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Wellness Wednesday: The Difference Between Researching and Applying
In today’s information age, it’s easy to fall into the trap of believing that consuming the latest research and health advice equates to improving your wellness. However, distinguishing between merely gathering information and effectively applying it in your life is crucial for achieving sustainable health outcomes. As a health coach, I can tell you that while being informed is essential, knowing how to navigate and apply that information is what truly sets you on the path to success.
Wellness Wednesday: Fast Weight Loss Doesn’t Work
Understanding that weight loss is a gradual process can help set realistic expectations. It's essential to recognize that each person's body responds differently to dietary changes, influenced by genetics, health status, and lifestyle. For many, sustainable weight loss can take longer than expected, and this is perfectly normal.
Wellness Wednesday: The Low Carb Approach
Carbohydrates are the body’s preferred energy source, especially during high-intensity physical activities. When you consume carbs, your body converts them into glucose, which fuels your muscles, brain, and central nervous system. Glucose is stored in your muscles and liver as glycogen, which is essential for sustained energy, particularly during exercise.
Restricting carbohydrates too much can deplete glycogen stores, leading to fatigue, impaired performance, and even muscle breakdown. For those who exercise regularly, carbohydrates are critical for recovery and long-term performance.
Wellness Wednesday: Why Weight Loss Is Harder For Some Than Others
Losing weight is a challenging and often frustrating journey for many people, and it's not as simple as just "eat less and move more." There are complex psychological, biological, and behavioral factors that make the process difficult—often more difficult for some than for others.
Wellness Wednesday: One Big Meal Won’t Derail Your Progress
As the holiday season approaches, there's a common narrative that many of us have heard: "Beware of holiday weight gain." From Thanksgiving to Christmas, we’re bombarded with warnings about overeating and the idea that a single indulgent meal could unravel months of progress. But is holiday weight gain really as inevitable as it seems? And more importantly, does one large meal truly have the power to make the number on the scale skyrocket?
Wellness Wednesday: Why Poor Sleep Makes Weight Loss Harder
When we think about weight loss and fitness, diet and exercise are often the first things that come to mind. However, sleep is just as crucial—if not more so—when it comes to achieving and maintaining a healthy body. Scientific evidence increasingly shows that a lack of sleep can derail your health and fitness goals, making weight loss harder and increasing the likelihood of adverse health outcomes.
Wellness Wednesday: Are Artificial Sweeteners Really That Bad for You?
Artificial sweeteners: they've become one of the most polarizing topics in the nutrition world. From claims of weight gain, cancer risks, and gut damage to their supposed role in wrecking insulin sensitivity, it's no wonder many people are wary of them. But how much of what we hear is based on science, and how much is myth perpetuated by influencers, misinterpreted studies, or incomplete data?
Wellness Wednesday: Sleep, Long-Term Health, And Recovery
Sleep is far more than a period of inactivity. It is an essential time for the body to undergo crucial processes that affect your long-term health, recovery, and mental well-being. From the release of growth hormone to the consolidation of memories, each phase of sleep plays a unique role in ensuring your body and mind are functioning optimally.
Wellness Wednesday: Working Out While Under The Weather: The Real Impact of Germs, Cold Season, and Your Workout Routine
When you’re sick, especially with a respiratory illness, your immune system is already working overtime to fight off infection. Exercise, while beneficial for a healthy body, is an additional stressor. Under normal circumstances, this stress prompts the body to adapt and grow stronger. But when you're sick, adding a workout can overwhelm the system, potentially delaying recovery or making symptoms worse.
Wellness Wednesday: The Link Between Under Sleeping And Overeating
Let’s face it: if you’re struggling with weight or feel like you can’t achieve the physique you want, chances are, your eating habits are partly to blame. But it’s not just about what you eat—it’s about how much you eat. And the real question is, why do you eat too much? The answer goes beyond simple hunger pangs. Whether you wake up ravenous, snack throughout the day, or come home starving, it often feels like your stomach is in a constant state of "feed me" mode.