This blog post was written by Victoria L. Freeman, Ph.D., CHFS, CMH, CBC. Days are getting shorter, nights are getting longer, and the rhythm of life is transforming. The seasons are changing. Fall is in the air. The notion of seasons is pervasive. Our planet Earth is transformed in...

The hardest part about exercising is just getting started—especially if you haven’t established a regular workout routine. If you’re trying to get back into a consistent rhythm with your exercise or just beginning to prioritize your physical health, you may feel discouraged by your lack of stamina. Building endurance...

Caffeine Alternatives: What They are and Their Benefits This blog post was written by Victoria L. Freeman, Ph.D., CHFS, CMH, CBC. Many folks find it challenging to jumpstart the day without their morning cup of coffee, or two. Although some truly enjoy the taste of coffee, for most, it’s...

This blog post was written by Victoria L. Freeman, Ph.D., CHFS, CMH, CBC. Some people say movement is medicine, but for Katy Bowman, M.S., biomechanist and founder of a movement education company called Nutritious Movement, movement is more than medicine. She says it shouldn’t be something we do when there’s...

For most, there’s no denying that sweet treats are challenging to resist. But when you don’t know what kind of sugar or sugar substitute is used, a sweet tooth dilemma may become more complex. Sugar substitutes are not new to the market. Since the rise of “diet” sodas and...