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Health & Lifestyle Overhaul Checklist!

Transform Your Health & Lifestyle!

Today I’m sharing a rundown of everything I did to completely overhaul my health and build the healthy lifestyle I now enjoy! I’ve compiled this list over the years of my training, research and experience as a Holistic Health Coach. I guide my clients through this process, and of course, as each individual is unique, the protocols are tailored to meet specific health concerns and goals (ie: managing a health condition, healing the gut, balancing hormones, etc.). While there are more specifics to be considered, this is a great checklist to move you towards better health and an improved overall lifestyle!

Make no mistake, this is not meant to be an overnight process. Change does not need to happen all at once. In fact, this took me YEARS, but I simply focused on ONE area at a time and kept going down the list. So please don’t allow overwhelm to stop you from getting started. Start with what feels most doable to you – maybe that’s getting more sleep, drinking more water, or adding in one new vegetable this week.

And while I am fully aware that not everyone has the same resources or access to healthier options, I encourage you to do what YOU can. Let go of all-or-nothing thinking and realize that ANY change you make to support your health is progress worth celebrating!

Remember, you and your body are on the same team and share the same goal. When you do your part to support your body by building a strong, healthy foundation, you can trust that your body will do the rest. This is what “Nourished Wellness” is all about! 

Choose ONE thing ⬆ that you’d like to start working on! And if you’d like 1:1 support & guidance on your journey to create a healthier lifestyle, click HERE to schedule a free Virtual Health Coaching consultation.

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What can you expect from working with a Health Coach?

Here are just some of the benefits you can expect from working with a Health Coach:

•You feel less confused about what the heck to eat. There is a ton of conflicting nutritional information out there. It’s overwhelming, really. However, health is not one-size-fits-all and all of these trendy dietary approaches are not tailored to your unique needs. A Health Coach will help you navigate all the nutritional noise and nail down an approach that works best for you and your body.

•Your energy increases. 3pm slump? Irregular sleep patterns?  A Health Coach will help you optimize your nutrition for steady energy throughout the day and create an evening routine for stellar sleep.

• You handle stress like a boss & become a self-care pro. It’s no secret that stress is a serious detriment to one’s health. By learning tools to manage and alleviate stress, and making self-care a priority, you’ll improve your health, your relationships and feel happier overall.

•You save $ on medical bills. Taking ownership of your health can truly pay off down the road. Whether you’re managing an existing health condition or taking proactive preventative measures, knowing which foods boost immunity and reduce inflammation can be crucial for restoring and maintaining good health. I cannot tell you how many of my clients’ doctors have been impressed by dramatically improved test results.

•Your relationship with food improves. Do you have funky feelings about food? Maybe you have an “all-or-nothing” mentality, fluctuating between deprivation and overindulgence. Or maybe you struggle with food guilt. A Health Coach will help you navigate food choices in a balanced and sustainable way. Restrictive diets go out the window as you embrace flexibility with food, so can eat foods you love, while still moving towards your health goals.

•You befriend your body. Your body is communicating with you constantly via subtle cues and symptoms, but it’s likely that you’re missing the messages. Learning how to tune in to your body’s signals will help you make better choices and support your health long-term.

•You become more consistent & build better habits. Do you constantly vow to make changes, but find yourself falling off the wagon after a few short weeks? Making changes to your lifestyle isn’t easy, and you’re not always going to feel motivated. A Health Coach will hold you accountable and support you throughout your journey. Having a Health Coach can be the difference between throwing in the towel and achieving your goals.

• You become inspo for your loved ones. When people notice how much better you feel from the positive changes you’ve made to your lifestyle, they will be inspired to follow suit. And if you’re the chef of your home, incorporating healthier foods will benefit your entire family.

• You feel confident AF! As you work with your Health Coach to create new healthy habits, you will gain trust and confidence in yourself to make choices that serve you. Realizing that you have the power to change your health can transform the way you approach your life!

Your health is EVERYTHING and having personalized attention, guidance, accountability and support from a Health Coach are so beneficial in creating a healthier you.


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activated charcoal {what is it and why would you take it?}

What the heck is activated charcoal and why would you take it?

(NOT to be confused with the charcoal used in your barbecue…)

Activated charcoal is a natural treatment used to bind and trap toxins, chemicals and other impurities in the body, allowing them to be flushed out so the body doesn’t absorb them. This makes it a great treatment for food poisoning, as well as meals that don’t “sit well” as it can help alleviate gas and bloating. It can also be good for preventing a hangover. 😉

Recently, it has become a popular ingredient in beauty products. I’ve seen it added to toothpaste as a natural teeth whitener and to skincare products as a detoxifier.

I always keep a bottle in the pantry and take it with me when I travel (which obviously hasn’t happened in a while 😭) just in case I need it. It’s not something that should be taken daily, but rather taken “as needed” or for short-term use. Be sure to choose an activated charcoal supplement made from natural sources like coconut, and drink plenty of water when taking it to prevent dehydration and to assist in flushing the toxins out of the body.

Have you ever taken activated charcoal?

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Emotional Eating

During difficult times, you may find yourself reaching for food to help soothe the uncomfortable feelings. While eating may provide a temporary distraction, eating isn’t the most effective way to deal with emotions. 

Food is great for fueling us & satisfying hunger, but it’s not the best emotional regulator. Food won’t “fix” our feelings, so we want to have other tools in our coping toolbox.

Learning to feel your feelings and discovering healthy & helpful ways to navigate emotions will lessen your need to eat your feelings.

Try these three steps the next time you find yourself turning to food when you aren’t hungry:

1. Pause. Create some space between impulse (urge to eat) and action (reach for food). Give yourself an opportunity to understand what’s beneath the desire to eat.

2. Ask: What am really I hungry for? (Ie: comfort)

3. Choose how you will respond. I like to have my clients create a “happy list” – a list of non-food activities that can comfort you, entertain you and bring you joy. Here are some examples:
• Call a friend
• Journal
• Mediate
• Go for a walk
• Read a book
• Listen to music
• Take a bath
• Paint
• Watch a funny movie, etc.

Uncomfortable emotions are an unavoidable part of life, but there is power is in giving yourself the opportunity to make a conscious choice rather than letting the emotions sweep you away.

If you’d like some 1:1 support, click here!

What’s on your happy list?

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