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Peanut Butter Cups – A Recipe for That Time of the Month
It’s like clockwork every month! Our hormones go amok, and we’re hit with PMS and the accompanying sweet tooth cravings. Why does this happen? Our body’s natural response to hormonal changes around our period can cause a drop in blood sugar levels. And this can lead to cravings for foods loaded with sugar. Sure, it’s nice to treat yourself during this time. Heck, you deserve it! But you should still be mindful to not overdo it with junk food that can sabotage your fitness goals. You may enjoy it for a moment, but once the sugar rush dissipates, you’re right back to craving sweets again. There’s more. Sugar, particularly refined…
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Want Less Stress? Try These 5 Foods
Just thinking about all the chores that are piling up, all the errands you have to run, the looming work deadlines, and the social demands on your overbooked calendar can run you ragged. Talk about stress! If left unchecked, stress can lead to many health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and high blood pressure. Not to mention stress can also take a toll on your thoughts and behavior. When life gets hectic and we’re feeling stressed, we tend to put healthy eating on the back burner. But heading to the vending machine or grabbing a meal at the drive-thru won’t alleviate the stress in your day. When it comes…
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17 Simple Ways to Practice Holiday Self-Care
[disclosure] I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and found everything they wanted on Black Friday! The holidays are now in full swing. I love this time of year – family, friends, food, and everything! Especially the cookies…yum! With all the things we have to do during this season, it’s easy to let self-care slip down the priority list. There’s not a lot of time or energy to devote to yourself. And before you know it, you’re stressed, exhausted, and maybe even sick. Time to take back control and schedule some self-care. The good news is that self-care doesn’t need to be expensive massages or yoga retreats (although they…
