All You Need to Know About Eating Healthy
Have you ever wondered how some people can eat "normal" everyday and never have to worry about food? They can eat a donut without feeling one bit guilty. They can eat a few bites from a piece of cake and feel satisfied enough to pass up the rest. They can eating 3/4 of what is on their plate and leave the rest for later because they're no longer hungry.
There are SO MANY mixed messages through the media, advertising, publications and endless commercials trying to sell the next best way to lose weight, get healthy and to finally "make exercise fun." The healthy and fitness industry is a multi-million dollar money making machine and every day they make their buck off of individuals that are hoping they have FINALLY discovered that magic solution.
However, it does not have to be that complicated.
Have you ever wondered how some people can eat "normal" everyday and never have to worry about food? They can eat a donut without feeling one bit guilty. They can eat a few bites from a piece of cake and feel satisfied enough to pass up the rest. They can eating 3/4 of what is on their plate and leave the rest for later because they're no longer hungry.
Eating healthy is really about just getting back to the basics. Eating food that tastes good, food that's nutritious and energizes your body for daily activity and exercise. Eating food to the point of feeling satisfied and stopping when you're full. Enjoying a treat from time to time without feeling guilty.
There are five basic concepts for healthy eating:
1. Understanding Nutrition - Having a solid foundation of healthy nutrition is the cornerstone for giving your body what it needs to function properly. Healthy nutrition involves understanding how to read food labels, eating a balanced diet and knowing how each food group effects your body.
2. Healthy Goal Setting - A health goal is the #1 New Year's Resolution set every year. And why wouldn't it be? A New Year means a new start and a great time to look at one's health and want to make changes. However, many individuals set goals weight loss goals which can be very problematic, causing the person to be tethered to the highs and lows associated with what the scale reads. Learning how to set HEALTHY goals can be the best approach.
3. Navigating Grocery Gimmicks - There is a LOT of jargon in the present day when it comes to food. Sugar free, all natural, cage free, gluten free, etc. All of these different terms come disguised as a way to try and help you be healthier, but some are actually causing more harm than good. Understanding how to read through all the jargon and how advertising and marketing companies utilize jargon to trick you into buying their products can be very beneficial in the pursuit of a healthier lifestyle.
4. Meal Planning - One of the single best ways to create a healthier lifestyle is to plan out your menu from week to week. But so few people actually take the time to do it! Whether they're overwhelmed, don't know where to start or simply bored with their meal choices, there are many reasons people don't commit to meal planning. However, this method has time and time again proven to be one of the most helpful!
5. Getting a Tap on Your Emotions - Do you eat when you're sad, stressed, bored, angry --- all of the above? You're not alone. Almost everyone eats for reasons other than physical hunger from time to time. However, this can become problematic if you find yourself reaching for food EVERY time you experience negative emotions and you have no other healthy means to cope. Adopting a mindful eating, or intuitive eating, approach can be one of the best ways to make sure you're eating in ways that nourish your body and leave you feeling satisfied instead of guilty.
Do any of these areas sound like something you're struggling with in your healthy lifestyle pursuit? We'll be covering each concept in depth in the Healthy Eating Basics Boot Camp beginning March 4th. The 6 week program is completely online and if you found something that resonates with you here, I would love for you to learn more about the program by clicking here.
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Healthy Eating Basics Bootcamp (Online!) - Open for Enrollment!
Last summer, we ran an online Bootcamp for healthy eating and.... we're doing it again! The program starts in March 2017 (times/dates TBD). Save by signing up for the Early Registration beginning now through February 28th!
Hello everyone!
Last summer, we ran an online Bootcamp for healthy eating and.... we're doing it again! The program starts in March 2017 (times/dates TBD). Save by signing up for the Early Registration beginning now through February 28th!
If you are:
Confused about conflicting dieting advice and have tried multiple diets with little success.
Turning to foods during emotional times, such as: stress, sadness, loneliness, boredom, frustration and more.
Unable to determine your body's hunger signals and eating just because "it's time to eat" or because "there's nothing else to do."
Eating out multiple times a week because you don't know what to cook at home, feel like there's not enough time to cook, or you're too tired to cook.
Despising going to the grocery store several times a week and would like to go less (how does twice a month sound?).
Struggling with motivation to stick with your goals, a change in diet or an exercise routine.
Setting the same get healthy goals every year, only to give up on them after a couple of weeks.
Then this program is for you!
The program is comprehensive, including some of the most researched, science based strategies for overcoming problematic eating issues, changing behaviors and developing life-long healthy habits.
Many individuals have invested hundreds of dollars in trying multiple diet plans and numerous workout strategies, only to end up right where they started - feeling FRUSTRATED, DISAPPOINTED and DEFEATED.
I often tell my clients, it's probably not the diet plan or the workout routine that hasn't worked, but perhaps your ability to stick with these plans for the long-haul. Be honest with yourself and ask if you really GAVE IT YOUR ALL before you gave up? If not, what went wrong? What was the reason(s) you weren't able to finish the program? Was it too strict? Did you get bored with the food choices? You couldn't give up your carbs? The workouts were too hard? The plan was too long?
Research has found most people trying to make changes to their health, weight or diet, need to refocus their energy on developing a different mindset, rather than the food or exercise. I often tell my clients, motivation is a myth. It's more about organizing your life and your thoughts into a way that makes transition and adapting new habits as easy as possible. That's what the Healthy Eating Basics Bootcamp is designed to do!
This program is PACKED with all the strategies you need towards making changes in your health journey. We'll be covering mindful eating, goal-setting, nutrition basics, grocery shopping, meal planning, emotional eating, and TONS of healthy tips along the way.
Here's a look at what's included in the 6 week program:
5 LIVE presentations hosted by myself on the topics of Nutrition Basics, SMART Goal Setting, The Games Grocery Stores Play, Stress-Free Meal Planning and Mindful Eating vs. Emotional Eating.
5 Pre-Recorded videos where I chat with you about: Grocery Haul -Exactly What I Buy at the Store, My Favorite Healthy Living Products, My Meal Planning Routine, What I Eating in a Day and A Guided Grocery Store Tour.
In depth lesson plans emailed straight to your Inbox weekly.
Homework assignments and handouts to help you in implementing the program's lessons into your own life.
A weekly Action Challenge in which you will be able to incorporate lessons from the program into your own life, while also joining in community support for the challenge through the FB community.
A Tracking Sheeting so you can monitor and track your progress.
A super secret Facebook group in which you and all the other participants can share ideas, motivation and share progress on weekly challenges.
A weekly Q & A session with myself to answer any questions or concerns you have about the program material, as well as any help you may need in implementing your goals.
Tons of great BONUSES, including: Weekly prize drawings, FREE download of 25 Healthy Hacks from an ED Expert, discounts from loved brands, such as Reebok and Iherb, 1 week free trial of the Madden Wellness Membership and anything else I can think to throw in there along the way!
Space for the program is limited. You can signup now for the Early Bird discount through February 28th. After that deadline, the price increases. The program begins in March (exact time/dates TBD).
I will leave you with an Intro Video I made about last Summer's program. Please keep in mind this video also contains previous pricing that was only available for the first group and is NOT the current price. I wanted to share the video in hopes that maybe it can answer any questions you might have, as the content of the program will be close to the same. If you have any other questions about the program, please contact me and I would be glad to answer!
Amber Madden is a Licensed Counseling Associate specializing in Eating Disorders and Obesity. She is the Clinical Director at Madden Wellness Counseling, PLLC. She utilizes her skills in addiction to assist her clients in with Binge Eating, "food addictive" patterns, and develop a positive approach to overall health and wellness. She has a passion for assisting clients in achieving their health goals and learning to love nutritious foods and exercise. For more information visit www.maddenwellnessky.com . V
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Healthy Products for Healthy Living - (Video)
I wanted to introduce you to some of my favorite products that I use almost WEEKLY in my diet. These products make healthy living fun, tasty and simple. Many of these products are available in the Madden Wellness Store as a convenient and easy way for you to find them. I hope you enjoy!
I wanted to introduce you to some of my favorite products that I use almost WEEKLY in my diet. These products make healthy living fun, tasty and simple. Many of these products are available in the Madden Wellness Store as a convenient and easy way for you to find them. I hope you enjoy!
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Amber Madden is a Licensed Counseling Associate specializing in Eating Disorders and Obesity. She is the Clinical Director at Madden Wellness Counseling, PLLC. She utilizes her skills in addiction to assist her clients in with Binge Eating, "food addictive" patterns, and develop a positive approach to overall health and wellness. She has a passion for assisting clients in achieving their health goals and learning to love nutritious foods and exercise. For more information visit www.maddenwellnessky.com .
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Health and Fitness Brand Discounts
Below you will find several offer codes and links to popular brands. These brands offer products which could make your healthy journey fun and interesting, as well as keep you motivated.
Below you will find several offer codes and links to popular brands. These brands offer products which could make your healthy journey fun and interesting, as well as keep you motivated. (Please note: These are affiliate links. If you purchase something using the link, I also will get a small commission, which goes towards site maintenance and weekly prizes for you. Thank you!).
Meal Delivery Services
Home Chef
Get $30 off on your first order. Fresh meals arrive at your home every week! (I like this one because I think it's very family friendly and one of the most affordable!)
Click here for your Home Chef discount!
Sunbasket
Get 3 meals for free at Sunbasket! Eat clean and organic straight to your door!
Nutrition and Health
Amazing Grass
All-In-One, plant based, nutritional shake to help supplement your nutritional needs.
Bulu Box
Monthly Subscription box of healthy deliveries that will upgrade your health.
Love With Food
Monthly Subscription Box filled with healthy snacks, and other products for healthy living.
Bestowed
Monthly Subscription Box filled with healthy snacks for healthy living.
Clothing and Apparel
Reebok
Receive BOGO 50% off all Reebok footwear in the outlet. Click the link below.
http://www.shareasale.com/u.cfm?d=328515&m=45519&u...
Madden Wellness Store
This is my Amazon Store. No discounts here other than Amazon promotions, but I have grouped together many of my favorites for healthy living to make it easy for you to find! (If you purchase through my links, I receive a small commission that goes toward site maintenance and prizes for you. Thank you!)
Madden Wellness Amazon Store Link
This page is continuously updated. Please keep checking back for more great offers.
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Amber Madden is a Licensed Counseling Associate specializing in Eating Disorders and Obesity. She is the Clinical Director at Madden Wellness Counseling, PLLC. She utilizes her skills in addiction to assist her clients in with Binge Eating, "food addictive" patterns, and develop a positive approach to overall health and wellness. She has a passion for assisting clients in achieving their health goals and learning to love nutritious foods and exercise. For more information visit www.maddenwellnessky.com .
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