It’s been exactly two months since I decided to make a conscious effort to get healthy and feel great again. I can already see changes, and while each day is a new struggle, I am happy to say that I’ve been feeling great and so happy I decided to make this lifestyle change.

Working out has never been my issue. I can lift weights, jog and do anything physical due to a long athletic career. Now that I’m in my late 20’s, it isn’t so much the active lifestyle I struggle with, but rather staying on track in terms of healthy eating. It’s as easy as can be to eat a tasty but healthy meal, but in between, I get hunger pains and it takes every inch of me not to grab a fatty snack that I not only don’t need, but makes me feel like crap.

I was lucky enough to be asked to try Dr. Joey Shulman’s skinny chew treats and at first, I was sceptic. Really? You expect me to take this chew when I have cravings and then all his hunky-dory?

To give some background, Dr. Joey Shulman is a graduate of the Chiropractic College and the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition. She’s now an inspirational speaker, a popular nutrition media figure and a best selling author of several weight loss books. Clearly, this lady knows a thing or two about nutrition.

I had gone about my day as normally, eating my scheduled meals and when I had a little craving, I decided to  have a chew. At first taste, it reminded me of a tootsie roll. I know you remember those! The dark chocolate chews have less than 20 calories each, are low in fat, sodium and carbohydrates, are gluten free, and contain 2 grams of inulin fibre per chew. The bag is not meant to be consumed in one sitting, but if I know I have a busy day, I throw a few in my bag while I’m on the go.

Even though I can’t guarantee that these work and completely cut cravings for everyone, I can assure you that they have helped me at my darkest hours. Darkest hours meaning when I pass by a convenience store with my tummy rumbling as I stare at the candy bar display. If you’re a chocolate lover, as most women are, you will live this little treat when all you can think of is shoving something into your mouth.

If you’re interested in checking out Skinny Chews, check out Dr. Joey’s website for a list of the local stores carrying it. I’d also love to know what you think about the skinny chews!

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