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550 to Life: Breaking out of My Mental Prison
Five hundred and fifty pounds. How did I get to this point? That’s the question I’m constantly asking myself. I’ve been overweight since I was a child. I hit puberty headfirst around eight years old and the weight just kept piling on. I can remember being in the 5th...
Zuppa Toscana with Cauliflower
(Serves 6) This recipe removes the potatoes out of traditional Zuppa Toscana and replaces them with a healthier alternative, cauliflower. Â Ingredients: 1 pound ground mild Italian sausage (I prefer chicken Italian sausage) 1 1/4 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes 6...
Quick and Easy Spaghetti Sauce
(Serves 6) Ingredients: 1/2 cup minced onion 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1/2 cup water or chicken broth 2 tablespoons of sugar substitute such as monk fruit or stevia 2 1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon salt...
Marinated Greek Steak Salad Bowl
(Feeds 3-4) Ingredients Salad: 1 pound Flat Iron (you can also use Ribeye but it’s fattier) 1 head lettuce 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 medium sized cucumber, seeded and diced ½ cup chickpeas 1 cup chopped red bell peppers 1 chopped avocado ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped ½...
The Importance of Proper Rest and Stress Management
In today’s fast-paced world, it can be difficult to find time to rest and relax. But it’s important to make time for both, as they are essential for our physical and mental health.
Proper rest refers to getting enough sleep and taking breaks throughout the day. Sleep is when our bodies repair and restore themselves, so it’s important to get 7-8 hours of sleep per night.
Optimum Nutrition, Exercise, and Self-Care: The Keys to a Healthy Lifestyle
When it comes to living a healthy lifestyle, there are three key things you need to focus on: optimum nutrition, optimum exercise, and optimum self-care.
Optimum nutrition means eating a healthy diet that provides your body with the nutrients it needs to function at its best. This includes eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein.
The Importance of Overall Wellness
Wellness is the state of being in good physical, mental, and social health. It is not just the absence of illness, but a more holistic approach to health and well-being. Overall wellness is important because it can:
