How My Healthy Diet Almost Killed Me!!</a>
Wellness, Food Melissa O'Connor-Arena Wellness, Food Melissa O'Connor-Arena

How My Healthy Diet Almost Killed Me!!

If you read last week’s blog, you know I spent several hours in the emergency ward because of a bad reaction to, what we think, is shrimp. That frightening experience led to a lot of thought….and WHY!!

Once I was settled in my bed with all my cozy pillows to rest from all the medication and craziness, I began to think….OMG… what can I eat? Why me? How does this happen? sh*t!! I could have died if the swelling settled in my vocal cords and tongue!

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Emotional Eating: Nourishment, Habit or Entertainment?</a>
Food, Wellness Melissa O'Connor-Arena Food, Wellness Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Emotional Eating: Nourishment, Habit or Entertainment?

During the cold snowy days of winter do you gravitate towards preparing and enjoying hearty meals like; pot roasts, chili, deep dish lasagna, or stews? Do you have a habit around 3ish to find that tasty piece of chocolate or grab a vanilla latte? When you get home from work do you love to remove your shoes, pour a nice glass of wine or a cocktail, and just sit on the couch for a few minutes before starting your evening?

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