The accident taught me that health is not the absence of symptoms. It’s the ability to continue living fully while caring for the body that carries you there. Most of us have a “before” and “after” story somewhere in our lives. We...
As a nutritionist, I have spent decades teaching people about healthy eating. I can explain fiber, protein, omega-3 fats, inflammation, blood sugar regulation, and the microbiome. I know which foods are rich in nutrients and why they matter. But recently, I learned a...
What is a Misogi? According to Depth Not Width, “Misogi is an ancient Japanese Shinto practice of water purification. Traditionally, it involves standing under an icy waterfall or bathing in a freezing river to wash away spiritual impurities and ego. In modern...
Day 6 Breakfast: Triple Berry Smoothie 1 scoop whey protein powder, 3 tablespoons ground flaxseeds, 1 cup blackberries, 1 cup kale, 1 cup almond milk. I didn’t have almond milk, so I placed 1 ½ cups of water in my Vitamix and added about 2 tablespoons of almonds, and...
Day 4 I’m only on Day 4, and I made myself a promise I would track my food for 2 weeks, so I will, but this is tougher than I thought it would be. I am so full all the time, which is not my favorite feeling. I am surprised by this exercise, as I generally eat lots of...
