There are so many things I wish I had been told before I gave birth. Like how I should only buy the zip-up jammies, like literally only buy those! No one has time to mess with buttons when they are trying to wrangle an infant who just had a blowout. I also wish someone had [...]
9/11 is my why - it is National Grandparents Day and the anniversary of 9/11. While 9/11 will forever be remembered, it is a monumental day for me. I look on social media and people recount what they were doing on 9/11, but I silently remember. I had walked away from what, to many, [...]
You’ve probably heard the saying, “You only have your health.” Your health is tied to so many things. The truth is, the healthier you are, the better you feel. And when you feel good, you can be an active participant in your life, rather than just a spectator. The key to maintaining your health is [...]
“Eat more fiber” is probably a phrase you’ve heard countless times before. According to the American Society for Nutrition, only 7% of adults meet fiber recommendations. Adequate fiber consumption is essential to lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. This is because fiber reduces cholesterol and regulates blood sugar levels. Indeed, [...]
Life is sometimes so busy that changing anything can feel like too much to handle. However as crazy as life is, waiting for a better time to start some healthy habits often leads to weeks, months or years without change or improvement in our health. Therefore, crazy or not, let’s look five things to consider [...]
When it comes down to my workout routine, strength training has become a focus since my early 20’s. I have yet to reach my goals, but I have stayed consistent to my exercise regimen. Here’s a little breakdown of what has helped me build strength. 1. Proper warm up routine: Now some of you may [...]
Dr. James loves to eat cole slaw, but I’m not a big fan. I wanted to try to create something without cabbage and I really enjoy how hydrating turnips can be when added to a dish. We tried multiple veggie combinations until we found the one we both loved. The finished product had a tart [...]
1. Check the temperature outside. As we get into colder months, dressing appropriately for a run can be more challenging. A quick look at the current weather and that for the next 1-2 hours can help create a game plan. Typically, I recommend dressing as if it is 10 degrees warmer than it actually is [...]
So far, I don’t personally know anyone that can say that 2020 has been easy or fun – we definitely cannot. We have been fortunate to keep our doors open, my heart still hurts for the businesses that have closed down their doors and are terminating jobs due to Covid. In keeping our doors open, [...]
When I found out I was pregnant, I scoured the Internet for the must have baby items. There is SO MUCH information and SO MANY opinions out there. I’m here to give you my top ten baby must haves! These are the items I could not live without and all but one item, I’m still [...]
