
Life Well Lived Blog
How to Improve Sleep for Weight Loss and Mental Health
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about sleep: learn how to sleep better in order to feel refreshed, how it effects your hormones, the answers to the most commonly asked sleep-related questions, and so much more.
The Difference Between Inflammation and Bloating: and How to Decrease Both
The terms bloating and inflammation are often used interchangeably. After all, they both lead to a puffy, uncomfortable feeling, right? Well, not exactly.
Why a Calorie Deficit Doesn't Work
One of the most commonly used ways to lose weight is the caloric deficit. The idea is simple: eliminate as many calories as you can in order to decrease the number on the scale. Generally, the recommended daily calorie intake is 2,000 calories a day for women and 2,500 for men.
The 9 Most Powerful Benefits of Turmeric
Turmeric is the number one food on the Anti-Inflammatory Food Index. In fact, studies have shown it to be a more effective anti-inflammatory treatment than common inflammation-fighting medications such as ibuprofen and aspirin.
Are Natural Sweeteners Healthy
If you have a sweet tooth and constantly feel the need to get your sugar fix, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that the average American consumes 17 teaspoons of sugar every day! So, today I’m going to tell you about another option: natural sweeteners! I’m going to talk about some of the most common natural sugar substitutes plus give you their pros and cons.
The Dangers Women Face When They Consume Too Much Protein
We’ve all heard about how protein is good for a woman’s diet and how we need to make sure we have enough protein-rich foods on our plates. But, is it possible to have too much of a good thing? Could some women be eating too much protein?
How to Decrease Bloating
Feeling bloated ranks pretty high on the list of the most uncomfortable feelings you can experience. When your stomach feels like a balloon that wants to pop, but can’t, you’re left feeling downright nasty.
7 Ways to Overcome Your Digestive Issues
If you suffer from digestive issues like bloating, gas, upset stomach, heartburn, and any of those conditions’ first cousins, you know it can become painful and sometimes embarrassing. If they happen frequently, they can also cause some major interruptions in your 9-5.
What Nutrients Should Women Focus on As They Age?
Whether we like it or not, change comes with age. You can fight it or you can embrace it and make the adjustments that come with adding a few candles to your birthday cake. For women, that means zeroing in on essential nutrients that can make them age gracefully.
How to Reduce the Symptoms of Menopause
Menopause is a natural part of a woman’s life and is a normal part of aging. While it’s certainly is a time of change, there’s a lot you can do to keep the symptoms from becoming more serious. So, in this post, I’m going to explain the stages of menopause and also provide 14 natural things you can do to reduce the symptoms associated with menopause.
How to Overcome the All-or-Nothing Mindset
There’s a particular mindset that will always prevent you from reaching your goals if you don’t take care of it. I’m talking about the all-or-nothing mindset.
A Conversation with Executive Chef Scott Winegard of CIVANA
Scott Winegard is the Executive Chef of the two restaurants at CIVANA in Carefree, Arizona. During our stay, we had a chance to sit down with him and talk about all things food: where he finds inspiration, what’s his favorite menu item, and what he eats when he’s home just to name a few.
How to Reduce Inflammation Without Medication
A great deal of your inflammation is caused by the foods you eat and your daily habits. So, I’m going to give you seven things to reduce your inflammation that are within your control.
Can Nutrition Affect Your Anxiety?
When it comes to what affects anxiety we often think of genetics, sleep, life events, and our general predisposition to stress. Other than sleep, we think about factors mostly outside of our control. But what if there was another major factor we could control, like nutrition?
How to Overcome Cravings Without Feeling Deprived
Have you ever tried to overcome a craving by simply trying to avoid it? It doesn’t work very well because you end up obsessing over it even more. But today, I want to show you how to overcome your cravings without feeling deprived.
6 Ways to Get Your Husband to Eat Healthier
I get it: it’s not always easy to get your husband to support your desire to eat healthier. And that’s why I want to give you 6 ways to get your husband to eat healthier.
How to Boost Your Metabolism Even as You Age
There are a couple of things that are out of your control when it comes to your metabolism. But thankfully, there’s a lot you can control. Today I want to give you 7 ways to boost your metabolism even as you age.
How Small Steps Lead to Big Success
We live in a world of microwaves and fast food delivery. When we set our minds to something we want it now. We don’t want to deal with the small steps in between our current state and the goal we have in mind.
My Top 8 Hacks to Lose Fat Without Exercise
You’re in a busy season of life – I get it! Some days you hardly have time to take a shower let alone spend hours in the gym. I have good news: you don’t need to spend hours in the gym to lose weight. Today, I’m going to give you my top 8 hacks to shed fat without exercise.
Easiest Way to Get Fresh Produce to Your Door
When it comes to choosing our fruit and vegetables, I am super picky. People think I’m crazy for still not using order pick up or having our groceries delivered. We eat a lot of fruit and vegetables and I want to make sure they are the highest quality.