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Is Dairy the Cause of Your Tummy Troubles?

Is dairy the cause of your tummy troubles

Can’t digest dairy? You’re not alone. If I got paid for all the times clients have told me they have lactose intolerance, I’d be a very rich woman. While lactose intolerance is a common problem (30-50 million Americans are affected), it’s not the only culprit … continue reading

Alaska Bound (Part 2)

Alaska ferry trip

Between the windy roads and rocky boat rides, I should have had my head in a bag for the last week. Thankfully, I’m not prone to motion sickness. By the time you get this, I’ll be driving the Alcan and camping in the Alaska wilderness. … continue reading

Alaska Bound (Part 1)

“There was a naked stranger in my kitchen this morning…”, I overheard a man say as we walked along a busy street. Yes, we had arrived in San Francisco and our road trip was off to a solid start. The first 10th of our journey … continue reading

5 Mystery Chemicals Hiding in Your Food

5 mystery chemicals hiding in your food

If you’re into eating healthy, chances are you read the ingredient labels on the food you buy. I certainly do. To be honest, it’s just about the only thing on a label that I spend much time looking at, especially since food companies can make … continue reading

Hello Alaska!

Alaska map

Raise your hand if you’ve ever watched a reality TV show set in Alaska. You have about 25 to choose from, so if you said no, you must not have cable. Well, my life is apparently a reality TV show, because I am moving to … continue reading

Perfect is not the goal

I’m going to let you in on a little secret. I don’t do Pilates all the time. I teach it a lot more than I do it myself. Shh! Don’t tell the Pilates Gods. And please don’t let Joseph Hubertus Pilates overhear our conversation, unless … continue reading

Why I Got A Facelift

Yep, I got a facelift. Not the surgical kind, silly. I’m talking about my website! It’s finally done, so do poke around and check out my new digs. So, why did I get a facelift? Honestly there was nothing “wrong” with my old website. It … continue reading

No energy to workout? Eat more butter!

Have you ever felt like you have no energy to workout? Maybe you start strong but can’t make it through to the end (that’s why you sign up for group classes, right?). Or maybe you just skip your workout entirely, too exhausted to even get … continue reading

How To Make Noodles Out Of Zucchini

how-to-make-noodles-out-of-zucchini

There’s no denying that pasta is comfort food. It’s fast, easy, and fills your belly with starchy goodness. But we all know pasta isn’t exactly health food. For many of us (me included), wheat causes bloating, gas, and for lack of a better term, digestive … continue reading