Inspiring Quote

Everyone needs inspiration, we get it from different sources each and every day. I thought I'd share this with you today. In honor of the month of February! It has been a tough month for me, battling an ongoing sinus infection has made it difficult to keep to my normal workout routine. My grandmother was hospitalized for a week; which brought back a lot of anxiety surrounding mortality and losing those close to us...and triggered bad eating habits. The point is, THINGS happen...and each day when we wake up we have a chance to start fresh, NEW! Make today that day for you!

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How To Quiet Those Voices

We all have them, those nagging voices in our heads that tell us we want chocolate or chips. The question is, do you give into them? For many years I fell victim to those voices; they can be extremely loud and persistent.

It is completely a battle of the wills. Are you going to give up the power to the little yellow man? I have a few tricks of my sleeve that help me not fall victim to him.

First and foremost, make sure you are fueling your body with the proper nutrients. If your body doesn't have the proper balance of lean proteins, fruits and veggies, whole grains and water you are bound to give in to him. I find it much easier to stave off those cravings when I have a diet higher in lean proteins and fiber.

Secondly, be sure to keep yourself hydrated! Many times when I think that I'm feeling hungry and I drink a glass of water those feelings go away. There are so many benefits to drinking water, but this is just one of them.

Finally I will say, I do chew my fair share of gum. It does do the trick when you're craving something sweet. Keep your desk drawer at work, purse or pocket stocked with gum or sugar free lozenges.