The "Anti-Diet Movement": Why Ditching Diets May be Best for Your Health

It’s no secret that views about health, wellness and the “right” way to eat have been shifting in recent years. People are beginning to question the validity behind fad diets and strict weight-loss methods, and they’re becoming more aware that there may be better options out there. The emerging “anti-diet movement” could be the best thing that’s happened to our culture when it comes to health. Let’s dive into what exactly this movement is and how it can support your well-being, and review some tips for participating in it amidst a still diet-obsessed world.

How to Eat Mindfully When Surrounded by Food all the Time

Being at home all the time and having loads of food on hand can lead to mindless eating, which can take a toll on health in the long term if not addressed. But what do you do? How do you feed yourself and your family well when there’s food everywhere you look? With a few tips and tweaks, it is possible to nourish yourself and avoid overeating, even when there are stockpiles of food surrounding you…

Making PEACE with PIZZA (recipe inside!)

If you’re like many people, the idea of eating pizza might stir up a few emotions for you. Maybe you think of it as a “bad” food, or one that you will feel guilty for eating. Maybe you don’t trust yourself to eat pizza because its been off limits for a while and you believe you will overeat on it. Maybe you only give yourself permission to eat pizza on days when you work out or think you “deserve” it. The 3rd principle of Intuitive Eating is to make PEACE with food. This means giving yourself unconditional permission to eat what you want (including pizza). So now for this delicious recipe…