I studied nutrition in college about four years ago, and was taught the importance of low fat diets, calories in and calories out, that red meat was bad for your heart, and that artificial sweeteners were the best replacement for those at risk of diabetes. I began to notice that many of the dietitians and professors that were teaching me these “rules” were suffering from … [Read more...]
Hi, I’m Katie.
I live in San Diego and am currently studying at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. I have been looking for the perfect place to share my nutrition findings, and I am so lucky and grateful to Jennie for letting me take over here! Here’s a little about me. . I always considered myself a healthy person. . I have tried hundreds of diets, everything from being … [Read more...]
My FAVORITE Easy Paleo Tip: Packing Lunch!
Dinner Tonight: . Lunch Tomorrow: . This is the practice that has made the biggest difference in making our Paleo lifestyle EASIER (for more tips like this one, check out my eBook). I make dinner in my kitchen almost every night. And every night I pack lunches for the following day. What this means is that I have to consciously make the effort to prepare enough … [Read more...]
AN UPDATE: My 43-Day Challenge
I saw this quote on Pinterest, and I really love it! Are you working through some goals right now? Don't quit! If you have been keeping up with my 43-Day Challenge, then THANK YOU! For more information on what I've been doing, click here. I am still pressing on, and really enjoying some fantastic benefits! You have probably noticed that I have not been blogging as much … [Read more...]
Big Goal #8: Stress Less!
Does this picture say "stress less," or what? I saw it on Pinterest (follow me!), and it immediately made me long for a relaxing afternoon at the beach... with my own personal hot tub, or course - HAHA! Stressing less was part of my New Year’s Resolutions for 2012, but I honestly haven’t kept it at the forefront of my mind. In addition, several very stressful events have … [Read more...]
