5 reasons walking can change your health and the world
5 reasons walking can change your health and the world. It’s Random Acts Of Kindness Day in the USA but also in other places in the world and actually it’s not important whether it’s really today or any other day… what do I do on this day and how can
Caudalie Premier Cru Review
A Caudalie Premier Cru review because this product has been relaunched in a new, even better formula! Time for a review. I was lucky enough to be selected as one of the reviewers for this amazing skincare product. And when my favorite skincare brand Caudalie launches a new product, I
New Year’s resolutions are BULLSHIT! Why making New Year’s resolutions doesn’t work.
New Year’s resolutions are BULLSHIT. Why making New Year’s resolutions doesn’t work. Today is January 4…. that’s 4 days into the new year…. If you’ve been following me for a while on instagram, facebook or YouTube or in my closed FB communities you already know that I don’t believe in
Is tap water safe and does it contain PFAS/PFOS?
So often I get the question, “is tap water healthy”, am I better off drinking bottled water, mineral water or water from the tap and does tap water contain PFOS/PFAS or other chemicals? An important topic since the 3M scandal in Belgium, Antwerp.
When asked what type of water is best to drink t
How much vitamin D do you need?
If you don’t get much sun, protect your skin well from the sun with sunscreen (I do that EVERY day! I don’t want to become a raisin), don’t drink milk because you have a milk allergy or eat predominantly plant-based foods like myself or follow a strict vegan diet, you
What to do for fluid retention, lymphatic drainage and cellulite in the legs?
What to do for fluid retention, lymphatic drainage and cellulite in the legs?In this article I want to share with you the benefits of walking to get rid of fluid accumulation in the legs and other areas and to promote a healthy lymph flow. I also explain that it is
The 75% rule in weight loss.
As with many things in life and also in the field of health and weight loss, the motto is “less is more.” When we make healthy choices for our health we often choose “less” of something but “more” health, well-being, happiness and energy. But we usually approach this only as
LYCOPENE
Lycopene is a phytonutrient and a natural chemical that gives fruits and vegetables a red color. It is part of the group of what are called carotenoids. Lycopene can be found in: tomatoes, blood oranges, watermelons, pink grapefruits, apricots, rose hipsn papaya, Seabuckthorn, Goji-berries (wolf berries) and guavas, among others.
My first kiss and many of my “blonde” stories!
A while ago I was a guest on the podcast from Joanne Jarrett from Fancy Free Podcast where we talked about our most funny but most of all most embarrassing stories to inspire other women to be less serious about themselves! The perfect podcast to listen to on your next walk!
JUNK IN YOUR FOOD
Yep: reading labels on food isn’t always so simple. And what does it all mean? Flavor enhancers, sweeterners, E-numbers, preservatives, colorings,… All have an impact on our health AND they cause weight problems. That’s what I’m discussing today in this blog. The reason why I’m touching on this subject is
Walking for productivity & well-being at work
The health consequences of poor activity levels are very high leading to: heart problems, being overweight, diabetes, sleep problems, poor immunity, … and so on and we all know that these are factors that lead to more absence at work.Our world is suffering from sitting disease. The average entrepreneur or office worker gets in between 3000 to 5000 steps a day! And why? Because we are busy and because we want to get more work done. Actually this way of thinking is in fact counterproductive for both your productivity levels AND it also will seriously compromise your level of wellbeing in the workplace and in life in general.
Vitamin D and COVID-19
In recent weeks, there has been much to do about the link between vitamin D deficiency and the corona virus (COVID-19). Some studies speak
3 tips for a healthy autumn start
Autumn has arrived and suddenly the weather is changing. Goodbye summer but hello beautiful autumn colors. Our bodies feel that season is changing and need some extra care …
How 4000 extra steps a day can make you live longer.
Simply taking 4000 more steps can make you live longer that was the result of a study…
Healthy gut, Healthy Weight
What does your gut system have to do with weight loss?
Collagen: hype or true healthy hair and skin helper?
Collagen: hype or true healthy hair and skin helper??? That’s what I have been asking myself over the last few years. I did not really mention a lot about collagen supplementing in my book in 2016 but…
DIY Hydrating Coconut Oil and Honey Hair Mask
I have been struggling with dry hair all my life and am always looking for new ways to fix this. This easy DIY mask uses coconut oil and honey which I stock at home anyway.
Weight gain over 40: You aren’t getting enough exercise.
And then suddenly, when you are over 40 those numbers on the scale go up and you also notice that your favorite pair of jeans doesn’t fit that well anymore and you notice weight gain in your belly area and other places where we women don’t want it. Being 43…
My secret recipe for the best skinny dressing ever!
My secret skinny dressing… to enjoy tastier and healthier salads!
Fat ankles? Potassium might be the reason you are looking bigger than you are.
Long hours at your desk or travelling might make your body hold on to excess fluids making you look bigger than you actually are. Does this sound recognizable? If the answer is yes then…