Marriage brings many beautiful changes—shared dreams, deeper intimacy, and yes, changes in how (and what) you eat. Whether you’re newly married or have been together for decades, research shows that marriage affects nutrition and eating habits in real and lasting ways. As a dietitian who has counseled couples and individuals on nutrition for the last several years,…
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Macronutrients 101: Proteins, Carbs, and Fats Explained Simply
If you’ve ever tried to eat healthier or looked at a nutrition label, you’ve probably heard the term macronutrients. But what exactly are they—and why do they matter? Macronutrients, often called macros, are the nutrients your body needs in large amounts to function properly. There are three main types: protein, carbohydrates, and fat. Each plays a unique and…
How to Reinvent Yourself & Create Your Dream Life
In today’s post, we are talking all about how to reinvent yourself. I recently moved several states away from my hometown which has allowed me to take a look at my life from and overarching and detached perspective. It made me realize I am not pursing my dream life. So, whether you have also recently…
How Moving Your Body Everyday and Having a Regular Exercise Routine Helps to Manage Stress
Moving your body each and every day has a wide scope of benefits from improving your mood and mental health, to increasing your strength, stamina, flexibility, and overall improving your physical health. One of the most beneficial aspects of bodily movement and regular exercise is that is helps to manage your stress level. This post…
8 Ways to Remember to Drink Water
We have all been told that hydration is important – here are 8 ways to not only remember, but to encourage you to drink more water. Hydration is important regardless of the season. Water is needed throughout the body to function properly as it plays a role in metabolism, digestion, temperature regulation, cellular function, and…
Stop Dieting and Start Creating a Lifestyle
I am not sure if I have ever mentioned this, but I am currently a dietetic intern in my master’s program and on my way to becoming a registered dietitian. For the most part, I generally like to let people test the waters with diet to see what they do and do not like and…
15 YouTubers I Watch For Motivation and Inspiration
I have watched YouTube since way back when I was in middle school when both watching YouTube for lifestyle content was not as common and the desire to be a “YouTuber” was even more of a rarity. I’ve loved YouTube for nearly a decade and have even considered making videos because I just love the…
My New Years Goals For 2020
It’s that time of year again! I am not one of those people that only makes New Years goals and then forgets about them. I am an extremely goal oriented person, maybe even to a fault, and so I have goals for each month and even things I want to accomplish each day. I will…
Outdoor Spring Activities
Spring is one of my favorite seasons to do things outside because it is just the right temperature. I guess I’m like Goldie Locks, if it is too cold I’m not happy and if it’s too hot I’m also not happy. So spring is my favorite time to get outside and do things. Today I…
25 Motivational Quotes to Start the Year Off Right
You might have picked up on this by now, but I am a HUGE quote person. I believe they have the power to change your mood, your attitude, your day, and even your life if you believe in them. If you find a quote that really resonates with then you won’t be able to get…
Life Made Wholesome 