We had a recent week in our house that was so jam-packed with evening activities I needed to give careful thought to how I would keep us on track with home cooked meals. I am sharing a few of my tips, tricks and plan of attack here. Healthy eating with whole, minimally processed foods goes hand in hand with exercise to yield the biggest health benefits. […]
This simple, healthy, sheet pan dinner is one of our favorites for busy week nights. We enjoy it on repeat all winter long. […]
When I got the notification for this podcast, I knew immediately I had to share it with the Hyatt Training community. […]
It can be hard to sort through the noise and confusion of the health, fitness and nutrition worlds. But one truth backed by research and supported by experts is that strength or resistance training is the best thing you can do to improve your overall health. […]
The relationship between muscle, menopause and glucose are inextricably linked if you seek optimal health. A few weeks ago, we shared a post discussing the importance of muscle for metabolic health. Muscle — and, in particular, having more muscle — is linked to better insulin sensitivity and glucose utilization. The body also burns more calories at rest when it has a higher amount of muscle, making it easier to maintain a healthy body weight and also maintain bone density. […]
With our CSA wrapping up, our counter is overflowing with squash, onions and garlic. There’s simply no reason to order out! Check out some of our old favorites this season which are easily adaptable to whatever you have on hand. I love sharing here in case they inspire you too! […]
Our food system here in the United States is a complex topic, and even more so given that the cost of goods is increasing. What differentiates between an organic product and a conventional one? Or a “grass fed” piece of meat versus “grain fed?” And what’s this “pasture raised” stuff? […]
As a nutritionist and personal trainer, this post shares some of my favorite healthy meal-prep recipes. One of the most common questions I receive from clients is, “What should I be eating?” And while the answer to that question is going to vary from person to person, prioritizing veggies, fruit, lean proteins, complex carbohydrates, and fiber is a great place to start. […]
Healthy spring meals are on my mind! Almost overnight, winter gave way to warmth and sunshine. Like every year, when it happens, it happens almost instantly. With the arrival of warmer weather, I’ve been reflecting on our meals, recipes and nutrition routines and settling into our favorite, healthy recipes for spring. […]
It can be daunting to get organized with meal prep and planning. For all of us. Throw in additional family members and busy weeknights filled with activities, and it can be even more challenging to stay the course. Having support, a plan of action and a clear tie back to your goals and values can help to stay on track. The other night a friend (who is trained as a professional chef!) was telling me how she struggles to organize her family meals throughout the week, and she inspired me to share a few of my tips and tricks for keeping us on track with our goal of eating minimally processed, scratch-made meals (and not loose our minds). I originally wrote this post in 2018, but I’ve made some post-pandemic updates here throughout in April 2022. […]
Collagen has become a popular supplement in recent years and in this post we’ll share everything you need to know about collagen supplements. If you peruse your local supermarket’s supplement aisle, it’s not uncommon to find collagen in a capsule, infused in a coffee creamer, as a standalone protein powder, or in a topical cream. Supplementing with collagen allegedly slows signs of aging skin, increases skin elasticity, and reduces joint pain. But does it actually work? […]
Scratch cooking is always our jam, but we’re keeping things decidedly simple in the kitchen this season. Check out some of our favorite easy, healthy winter meals – I love sharing here in case they inspire you too! […]
How bad is it to eat right before you go to sleep? Is it that bad? Is it actually good? Is it not even worth worrying about? Common wisdom has often been that you shouldn’t eat anything after 7pm. It’s unclear where exactly this statement came from but logically speaking it makes very little sense when observed on an individual basis since not everyone goes to bed at the same time. […]
As cold and flu season descends upon us once again — along with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic — nutrition to boost your immune system is more important than ever. While interventions can be made using zinc, vitamin C, and vitamin D, there are also specific compounds in fruits, vegetables, and herbs that have antiviral properties. […]
I’m so excited to share Florasophy with the Hyatt Training community! I’ve been working behind the scenes for the last 10 months creating and launching this organic soluble fiber supplement with my good friend and functional nutritionist Megan Barnett, MS.. […]