Afternoon Energy Boosters
We all know the feeling – the clock is creeping towards that mid-afternoon fatigue that seems to all of a sudden hit. Whether you are working, home with kids, or trying to accomplish something at home, most of my clients …
This & That about Fat
Fat is one of the three macronutrients that provides our bodies with energy. We get it from animal sources and plant sources. Fat in our meals can have a few functions, from making our food taste good to helping us …
How to Help a “Picky” Eater
Being “picky” is common among young children. All children need time to explore and experience new foods in order to eat them. Some kids may get “stuck” in a pattern of being picky. As a parent, this can be worrisome …
Don’t Freeze Up in the Freezer Aisle
Who doesn’t love convenience? I think that’s why most of you are here – to find ways to make eating easier! Frozen food in general is a great option. Most of my veggies for my family come from the freezer! …
What You Need to Know About Sodium
What is sodium? Sodium (Na) is an electrolyte that has an important role in our bodies. Sodium and potassium work together to generate nerve impulses in the body. Sodium helps us to maintain hydration, as water is attracted to it. …
Packable Lunches
Lunch is the hardest meal of the day for a lot of my clients. We often spend our energy planning dinners, grabbing something familiar for breakfast, and then there’s…lunch. Throw in the pandemic that left a lot of people working …
Self Care Check-In
When you think about self care what things come to mind? Perhaps a massage or manicure? Getting together with a friend for coffee? Taking a peaceful walk by the ocean? While all of these things are considered self-care (and sound …
4 Steps to Happy Healthy Hydration: Step 1
Step 1: Why is it important to stay hydrated? Let’s start with the importance of staying hydrated everyday. Considering our bodies are made up of 60% water (and our brains are 80% water!) it stands to reason that both the …
4 Steps to Happy Healthy Hydration
Welcome to Vita’s Happy Healthy Hydration Mini Course! Water is without a doubt the most important nutrient available to us yet somehow it gets overlooked way too often. It’s especially important to stay hydrated during these hot summer months while …