Maria Allshouse, Author at Healthy Lifestyle Coach | Maria Allshouse

Cooking healthy meals at home is much easier if your kitchen is stocked with healthy options. A healthy diet starts with making smart choices at the grocery store. However, with thousands of options and dozens of aisles, a trip to the store can quickly become overwhelming. Here are some tips for making healthy decisions in

I hope you and your family are well and staying safe during this time! I’m reaching out to you for a few reasons.  This challenging time has changed our lives in so many ways …. but it’s also providing an opportunity to make big changes that could dramatically improve the course of your life moving forward. Here are some

8 TIPS FOR YOU These challenging times can bring on uncertainly, anxiety and stress. And, stress can lead to reacting emotionally, making choices that aren't necessarily healthy or positive. And that can lead to feeling even more stressed. I bet we've all experienced that at one time or another. For many, food becomes the "go-to" for comfort or

Recent statistics suggest that we’re facing a shortfall of more than 50,000 physicians by 2025. This is an alarming finding, given the skyrocketing rates of chronic disease. Even without this shortage, you may have noticed that doctors lack the time and training to help us make lasting changes in areas such as diet, physical activity, sleep,

Whether you are looking to achieve or maintain a healthy weight, eating the right amount of food is just as important as what you eat. The terms “portion size” and “serving size” are sometimes used interchangeably, but they are actually different. Portion size refers to the amount you eat in one setting while serving size

Now that the days are getting shorter, you may be tempted to stay indoors and hibernate, which can stall your progress toward reaching your health goals. Don’t let this get in the way of your transformation! Here are some ways to stay on track and maintain your healthy habits: Get some sun. As the days

Whether it’s work stress, bossy in-laws, a knee injury ….  complaining can be cathartic.  While blowing off some verbal steam may provide temporary relief, it does not improve or change a situation. In fact, airing your grievances and “going negative” may do more harm that good. In addition to spreading negative energy, it can impact