Stepping Stones Nutrition Blog
Justifying me-time amidst competing work and family demands.
Like many of you, I come from a family of helpers. My parents were always first to volunteer, and I've proudly carried on this tradition. But as the years have progressed and I’ve struggled to juggle work, family, and everything in between, I've learned a crucial...
How to stop snacking when you get home from work
We've all been there - knowing we need to stop snacking but feeling overwhelmed by the prospect. It's a common plea I hear from clients, "I’m just so hungry after work I have to eat as soon as I walk in the door". I’ve been there too. Learning that snacking is...
Weekend Survival Guide for Health Conscious Women
Do you find yourself smashing your health goals Monday through Friday, only to watch them crumble as soon as the weekend hits? You're not alone. For many, weekends are a minefield of temptations – from brunches with friends to Sunday night takeaway. As a nutritionist,...
Creative Self Care Rituals for Overwhelmed Minds
Feeling overwhelmed? I’m noticing a trend…. More people are finding themselves feeling overwhelmed, having difficulty concentrating, can’t switch off, easily distracted, lacking motivation. For some people, this often leads to stress, anxiety and a bad...
Sleep-Friendly Food Choices for Overwhelmed Women
Navigating the demands of daily life can often feel overwhelming, especially when you’re running low on energy and mental clarity. Sometimes, the struggle to get a good night’s sleep intensifies these challenges, leaving you feeling drained and foggy throughout the...
Motivation Tools for Busy Midlife Women Seeking an Active Life.
Being active and feeling engaged in life are important for maintaining overall health and well-being, especially as we navigate midlife. But sometimes, life’s challenges leave you feeling tired, run down, and overwhelmed. In those moments, it’s tempting to retreat,...
Does skipping breakfast help with weight loss?
Are you a breakfast skipper or a breakfast eater? Are you skipping breakfast to help lose weight? But does skipping breakfast help with weight loss? You may be surprised to hear skipping breakfast may not be the right thing to do if you want to lose weight....
How do I stop cravings?
Most people experience cravings at some point. Food is nourishment and eating is often what comes to mind when you want to comfort yourself. Unfortunately, the food choices we make at these times are usually unhealthy, there is also a tendency to overeat, leading to...
How does blood sugar impact my weight?
There's one important factor that’s often ignored when people try to lose weight : managing your blood sugar levels. How does blood sugar impact my weight? What is blood sugar? Your blood Glucose (blood sugar) reading measures the concentration of glucose in your...