Feast Without Fear of Packing on the Pounds
With all the festive feasts and indulgent treats this holiday season, many of us are already bracing for the inevitable battle of the bulge. But is holiday weight gain really as unavoidable as we think? Let’s unwrap the truth behind this seasonal struggle (pun intended). And I’ll share some simple strategies to keep those extra...
Peace, Joy, and... Pressure? How to Relieve Holiday Stress
The holiday season is upon us, bringing twinkling lights, good cheer, and… stress? If you’re feeling more frazzled than festive, you’re not alone. A recent American Psychological Association (APA) poll reveals a startling reality about our collective holiday experience. We often paint the holidays as a picture-perfect time of joy and togetherness. But for many,...
The Surprising Reason to Embrace Holiday Break
When the holiday season arrives, you often hear warnings about managing the stress of family gatherings, social commitments, and overindulgent meals. However, some upbeat new research reveals that the holidays can also be a secret weapon for better health. The study found that regardless of whether you’re still working a 9 to 5, or are...
Giving Thanks and Sharing Traditions
Happy Thanksgiving! As we celebrate this season of gratitude, I want to take a moment to thank you for being part of our community at Living Well Daily. I hope your Thanksgiving is filled with warmth, joy, and cherished moments with family and friends. Holiday meals like today don’t just fill our bellies. They feed...
My Thanksgiving Cheat Sheet: Stay Healthy & Satisfied
Thanksgiving is nearly here, and while it’s a time to gather with loved ones and enjoy delicious food, we all know the feeling that often follows—a little too much of everything. From blood sugar spikes and bloating to the dreaded holiday weight gain, it’s easy to feel a bit overwhelmed by all the indulgent options....
6 Science-Backed Immune BOOSTERS
We all look forward to the fun and excitement of the holidays. But this season can ALSO take a toll on your health. Keeping up with social obligations, the cost of food and gifts, and the sadness of missing loved ones who are no longer here to celebrate can all send your stress levels soaring....
Survive Thanksgiving WITHOUT Gaining Weight
We all LOVE Thanksgiving. But the day after? Not so much. If you’re like many folks, you’ll spend this Friday wondering how in the heck you ate all that food. And absolutely TERRIFIED of setting foot on the scale. Sliding your scale under the bathroom sink until Groundhog Day might seem like a good solution....
Say "No Thanks" to THESE 4 Thanksgiving Foods
Feel that? Thanksgiving is just a few days away, and EXCITEMENT is in the air. Turkey Day is the official start of the holiday season. And you know what that means. We’ll be gobbling down all our favorite foods until New Year’s… and THEN we’ll resolve to start eating better again. Because, let’s face it,...
BAN Bloat Over the Holidays [TOP 7 Triggers]
The holiday season is jam-packed with tasty temptations, from mouthwatering main courses to decadent desserts. But loading up on certain foods can leave you feeling bloated and uncomfortable. Knowing which are MOST likely to trigger tummy troubles BEFORE you indulge can help you keep the celebration going. When presented with so many rich and delicious...
[COVID-19] How to Stay Safe This Holiday Season
I think I speak for a lot of people when I say this pandemic has gone on too long. We’re all tired of wearing masks, and even hearing the words, “social distancing” can ignite frustration. And the worst part is, it’s this exhaustion with the rules that’s causing an uptick in cases of COVID-19 (plus...