Balanced Energy and Nutrition

How To Eat Out (Vacation Style)

One of the best parts of summer is the time we take to explore new places and book that much needed vacation we deserve. I wanted to offer you a few quick tips to eating out, if you’re prioritizing health! Of course this is by no means to make you feel, “restricted” on your vacation. After all, some of my most vivid memories include trips to the Sundae Times Ice Cream Shop in Spring Lake, NJ with my family and cousins and I would’t trade my ice cream sundae for anything; especially after a long day on the beach. It’s all about balance. Read More

Coffee vs Matcha - What is Matcha, and is it really better than coffee?

Im going to spill the tea …. I know, I know… not another one about how I'm supposed to give up my coffee and drink what looks like some trendy form of morning pick me up.  Let’s face it coffee is a very common part of morning routines and I’m all for it. Im not here to completely deter you away from coffee as coffee offers many benefits but just like everything you consume its all about moderation and quality. Let’s get to the pros and cons and sort out all the conflicting information so you can learn to make an educated decision on what makes you happy and how you can feel your best. Read More

How Health Coaches Can Help Clients Ditch the Diet Mentality

Summer is here and as the weather heats up many of us feel the pressure to slim down. Every year we’re flooded with messages about “bikini bodies”, crash diets  designed to get our figures “ready” for the season.  As difficult as it may be I challenge my clients to make the conscious choice to subscribe to the school of thought that promotes healthy choices - be it food or lifestyle - for their inherent benefits, all year long - meaning intentionally and mindfully caring for, nourishing, and moving my body 365 days a year because I want to and because it feels good.  Read More

Dry Brushing 101: What it is & why you should start

Did you know that your skin is your body’s largest, most eliminative organ?  Your skin may be more important to pay attention to than you think. Healthy breathing skin greatly contributes to overall body health. Adding dry skin brushing to your daily routine improves the overall health of your skin as well as helping your body release unwanted toxins. Read More

How to Support a Healthy Microbiome

Almost 40 trillion gut microbes influence our health, that’s mind boggling! It’s no wonder the gut has earned the nickname “second brain”. Would you believe that the total surface area of our gut is approximately the size of a small studio apartment - this is why diet has such a profound impact on health! The gut is the place where your food is digested, metabolized, and absorbed to be delivered into the cells and provide the body with energy. Read More

Tips For Eating Well On A Budget

“Healthy food is just too expensive.”  If you’ve ever found yourself uttering those words, you’re not alone. Feeling good, looking your best, and being vibrantly healthy are invaluable. Still, an empty bank account certainly won’t help your stress levels. Switching to real food is a wise choice for your health but let me show you how to do it without emptying your wallet in the process.  Read More