A little over a month ago my husband and I went on a bit of a road trip. We didn't really plan to be taking a road trip, but set out for along weekend getaway not realizing how far away it was from our home when we booked it. But it was SO worth it! And since moving to Colorado early last year we've not really made time to explore this gorgeous state. So we thought we'd better start... and what better way than off to Dunton Hot Springs. So we packed up our stuff and we were off! The drive out from Denver to Dolores, Colorado was breathtaking.
Read moreRegistered Dietitian vs. Nutritionist
Hi again! I thought I would take a crack at trying to explain the different types of nutrition “people” out there. I don’t know about you, but all the different terms can be confusing. There’s registered nutritionist, holistic nutritionist, nutritional therapist, licensed nutritionist, health coach, registered dietitian, to name the most common. Who does what and how did they get these titles? As I started getting more serious about getting certified as a nutritionist I did some research on these terms and figured out what was best for me based on my philosophy on health and wellness. Here’s what I found:
The main designations in the nutrition world are nutritional consultant and registered dietician. Both are food and nutrition experts and base their practice in science and nutritional research studies. Both have the ability to work in private practice or with another health practitioner like a naturopathic or allopathic doctor. Health insurance may or may not cover either of their services, so check with your provider or FSA first to see if the services are covered. Also, just as a note, these are in reference to the United States designations. Other countries may have different classifications.
Read moreI'm not going to say it...
I am not going to say I am back, because I have done it way too many times since starting this blog. It's always a new year's resolution and it always seems to fall by the waste side. So for now, I am just going to write a quick post. To say "Hi!" And tell you what's up in my life.
It's been a whole year since I moved to Denver, Colorado. And it's been a great year at that. We moved out here for my husband's business he started. And in April of last year I started down a new path as well. I went from being a used experience and graphic designer for a decade in Los Angeles to going back to school at Bauman in Boulder for my Holistic Nutritional Consultant certificate. I am just wrapping up classes in a few months, getting ready for our practicum and then eventual graduation in October! And I am super excited.
Read moreThe Female Body and Kindness
It seems most days bring a constant struggle between my mind and my body: Do I go to the gym today? How many calories is that? Can I eat that? What IF I eat/drink that? How much do I weigh? Can I wear those pants, will they fit? Remember those resolutions to lose 10 pounds, what happened?
My husband would tell you I don't need to lose any weight, and you would think that would be enough for me to hear. But it's not. I know I can do better. I Should be doing better. Why can't I do better?
Read moreMoving State Lines
Three, almost four months ago, I made a few resolutions, as did a lot of us, right?
And I stand here now, contemplating those goals and where they went. Some I’ve followed though on and then of course, some not so much.
This blog has definitely fallen in the latter category. Sometimes when we want something to be perfect it paralyzes us to the point of doing absolutely nothing. So, it's time to suck it up, know it's alright if it's not perfect, and just do it!
Read moreCleansing, Blogging and New Years Resolutions in Late January
A lot of the time we, I, get so hung up on following someone's life on Instagram, blogs, twitter or a favorite celebrity, anything really, that we forget what Real life looks like. It's not perfect. We are all flawed. Yes, even those that look flawless are not. I think that's why this campaign is so brilliant. It shows life, REAL life.
One of my New Years Resolutions was to blog and share more. And yet, somehow it's already January 27th and this is the first time I have sat down to write something.
Why, you might ask? I don't have the answer to that. Fear I guess? But what am I afraid of? Again, I'm not sure.
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