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Consistency Over Perfection: Why Boring Habits Actually Work
A few years ago, a friend showed me a habit tracker she absolutely loved. Each month was written out, with one spot for every day of the month — January had 31 dots, February had 28, and so on. Every day she completed her habit, she colored in a dot. She called it the “Stupid F*ing Dots” (or SFD for short), and it really helped her exercise consistently. She found something that worked for her, and I was genuinely happy for her. But it also made me realize something uncomfort
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
18 hours ago3 min read


Rethinking Nutrition: The Importance of Whole Foods vs Supplements
Walk down the supplement aisle and it’s easy to feel like you should be taking half the bottles on the shelf. Vitamin D for energy....
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Healthy Meals That Are Cheaper (and Faster) Than the Drive-Thru
Easy, affordable dinner ideas you can toss together in minutes—no chef skills required.
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Aug 26, 20252 min read


Back-to-School, Back-to-You: Real-Life Tips for Keeping Healthy Habits on Track
August hits, and suddenly life turns into a mix of drop-offs, pickups, endless emails from school, and wondering if the lunchbox from last year will ever stop smelling weird. Schedules shift. Evenings get busier. And it can feel like your healthy habits are the first thing to go.But here’s the thing: a schedule change doesn’t have to mean your wellness habits get bulldozed.
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Aug 12, 20253 min read


Eat More, Not Less: The Secret to Feeling Better in Midlife
If cutting carbs feels like self-punishment and you wonder why diet culture doesn’t stick, here’s a fresh mindset: focusing on adding nutrient-rich foods—not restricting yourself.
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Jul 18, 20253 min read


Ultra-processed vs minimally-processed foods: Does it really matter?
Will adding more minimally-processed foods really make a difference?
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Jun 2, 20231 min read


How to eat healthy on a budget
With sky-high food prices, learn ways to eat healthy on a budget
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
May 1, 20232 min read


Sweet Potato "Toast"
Sweet potato toast is a unique, tasty, and nutritious way to include more veggies in your day.
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Apr 4, 20231 min read


Does it matter WHEN you eat?
We've all heard about eating or fasting certain times of the day. How important is it to reaching your goals?
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Feb 1, 20233 min read


How do you keep your nutrition on track during the holidays?
‘Tis the holiday season! We all know what that means - FOOD! Lots of parties, lots of family gatherings, and LOTS of food! While we...
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Nov 29, 20213 min read
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