and lifestyle? Many people would probably assume I was eating a plant-based diet for ethical...
Now, here's something we all need for Halloween...like a hole in the head, lol! *Thanks to delish.com's Editorial Fellow, Megan Schaltegger, for this entertaining and delightful post making me aware of the trendy new cup! But seriously, I'm a huge Starbucks fan a-n-d Fall is my absolute favorite season of the year! So, ya, I'm happy to start thinking about preparing for Halloween and the upcoming autumn months! BRACE YOURSELF! There WILL be alot...
Are you as confused about diet and all the freaking weight-loss programs and theories out there as I am? In this Car-Chat video I share (most of) my personal story about the struggle I've been through trying to lose weight and achieve optimal health and wellness. I have been dieting, literally, since I was 10 years old. If people think it's a new phenomenon for kids to worry about their weight, I've got some news for you! Ya, I inherited my...
I have news that’s going to sweeten up your day (without a blood sugar spike). Perfect Keto has launched a new delicious Keto Bar flavor! Introducing Cinnamon Roll Keto Bars 🙌 🙌 🙌 Prepare your taste buds for delectable, cinnamon fireworks fresh out of the Perfect Keto kitchen wrapped in a crisp, new outfit. Think Cinnabon or Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, but without the messy icing, guilt, or sugar...
I'm sitting here in pain. Abdominal pain. It started late yesterday afternoon and it's now 8:05 the next morning. It kept me awake most of the night. It's a digestive thing. Nothing too serious...I can just tell. You know...the kind you feel after eating too many beans? Ya, that kind. But intense. It comes in waves, so it's not constant. But a new cramp comes on every few minutes and it makes me writhe and palpate my belly like I would knead a...
Have you been experiencing diet confusion? Frustrated by all of the conflicting and contradictory diet and nutrition messages out there? In particular, there is a major difference of opinion as to whether a low-carb, ketogenic diet, or a low-fat whole-foods/plant-based diet is the better choice for overall health, nutrition, and longevity. I know I've experienced more than my share of confusion on the subject! I watched this video by Ryan of...
Tracy talks about her struggle with weight and body image and the various diets and programs she has been on to try to lose the excess weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle. She also explains why she has decided to commit to a low-fat, high-carb, plant-based, starch-centered plan to achieve optimal health and weight results.
