With each new year, come new resolutions. Here are some of the most popular resolutions, according to USA.gov:
Lose weight, Manage debt/save money, Get a better job, Get fit, Eat right, Get a better education, Drink less alcohol, Quit smoking, Reduce stress overall and/or at work, Take a trip,Volunteer to help others

6 of the top 11 most common resolutionss are centered around health! However, many resolutions go unachieved because they have no plan to support their achievement. If you resolve to change your diet or lifestyle in some way this year, make a plan that will stick!

The National Weight Control Registry (http://www.nwcr.ws/ ) is tracking over 5,000 individuals who have lost significant amounts of weight and kept it off for long periods of time. They have found the following:
78% eat breakfast every day.
75% weigh them self at least once a week.
62% watch less than 10 hours of TV per week.
90% exercise, on average, about 1 hour per day.
In addition, multiple studies have shown that instruction by a registered dietitian (RD) is an effective weight loss strategy for various populations, different disease conditions, and in multiple settings.

If you would like to work with an RD to achieve your resolutions, contact SoCal Nutrition & Wellness (janice@socalnw.com or 310-270-8985). Can’t find the time to meet in-person? Ask about the E-Health Consulting option.

Wishing you a happy and HEALTHY New Year!!  (Thanks Janice for sending us great advice, I need to make time to eat breakfast!!!)

I forget how beautiful the grounds at Rancho Las Lomas are until I get there.  This is not your typical OC venue and it’s not for every bride. For those non- city girls who want something more natural, with trees and greenery.  And you have to love the parrots and animals too as there is a small zoo with zebras and tigers.  

This is exactly what Janet and Daniel wanted so the ranch was perfect for their November wedding.  The ceremony site is on the first level of the grounds (outdoors) and cocktails/dinner up top, about 4 level up inside a beautiful wood beamed ceiling room with a real wood burning fireplace. The floral decor was done by Asiel Designs..loved loved the texture in the ceremony floral pieces.  This was the first time working with photographer, Rebecca Bouck who flew in from Arizona.  Like her, first time visitors are pleasantly surprised.

Photos: Courtesy of Rebecca Bouck Photography