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Discover practical tips, inspiring stories, and simple strategies to create healthier habits for yourself, your family, and your workplace. From stress management to easy wellness ideas, Making Healthy Choices a Habit empowers you to find balance and joy—one small step at a time.

Happy National Biological Clock Day! Apr 28, 2023

No, I am not talking that time sensitive baby craving urge women experience. Rather, I’m talking about that internal clock we all have. Today, we celebrate National Biological Clock Day for one re

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Have you had your Uitwaaien today? Apr 27, 2023

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An Uitwaaien (pronounced Out-vi-en).  Uitwaaien is a Dutch term for doing something outside in the wind that clears your mind and makes you feel refreshed –  taking a morning walk or run,

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You Can Find 20 Minutes Apr 20, 2023

For many of us, school is back in session or will be soon.  That means a change in schedule. Maybe it will be calmer for you. Maybe more hectic.  Either way, it’s an exciting time, but also a stre

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My Favorite Fitness Products Apr 13, 2023
 Health is a 4-legged stool: adequate sleep, moving everyday, eating whole foods, and drinking enough water.

Sleep — tracking your quality of sleep makes a difference. There are all kinds of wearab

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Dressing The Healthy Way Apr 10, 2023

photo%203As we head into these hot summer days, a salad for lunch or dinner simply sounds good. It is easy, filling and if made right, nutritious.

About a year ago, we started making our own salad dressings

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Healthy Junk Food Substitutions that Actually Taste Good Apr 06, 2023
 
When you want a treat, do you crave sweet treats or salty treats?  So often when those cravings hit us, we resort to not so healthy options. So, here are a few healthier options you could use to “t...
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Healthy Travel snacks and tips Mar 30, 2023
This time of year, many of us will be travel. Though it is fun and exciting, travel is stressful especially if you are committed to a healthy lifestyle. You’re in a hurry to get everything done before...
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Working With Me Mar 27, 2023

Creating a healthier life for you, your family, or your employees isn’t easy. However, it isn’t impossible.  All it really takes is a few small tweaks to feel better and to have more energy.

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About Mar 20, 2023

My name is Karen Meuwissen.

Like you, I balance many roles.  I am a wife, a mother, a college instructor, a coach, a mentor to my students, a lifelong learner, and a fitness enthusiast.  I am passion...

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Asian Vegetable Stir Fry Mar 14, 2023

photo 3This quick and easy veggie dish is one of our favorites. You can basically use any vegetables you have in the kitchen. Prep and cooking time is about 20 minutes.

2 Tbsp coconut oil

4 cloves garlic, ...

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