Vegetarian, Paleo, Keto, Vegan, Carnivore, Mediterranean, Pescetarian, which diet is the healthiest? Which diet is best for me? The quick answer is… all and none! It depends. You can be successful and relatively healthy in all of those, and you can be extremely unhealthy in all of them. It all depends on how you follow […]
Here’s Why Strength Training Is Not Optional in Midlife
You are in midlife, and you started noticing that your body does not look and function as it used to. You have done your research and took action towards improving your health. Most likely, you have made some changes to your nutrition. If you have not done so, do not wait, it is critical. Healthy […]
You Already Know the Diet That’s Perfect for You
It may come as a surprise but it’s true: you already know the diet that’s perfect for you. You may not be able to express it with words or translate it into a weekly meal plan. That’s because it’s not your mind that knows your perfect diet. It’s your body. Your body is much smarter […]
4 Areas of Your Life You Cannot Ignore If You Want to Be Healthy
You’ve had enough. You’ve been procrastinating using every plausible excuse, but now is finally the time. You will start eating healthy. Great, but not so fast! Let’s set some context first: Nourishing your body with the right stuff has never been more important, and challenging, as it is today. Health is not a destination you […]
How to Make Morning Exercise Possible When You Are Not a Morning Person
“You aren’t a morning person, are you?” he mused. “No, I’m not. There is a reason mornin’ and mournin’ sound the same.” L.A. Casey, Aideen Hitting the gym or running outdoors in the morning is a scary thought for many people. It can seem like “mission impossible!” I am not a morning person myself, and […]
What Got You Here Won’t Get You There
What would your ideal life look like? Would it be any different from the life you live today? Midlife is a good time to take stock of what got you “here” and to determine if it will get you “there” – to the life you truly want to create. Well-being I am sure you have […]
6 Ways You Sabotage Your Well-Being Efforts in Midlife
We all know the importance of a healthy lifestyle, especially in midlife. We have all tried, at different stages of our lives, to eat better, exercise more, and lose weight to be healthier. In midlife though, it is harder. Our bodies are not the same as when we were in our 20s or even in […]
4 Impactful and Sustainable Ways to Stay Fit in Midlife
If you are anything like the majority of people in midlife, your fitness level leaves a lot to be desired. You probably already know that exercise is one of the main pillars of good health, alongside good nutrition and sleep. But peeling yourself off the couch to hit the gym is just beyond your will […]
Healthy Eating in Midlife, What Makes Sense and What Doesn’t
I don’t even remember how many times I thought I’d found the perfect plan for healthy eating in midlife in the past few years. I’d stick to it for a few weeks until I’d find another article or book that suggested something entirely different. What healthy eating in midlife should really look like is still […]
Fasting, One of the Most Powerful Alternatives to Break Free from Dieting
Although fasting has been around as a practice since ancient times, it seems that it had been forgotten in the past few decades. Despite its recent popularity in the wellness world, it is considered a rather extreme option by the majority of people. Numerous studies in recent years show that there is a great range […]
No New Year’s Resolutions – Just 7 Easy Steps for the Best Year Yet!
New Year is usually the time for new year’s resolutions. It’s the time we feel compelled to commit to a brand new self, an upgraded version of ourselves, a version that is very close to perfection. You might be finalising yours as we speak. You might be sketching that perfect persona or imagining the new […]
Forget Dieting If You Want to Be Healthy in Midlife
They say that we are what we eat. Healthy eating is probably the most beneficial habit we can adopt in midlife to give ourselves the best chances for longevity and to maximize the quality of life in general. The Vicious Circle of Dieting Imagine that your goal is becoming healthier. You go online, do your […]