Want to vs. Have to: The One-Word Change
Personality tests are very popular, and I do enjoy them. I also think they are somewhat limited in their value…
Unveiling the 8 Root Causes of Emotional Eating
Emotional eating is a complex behavior that often stems from underlying emotional, psychological, and environmental factors. It develops gradually, influenced…
Why Calling Yourself Fat Doesn’t Work and How to Stop
If you’re like so many of the women I work with, you struggle with negative self-talk when it comes to…
Why More Willpower Isn’t the Answer to Fight Food Cravings
Many women I work with in their 60s and beyond are frustrated that after decades of dieting and trying to…
Despite Popular Opinion, Laziness Has Almost Nothing to Do with Obesity
Fifty years into the obesity epidemic, people are quick to blame excessive weight on laziness. Well, I hate to dispel…
5 Belly Fat Mistakes Women Over 55 Need to Avoid
One of the most common questions I receive as a Personal Trainer for women over 55 is, “How do I…
Be Still My Eating Heart. How One Special Dessert Changed Everything
After a lifetime of being – uh – well-insulated, I lost 55 pounds in my early 40s and have kept…
Emotional Eating and Weight Management: Navigating the Connection
Emotional eating, the tendency to use food as a coping mechanism for emotional distress, can significantly impact weight management efforts.…
Do You Overeat to Avoid Wasting Food?
Do you feel compelled to eat everything on your plate because you feel guilty “wasting” food, even if it means…
Addressing Emotional Eating with Mindfulness, Awareness and Compassion
Emotional eating, the tendency to use food as a coping mechanism for emotional distress, can disrupt our relationship with food…
What Are the Benefits of Metabolic Surgery for Weight Loss?
Weight loss remains a significant concern for millions of individuals worldwide, as obesity continues to pose a threat to both…
Are Supplements a Waste of Money After 60?
At your local grocery store, you’ve likely passed the health section and saw the seemingly endless rows of supplements lined…