Many of us look at a food package in a store or on line and look at grams of sugar, carbohydrate, protein and fat.  While this is a good strategy in general to gauge nutrition facts of a food or beverage, too many people can't see the wellness forest for the trees.  Are we missing some of the more nuanced health components of a food by only looking at one macro nutrient element of it? This week on Courtney on Health- Health Bites, Courtney will discuss some of the pitfalls we have experienced over the years of being hyper-focused on one part of the food label.  She offers realistic tips on seeing the bigger picture of what foods (and beverages) have to offer. Follow Courtney @clgwellness on TikTok and Instagram or Email her @ [email protected] for podcast ideas, comments and questions. Thanks for listening.

On this episode of Courtney on Health: Health Bites, Courtney highlights some of the anticipated health trends for the new year.  She weighs in on what's new, what's carrying forward from last year and her insights.  Which will you get behind (if any )? Thanks for listening.

No question that most of us need to minimize our intake of sugar (white sugar or any other sugar for that matter regardless of what type or color it is) and ultra processed food in general.  Buried in that message is the 'don't eat white food' health statement that has been circulating for years.  Unfortunately this can confuse many people as it bundles some unhealthy foods with foods that have been consumed world wide for centuries.  Before you kiss 'white food' goodbye, listen to this week's Courtney on Health where Courtney clarifies some misinformation and offers up some reasonable advice.  Thanks for listening.  

Are you familiar with the Blue Zones? These are the 5 areas of the world where people live longest and with lower rates of chronic disease.  On this Courtney on Health: Health Bites, Courtney will describe the common principles among these areas and how to apply them to this Thanksgiving (and throughout the holiday season).  The holidays shouldn't be about avoiding favorite holiday foods nor over indulgence. Listen for Courtney's favorite tried and true tips for reducing eating triggered by 'visual cueing' and for ways to get the most joy out of your holidays.  Shows  are available wherever you find podcasts.  Thanks for listening.

On average, women gain about 1 1/2 pounds each year throughout menopause.  This episode of Courtney On Health: Health Bites will focus on frustrating menopause-related weight gain.  Courtney will explain some of the reasons why women gain weight during menopause, how sleep affects appetite regulating hormones, offers strategies to help lose the extra pounds and describes those foods and drinks that may increase metabolic rate. Follow Courtney on Tik Tok or Instagram @CLGWellness for easy to follow nutrition and fitness tips that make your pathway to wellness a little bit easier. Thanks for listening. 

Diet and Exercise can play a vital role in alleviating short term menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats and headache and reducing long term health risks like osteoporosis and heart disease.  On this week's Courtney on Health - Health Bites, Courtney describes nutrition and fitness strategies that may help if you are experiencing bothersome menopausal symptoms and how to fight post menopause weight gain.  Thanks for listening.  

Winter is coming and poor weather is one of the most common barriers to maintaining physical activity.  Fall is a great time to evaluate your exercise routine to see if it's helping you meet your fitness goals.  On this episode of Courtney On Health - Health Bites, Courtney offers motivating strategies to keep active as the temperatures start to dip and to keep your fitness routine interesting and effective! She'll recommend her top 3 at-home exercises that require nothing but body weight and the one piece of equipment everyone should have at home.  Thanks for listening.

Do you know your cholesterol numbers? Are eggs okay to eat? What about shellfish? Can coffee raise cholesterol levels? On this Courtney on Health : Health Bites, Courtney reviews the latest guidelines on ideal cholesterol levels, and how certain foods and exercise affect those levels.  Listen to learn about hereditary high cholesterol (where medication may be needed)  along with steps you can take to lower cholesterol levels and reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease.  Thanks for listening.

So many of us are feeling stressed out and anxious.  There are several lifestyle factors you could (and should) try to help create more calm in your life including your diet, physical activity, and mindfulness. The role of adaptogens has come up a lot in recent years as one more tool to help reduce stress and feel energized. In this episode of COH Health Bites, Courtney explains what adaptogens are and the best approach to incorporating them. Thanks for listening. 

Powdered and freeze dried 'super' greens have been and continue to be popular among adults looking to bolster their athletic performance, immunity or overall wellness.  What are they and more importantly, do they do what they are promise to do? On the Courtney's Health Bites, I'll explain the overall category of  powdered vegetables, fruits, various phytochemicals, and adaptogens, what the research says, pros and cons.  Thanks for listening.