It never failed! I would be so good all day. I’d have my dried out chicken breast and plain steamed broccoli for lunch, my rice cakes with sugar-free peanut butter for a snack. I even passed up the donuts at the staff meeting.
Just to go home and somehow find myself standing in the pantry elbow deep in a package of oreos…
Read MoreYou know that feeling? You step on the scale, hoping for a miracle, praying to see that number finally budge. You've been busting your ass all week – counting every freakin' calorie, tracking every bite, chugging water like it's your job, and you even made it to the gym 5 days this week.
You're doing ALL THE THINGS.
You look down at the scale and BAM! That number stares back at you...and says you gained 3 lbs! Like WTAF?!!?
Read MoreI remember standing in front of my closet just about in tears, a pile of clothes strewn across my bed. The outfit I had planned to wear to go out with my then boyfriend did NOT look the same on as it did when I pictured it in my head. I scrambled trying to find something else that would work - I really wanted to look cute, but by this point I had given up on that and was just trying to find an outfit that made me look less fat and hid the rolls around my belly and bra strap…
I was so frustrated and disgusted with myself that I didn’t even want to go out anymore…and now I had a big pile of clothes that I had to put away too…ARGH!…
Read MoreSo, you've recently heard those words: "insulin resistant" or "prediabetic." Maybe you're feeling a little panicked, a little confused, or you might even feel a little relieved (like, "Aha! That explains so much!"). Whatever you're feeling, know that you're not alone. And more importantly, know that you can take control of your health and feel better.
I've been there. I remember the wave of confusion and worry. Insulin? Isn’t that something people with diabetes use? I had no clue what it meant to be insulin resistant, let alone what to do about it. My doctor's advice wasn't exactly helpful either (something along the lines of "lose weight and eat less sugar" – ok, but how??).
Read MoreI understand how overwhelming it can feel when you’re told that you’re insulin resistant or prediabetic. You're likely feeling a mix of emotions – fear, anxiety, and maybe even a bit of denial. Questions like "What does this mean for my health?" and "Will I develop Type 2 Diabetes?" are probably swirling around in your head.
You're definitely not alone. I felt that way too.
The good news is that you have the power to take control of your health. While there's no magic pill, you can make significant improvements through a combination of lifestyle changes.
Read MoreWe know that when you’re trying to reverse insulin resistance it's important to stay on track with your diet plan. That can make eating out or eating on the run feel hard or intimidating. You might even avoid social occasions because of it - but thats not necessary. For this lifestyle to be sustainable you NEED to be able to live your life and not feel like you’re always missing out.
Read MoreSo you've just been told that you’re insulin resistant or prediabetic - you might be feeling overwhelmed, scared and even a little defeated. You might be wondering, does this mean I’m going to become a diabetic? How is this gonna affect my health? Does this mean I’m never gonna be able to lose weight?...I know I had a million thoughts like those going through my head when I first found out I was insulin resistant.
Read MoreYou’ve just been told that you’re insulin resistant or prediabetic. You’re feeling overwhelmed, confused and unsure of what to do next. Sound familiar?
A few years ago I was right where you are now, so I know firsthand how it feels, so my hope with this post is to offer you some practical information as well as hope as you navigate this journey - even if it feels like doom and gloom now - it doesn’t have to - there can be a light at the end of the tunnel.
Read MoreHave you recently been told that you’re insulin resistant or prediabetic? Are you feeling overwhelmed and confused about what to eat? If so, you’re not alone - a few years ago I was right where you are now.
These are some healthy swaps I made that can help you manage your blood sugar while still enjoying what you eat.
Before we get started I do want to offer some hope - I know it can be scary to be told that you’re insulin resistant or prediabetic. You might be wondering what this means for your health? Does this mean you’re destined to be diabetic? Does this mean weight loss is going to be impossible? Will I always feel like this?
Read More"Feeling tired all the time? Craving sugary snacks? Struggling to lose weight, no matter what you try? If this sounds familiar, you might be dealing with insulin resistance.
Insulin resistance can make it difficult to manage your weight and energy levels. The good news is that with the right approach, you can take control of your health, boost your energy levels, and get the scale moving in the right direction again.
Let’s explore some practical tips and strategies that can help you lose your first 10 pounds, get your energy back, and feel better overall. Let’s get started!
Read MoreHave you recently been told you’re insulin resistant? If so you may be feeling scared and a little confused and overwhelmed.
I know that's how I felt. I had heard of insulin resistance but I had no clue what it was or what this meant for my life now.
My doctor wasn’t much help. She just said losing weight would help…ok, but how? She said well you can eat a little less and add some exercise - like I’d never tried that before….
So I went home wondering…what does this mean for my health? Does this mean I’m gonna be a diabetic soon? Does this mean I’m not ever gonna be able to lose weight?
Read MoreTell me has this ever happened to you?
You put on a pair of pants and all of a sudden they're tighter than usual...its a little harder to get that zipper up and that button buttoned - then you wonder how you're gonna be able to breathe the rest of the day...
Or stepped on the scale and the number didn't budge or even worse it went up?
I remember that feeling all too well...part of me just wanted to give up and go fuck it eat and the other half wanted to buckle down and get super strict to get the fucking weight off…
What I did know was I didn't want to go up another jeans size ...again!
Read MoreMost of the weight loss advice that you get is usually focused around what to eat, what not to eat and how much exercise you should get, but while those are important aspects (exercise may not be as important for weight loss as we’ve been told…but that’s a post for another day), there is one piece of the puzzle that’s usually always missing – the mindset piece.
Read MoreWe usually do it based on the results somebody else had. Maybe a friend tried it. Maybe you read a magazine article about it, or you saw it on social media...
We never really stop to think does this diet work for me? Does it fit with my likes and my dislikes, my lifestyle, does it work for the results that I’m looking for?
Read MoreThe diet industry has really f@^&ed us up - setting us up for all kinds of unrealistic expectations when it comes to weight loss.
You can't stand in line at the grocery store, watch tv, or scroll through social media without being inundated with all kinds of promises like:
Read MoreWe all want the perfect diet.
We want someone to tell us exactly what to do, what to eat, how many calories we should have…
We think that’s the way we’ll be able to lose weight.
And you absolutely can lose weight that way. But the trick is being able to keep it off…
Read MoreNever once did I consider that the diet could be the problem, or that it wasn’t realistic for me, or even if it was something I WANTED to do for the rest of my life.
Read MoreYour first meal of the day, no matter what time it happens, does make a difference…especially when it comes to your hunger and cravings the rest of the day.
Read MoreWe tend to discount the small changes that we make because we think: it’s not gonna be good enough, it’s gonna take too long, it’s not gonna make a difference…
Read MoreIt’s those thoughts that make the “cheat” bigger than it is. Then you spin out on that and it can become a self fulfilling prophecy.
The problem here isn’t the donut, it's all the shit running through your head after you eat it that is!
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