To count calories or not to count calories, is that the question? One of the most common questions I get is whether it's best to count calories and track food or following more of an “intuitive eating” style. If that’s your question too, you’ll want to read on. Today, I’m going to discuss both styles in hopes of helping you identify which may suit you best.
Before I begin, it’s important to note God’s instruction regarding peace. He tells us to first seek peace, then pursue it. Pursuing it...
I often get asked about my opinion on the “tools" available to us in our journey to health such as tracking, counting, weighing, and journaling as it pertains to food. I believe that although they may be helpful at times, they are only to be used temporarily, not long term, or for life.
The question is this… Do we really think that God made our bodies as intelligent as they are only to have to log things onto an app to be able to eat?
Scales, journals, tracking apps, etc. are tools that can...
Life gets busy, and when it does, healthy habits can be the first thing to suffer if we're not intentional. The good news is that regardless of how busy your schedule gets, it only takes a few easy steps and a short amount of time each week to maintain the healthy habits that are important to you.
One of the most common mistakes I see people make when it comes to maintaining long-term good habits is overcomplicating meal planning and prepping. There are seasons of life that only allow for...
An old English proverb says, “When we’re in a hurry, the Devil is happy.”
Hurry as we may, that thought should certainly be enough to stop us in our tracks and cause a bit of healthy reflection. For most of us, being busy is a way of life. From sunrise to sunset, an undercurrent of hurry drives our culture. So much so that “Hurry Sickness” is now considered a diagnosable condition. Without the careful pursuit of deceleration, our body, mind, and spirit suffer the effects of hurried living.
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Are you a slave to diets? Women in general are the primary target for diets, because of the world's pressure on us to conform our bodies to a certain size and image. Diets can start off with an innocent approach to lose a few pounds, but can quickly wreck havoc on our bodies and minds. So, how do we gain freedom from the ever-compelling pull to join the next trend that promises to give us our "dream body"? What if I told you it was as simple, yet powerful as the word of God!?
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It's no surprise that I love to cook, and have been developing recipes for years; But there was a time when cooking was new and intimidating to me just as much as it is to any other beginner! The good news is, if you are new to cooking, it can become something you truly enjoy, and even feel confident about! Here are a few tips I found helpful when I first got started in the kitchen.
“For God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but [He has given us a spirit] of power and love and of sound judgment and personal discipline [abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind, and self-control].” 2 Timothy 1:7
Who needs to be reminded of who they are today? When we believe that we are powerless to change areas of our lives that we desire to improve – health, hope, happiness, or holiness – we buy into a lie from the Enemy. We’ve lost sight of, maybe...
I love these fun posts where I get to share my favorite finds with you. Thanks for the fantastic feedback telling us that you love them too. Yay for fun products! Alright, here we go. Today, I'm sharing some of the fitness-related products I'm currently crushing on. As always, if you try them, let us know. I'd love to hear what you think.
Leggings
Ok, let's shoot straight, this first item is an investment. My daughter (seemingly like all middle school girls) has been obsessed with Lululemon. I...
“Do not be deceived, God is not mocked [He will not allow Himself to be ridiculed, nor treated with contempt nor allow His precepts to be scornfully set aside]; for whatever a man sows, this and this only is what he will reap. For the one who sows to his flesh [his sinful capacity, his worldliness, his disgraceful impulses] will reap from the flesh ruin and destruction, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life.” Galatians 6:7-8
What kind of seed are you...
Fasting. It’s a hot topic. While there are some controversial opinions about fasting, most health care experts agree that fasting (when done correctly) provides many physical and emotional benefits. As believers, we know that fasting is a gift with more than physical benefits. From the beginning, God provided fasting as a spiritual tool to help break strongholds, purify ourselves before Him, orient our minds toward Him, and so many other advantages to enjoy spiritual breakthrough and growth....
Nourish: Discover God's Perfectly Balanced Plan for Your Body and Soul Encouragement and practical knowledge for living a healthy spiritual & physical lifestyle, inspiring you to get healthy from the inside out.
Devotions for a Healthier You A devotional filled with scriptures, encouraging stories, and tips on keeping a healthy mind, body, and spirit.
100 Simple & Delicious Recipes for Clean Eating An inspirational cookbook chock-full of healthy, innovative yet simple recipes.
