Chronic inflammation has been my story for the past two decades. It gradually crept up on me and then ruled my life. Simple every day things I could no longer do like laying in bed, drawing my legs up and then letting them flop to the side. The tendons in my groin area would hurt …
Ok, so you’re eating pretty healthy, drinking plenty of liquids, losing weight, but STILL inflammation seems to plague your body! Inflammation in the joints as we age can be a BIG reason why we just can’t do the things we use to. It hurts when we stand at the sink too long doing dishes, or when …
Most of us LOVE to get out in the sun to take a walk on the beach, a swim in the pool, or weeding and planting in our garden. The outdoor activities that we enjoy can be endless. But, as we age, one of the biggest side affects of being awesomely drenched in the sun …
If you’ve had a tough morning, it might be time to get a lunch smoothie for a mid-day boost! I get it! The daily grind can sometimes wear you down to the nub and you’re emotionally SPENT by noon! 🤯 It might be tempting to grab something calorically dense that will initially raise your serotonin …
There are lots of differing opinions out there about ‘how often should I weigh myself?’ Some “experts” say that once a week is all you need to keep you on track. Unfortunately, I don’t agree with that. I believe that accountability should be daily. Every day should be a renewed commitment to your goals. Life …
Are those late evening snacks sabotaging your goals? Other members in your household are eating crackers, chips, and cookies after dinner and you just really NEED a snack, too! Don’t despair! There are LOT’S of alternative SATISFYING options out there! Options that will satiate your cravings and teach you how to Curb Those Munchies! (the …
So, last week I posted three common pitfalls to NOT making your Subtract the Years goals. This week I’m giving you the Motivation to Continue – Three additional Pitfalls to avoid! We all need to find those hidden obstacles that hinder our progress in getting where we want to go. Our little habits that get …
How are you doing? Are there any bumps along your road? Learning to accept that others are on a different path than you, can be difficult. Your initial motivation to continue your Lifestyle Choice can be challenging for various reasons. Your family still isn’t on board. Work distractions are many, or you’re just plain bored! …
Are you losing weight, eating healthy foods, and STILL seeing your face age quicker than you’d like? Your fat cells are shrinking, but your skin isn’t keeping up? I hear ya! After a little research, I’ve seen and read some Very promising results with face yoga. It turns out that practicing Face Yoga to Tighten …
So, you’ve written out your plan for the beginning of the year. You’ve set out a couple of motivational quotes where you like to hang out. That’s a great start! But, are you going to have that motivation to continue when your family isn’t supportive? They SAY they support you, but then they bring home …
