Author: Rachel Fiske

Belly fat is an arch enemy for men and women alike. It tends to get worse with age, under stress, with a diet high in processed foods and a sedentary lifestyle. The good news is there are many effective strategies for achieving the tight tummy you’ve always wanted, and some of them might surprise you…. Read More

Statistics show that the average American spends a minimum of 6.5 hours per day seated, and this number is very likely on the rise. In an ideal world, we’d spend closer to three hours or less in a seated position, but this is easier said than done in today’s modern world. While it should be… Read More

Brain fog is an all-too familiar feeling for many people, so familiar that you might have started to believe it’s a normal way to live. While it might feel discouraging to hear that living with brain fog is not normal, the good news is that it’s also not necessary. There are natural, effective and nourishing… Read More

Getting healthy and meeting your weight loss goals is fantastic, but sometimes can result in an excess of loose skin, which is not so great. For some, loose skin might just be an aesthetic annoyance, but for others it can be a real factor in low self esteem and anxiety.  Common causes of loose skin… Read More

In an ideal world, exercise and overall fitness will be a priority throughout life. Movement and physical activity is important throughout all stages, but for those over 70 there are certain elements that become of even greater importance. While those who led an active life in earlier years will usually have an easier time incorporating… Read More

As a Nutritionist, I’m not a big fan of the mainstream meaning of the word “diet.” It all-too-often implies subjecting your body and mind to a period of short term deprivation in order to reach a goal. Sadly, that goal is sometimes unattainable or even unhealthy such as an unrealistic weight goal or amount of… Read More

Carbohydrates are a macronutrient shrouded in confusion these days.  With so much talk about diet trends like Keto, Paleo, the Carnivore diet and others that tout a low-carb approach, many people are left feeling like carbs are evil. The truth is that every macronutrient (protein, fat and carbohydrates) are essential to human health, you just… Read More

If you’ve had the experience of feeling like a stranger in your own skin, you share this emotional and physical struggle with many people. Statistics show that skin conditions are becoming increasingly common, and perioral dermatitis (PD) is one of various skin ailments more and more people struggle with. Perioral means “around the mouth” and… Read More

The revered bubble butt, many women want it and few have it. While first and foremost I encourage and support you to love your beautiful body just as it is while nourishing it with healthy foods and the right amount of physical activity for your distinct needs, I also understand that every women wants to… Read More

Over 2,000 years ago, Hippocrates – the Father of modern medicine – keenly observed that “all disease begins in the gut.” Thousands of years later we are continuing to uncover the wisdom behind these words as seemingly endless connections between healthy digestion and overall health and disease prevention and treatment are linked.  The truth is… Read More