​Wellness Blogs 

Healthy Thanksgiving Thanksgiving: The Most Overeaten, Least Active Day of the Year Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays — family, food, laughter, and tradition. But it’s also the most overeaten, least active day of the year.  The average person consumes between 3,000 and 4,500 calories  on Thanksgiving Day — and that doesn’t include the leftovers! Add in a day spent sitting, chatting, and nibbling, and it’s easy to see how one meal can turn into a full weekend setback

Not all calories are created equal Not All Calories Are Created Equal We’ve all heard the saying, “A calorie is a calorie.”  But anyone who’s ever tried to live on diet soda, low-fat snacks, or sugar-free desserts knows that’s not the whole story. Calories may measure energy, but they don’t measure nourishment, satisfaction, or how your body actually responds to what you eat. The Quality of Calories Matters Think about it this way — 150 calories of almonds will fuel your body

When Hormones Speak Louder Than Willpower: My Journey Back to Balance Even after 25 years of maintaining my weight, my body reminded me this past August: you don’t outsmart hormones—you work with them. I had been feeling “off” for a while. My energy was unpredictable. Sleep wasn’t as restful. My mood swung between sharp focus and foggy frustration. My body wasn’t responding to food or movement the way it used to. For someone who lives and breathes health, that can feel dis

Find a advocate Living (and Thriving) With Metabolic Syndrome By Coach Paris, Always On Your Side Coaching There’s a moment in everyone’s wellness journey when life throws a curveball—mine came in February 2024. After 25 years of maintaining my weight within two pounds, tracking my food, moving my body, meditating, and eating clean, my body decided to change the rules. Despite doing everything “right,” I was diagnosed with metabolic syndrome —a cluster of conditions that put

My 25-Year Journey Through Weight Loss, Metabolic Disorder, and Hormone Imbalance

Overcoming Obstacles Overcoming Invisible Obstacles to Weight Loss Success Weight loss isn’t just about food and exercise—it’s about the...

Why are you afraid? Why Are You Afraid to Lose Weight? Are you Afraid to lose weight? Losing weight is rarely just about dropping...

Aging is inevitable, but how we age is a choice. Too many of us spend hundreds—sometimes thousands—of dollars trying to “buy” graceful...

Emotional eating is something many of us grapple with, often turning to food for comfort during stressful times or emotional highs and lows.

The perfect BBQ Smart Summer Swaps: Better Bad Choices at BBQs and Parties By Coach Paris | Always On Your Side Coaching 🔥 Powered by...

Healthy choices even when its hot. What to Eat When It’s Too Hot to Cook: Easy Summer Meals Under 400 Calories By Coach Paris | Always On...

The truth about Healthy Fats

A1C Over a year ago , I was officially diagnosed with Metabolic Syndrome  — something many of you have heard me talk about. Even as a...

Overwhelm.... Is Stress Sabotaging Your Health? Signs You Have Too Much Cortisol—And What To Do About It Cortisol, often called the...

Spring Reset Your Spring Reset: 5 Tiny Tweaks That Bring Big Results Spring is a natural time for a reset. As the days get longer and the...

Spring Clean Your Diet: How to Refresh Your Eating Habits for the New Season

Struggling with water intake? Learn why hydration is key for weight loss, energy, and health. Plus, easy tips to get 48-64 oz daily!

Water the best hydrator Staying hydrated is one of the simplest yet most effective things you can do for your health. Despite its...

Sugar: The Sweet Temptation of the Season and How to Take Control

Eating Seasonally: The Benefits of Fall Produce for Your Health