Category Archives: Motivation

How Happiness Works

That’s one way!  But there is something you can do that does not involve chocolate… What if I told you that taking more time for meal and food preparation could actually boost your happiness?  That putting forth the effort to … Continue reading

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You Need Less Than You Think You Need

Do you struggle with portion control?  You’re not alone if you do.  I read a recent research study that reminded me about a little strategy that could help… Doesn’t it feel great when you eat just the right amount of … Continue reading

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FitDay Offering Online Dietitians

You’re dutifully logging in each  morsel of food you put in your mouth.  You are trying to stick to a specific number of calories.   You want to maximize your nutrition and manage food cravings at the same time.  It is … Continue reading

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Certain Things in Life you Do Have Control Over

  This is what I woke up to this morning here in Rhode Island.  Yeah I know, it’s winter and this is what is to be expected.  Doesn’t mean  that I like it.  Wasn’t it only 2 days ago that … Continue reading

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Last Day of the Year!

It’s December 31– How exciting! I do think that any time is a good time to start up healthier eating habits and begin taking better care of your body… but there is something about the fresh start of a new … Continue reading

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Countdown to the New Year: Day 5 of 6

Did you succeed with the greens yesterday?  It’s a challenge for most people to eat them every single day, but if you aim for several days per week that’s pretty admirable.  Again, it simply comes down to creating a new … Continue reading

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Countdown to the New Year: Day 4 of 6

Good morning! Hopefully you got some fruit yesterday.  So far we have the possibility of creating 3 new healthy habits for the new year:  Food journaling, switching to whole grains and enjoying fresh fruit.  If you’re feeling motivated, continue with … Continue reading

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Countdown to the New Year: Day 3 of 6

We are almost halfway there already! Are you still doing the food journal?  I suggest you do it today! Did you find it difficult to avoid refined grains yesterday?  I know, they are everywhere.  It takes a little effort to be … Continue reading

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Countdown to the New Year: Day 2 of 6

How did you do with your food journal yesterday? I hope you learned a thing or two about your eating habits. Do it again today.  It will keep you accountable for what you eat and offer information you can use … Continue reading

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Countdown to the New Year- Move From Contemplation to Action

Motivation seems to be in extremely short supply lately.  I recently wrote some thoughts on motivation and while I still firmly believe that motivation is something that must come from within YOU, I am planning a short blog series to … Continue reading

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