Thai Green Curry Stir Fry with Okra, Eggplant and Peppers

I think everyone’s New Year Resolution should be to eat more vegetables!  The one thing in common among all the different and often opposing diet philosophies  (keto, vegan, paleo, low-carb, high-fat, low-fat), is they all recommend eating more vegetables!   But don’t  just eat more vegetables, eat more VARIETY.  Did you know that 90% of…

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Desire + Action = Success

Peloton? Keto? No, your mindset is your most effective tool.  “Desire + Action = Success”  To be successful at weight loss, you need to first know your “why”. Why do you “desire” to lose weight? This give you motivation to pursue your goals and also creates momentum for change.  But desire alone is not enough.…

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6 Mind Tricks To Resist Food Temptations

Your mind is your most powerful tool for weight loss, don’t let it sabotage your success.  Whenever you are tempted to eat unplanned or unhealthy food, use as many of the mindset Resistance Techniques as necessary.  Stay the consistent, and results will follow.   RESISTANCE TECHNIQUE 1 – SAY TO YOURSELF, “NO CHOICE” This short phrase helps…

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Jerusalem Lentil Soup

From the famous longstanding Jerusalem Restaurant in Toronto, this recipe proves that a few humble staples as rice, lentils, stock and spices, can transform into satisfying and healthy meal.  Pair with quinoa tabbouleh salad and you’re all set!

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Why Your Belly Bloats And How To Get Rid of It Fast

Belly bloat, it’s not fat but it might as well be since it causes the same uncomfortable and unsightly belly distension.  If you start the day with a relatively flat belly, only to end it with a stomach so swollen you look like you’re a few months pregnant, then read on to find out which…

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Don’t Be a Slave To Your Scale

Weighing -in daily can help you stay engaged and on track with the diet.  However daily weight fluctuations can cause you to feel discouraged or confused about what’s happening to you.   Weight changes may be related to changing body fluid levels or bowel habits rather than gains or losses in body fat.

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