At Alexandria Wellness, we often emphasize how small changes can lead to big results. Small changes – while they might seem so simple and basic – are foundational and easy to overlook, especially […]
When this time of the year rolls around, a lot of people talk to me about the stress around eating, gaining weight, having no control at parties, traveling, and feeling terrible after eating […]
Whether we love them or not, the holidays are here. I love the cozy feeling this time of year brings, but for many of us it means more stress with the additional travel, […]
You feel like no matter what you do you gain weight. You can’t eat like you used to and “get away with it.” You’re eating less and exercising more than ever, but the scale […]
If you’re trying to lose weight, you’ve probably tried cutting your calories and working out more. Those are the first methods women turn to when they want to lose fat, get leaner, and […]
In part 1, we talked about some signs that you might be dealing with hormone imbalances. In this article, we’re going over some of the key hormones that cause various symptoms and the […]
Have you ever said, “I’m gaining weight, but I haven’t changed anything with my diet.” Or, “I have this belly fat and can’t get rid of no matter how much I exercise.” Maybe […]
You probably know someone following it, are trying it yourself, or maybe you’re just wondering why everyone is going crazy about it. While the ketogenic diet might seem new and trendy, it’s actually […]
Collagen is getting a lot of attention lately. It seems to be popping up everywhere and with good reason. You’ll see it in powders, coffees, teas, juices, and protein bars. But what is […]
There is no shortage of advice on how to stay healthy over the holidays. You can find information on how to stay fit, eat healthier, choose this over food over that, and so on. I could […]
School is back in session, which means the return of your rushed morning routine, so I’m going to talk about Healthy Back-to-School Breakfasts Tips, why it’s so important, and share some tips and […]
People of all ages struggle with skin conditions like acne, rosacea, dry skin, sun damage, and wrinkles. There is strong evidence behind the connection between our gut and our skin, which means that […]
Did you know your metabolism can be changed? Not only is it changeable, it’s adaptive and reactive. So it’s not a static thing that is “fast” when you’re young, then “slows down” when you’re old. […]
While we are all used to hearing about belly complaints like bloating, constipation, and diarrhea (and those should be addressed! See part 1 of our gut series.), there are other less obvious indications […]
Cravings, slow metabolism, low energy, trouble losing weight, skin issues, trouble sleeping, mood swings, chronic colds, allergies, bloating, and constipation are among the common concerns I hear often, and they all have one […]