If you are looking for a science-based, sustainable and fun way to manage your weight, you are in the right place. I offer an approach to weight loss that’s free from cravings, strict portion control and the roller coaster – both emotional and physical – of losing weight rapidly, only to gain it all back. Instead, we’ll replace your cravings with healthy hunger and get you from fat-storing mode into fat-burning mode, so you can drop the pounds and keep them off.
Our bodies are hardwired to thrive if they get what they need. When we were hunters and gatherers, we had the right the instincts; it was a question of survival. Today, we are surrounded by hundreds of pre-packaged, readily available food choices, and many of them mess with our biochemistry. But you can re-activate your innate instincts. And, unlike our ancestors, you’ve got lots of healthy options right at your fingertips! I can help you sharpen your instincts, make fat-burning food choices and prepare (or order) delicious meals.
Spice it up!
In yesterday's blog, I encouraged you to add new culinary experiences to your life with the aim to create healthy eating habits that are fun to keep up. Going crazy with spices is one great way of doing this. Now I want to challenge you to go beyond your food: spice...
Eating and enjoyment allowed!
It's a hot Sunday and Susan receives a message from Ellen asking to join her and a group of friends at the nearby lake for a dive in the refreshing water. She turns the invitation down with the excuse that she's not feeling well. Susan would love to go, she loves the...
What’s your vision of your future health?
When I was driving into Brussels yesterday, I got stuck in traffic caused by the Montgomery tunnel being closed. I used the slow traffic to have a good look around and consciously take in my surroundings (which I decided was a much better use of my time than getting...
Quick salmon sushimi
Do you like sushi? I love it. Buying it is quite pricey and making sushi takes quite a lot of time. So I've come up with a great, super fast and very healthy alternative. All you need is some lettuce, tomatoes and anything else you fancy for your salad a good piece of...
Waking up more tired than when you went to bed?
It's Tuesday morning and the alarm clock goes for a second...
Scales – friend or foe for weight loss success?
"I knew I couldn't do it, I should have left these scales in their hiding place! Why did I let myself be persuaded to try yet another diet and go to the gym again? I've been doing this for two weeks now and the scales won't budge. I'm just one of those people who is...
How to grocery shop with fun and purpose
It's Saturday morning and you've just dropped your kids off for their sports activities. You know they need to be picked up in an hour and a half. And because you have plans for the afternoon that leaves you about an hour to do your grocery shopping. You didn't have...
Raw vegetable dinner – a hit with the kids
My kids are pretty picky eaters and getting them to eat vegetables can be a real challenge. I often just feed them raw vegetables before we even sit down at the dinner table because that way they like them. I thought, why not incorporate the raw vegetables into dinner...
Colourful quinoa in 15 minutes
Between filling in your roles as a mum and as a professional woman with a full time job, taking care of yourself can easily fall by the wayside. Fast, tasty and healthy meals can be a life saver. You think quinoa sounds healthy but doesn't fit in the tasty category? I...
A spinach recipe for non-spinach fans
Aren't the colours of this meal just amazing? I love it when what's on my plate is not only healthy and delicious but also pleasing to the eye. The bright red of the tomatoes, the violet of the red onions, the dark green of the spinach leaves quite well camouflaged by...
