Making healthier choices with cooking oils can have a significant impact on your overall health - and can be an easy first step when looking to choose healthier alternatives. Avoiding processed seed oils and opting for high-quality fats can help reduce inflammation, support brain function, and improve metabolic health (yes, please!).

Managing stress isn’t about eliminating it completely - it’s about building resilience so your body can handle it better. By making small, simple changes, you can lower cortisol naturally and start feeling calmer, stronger, and healthier every day. Dig in for 8 natural ways to lower stress and keep your cortisol levels in check!

What you eat has a huge impact on how your hormones function. The nutrients in your food can directly influence hormone production, clearance, and activity - or support key processes like detoxification that keep everything humming along harmoniously.

In this article, we’re diving into the top 10 foods that pack a nutritional punch to support healthy hormones. Let’s get started!

The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year - but between indulgent treats, endless sitting, and holiday stress, it’s easy to lose sight of your health goals. This year, let’s keep the season joyful and balanced with “The Twelve Days of Healthy Festive Living.” Packed with practical tips, easy workouts, and tasty snack ideas, this guide will keep you thriving through the holidays.

Our gut is home to trillions of bacteria (Bill affectionately refers to these bacteria as our ‘tummy buddies’) that work hard to keep us healthy, influencing everything from immune health to mood and metabolism.

On our journey toward whole-body wellness, our gut is a central hub, and taking care of it can lead to big changes in how you feel daily. Here’s what you need to know about the importance of gut health and some easy steps you can take to support a balanced, thriving microbiome.

As we age, our focus should shift from merely extending our lifespan to enhancing our health span - the length of time we live better without serious health issues. The goal is to not only live longer but live well, avoiding the chronic diseases and discomfort that often accompany aging.

Ready to feel more energized, focused, and just plain awesome?? We’ve got the perfect tool to help you kickstart your journey toward better health: a free printable Good Energy Food guide plus grocery list printables packed with foods that fuel your body and mind!

We’re digging into the benefits of fasting, which include weight loss, improved metabolic health, cellular repair, and enhanced brain function! We've also included several sample fasting schedules with liquid intake suggestions and helpful tips to manage stressors during fasting - so make sure to keep reading! Bill DeHoog Whole Body Fitness, 2024.

From personal care items to household cleaners, these substances have been linked to a variety of harmful effects - and despite the potential dangers, these products remain popular and widely included on our shopping list of essential items.

Joining group fitness classes, such as Bill’s Zoom fitness sessions, boot camps or aerobic classes, can provide serious motivation and support for beginners, while also building camaraderie within our groups! Ready to get started with Bill’s Zoom fitness groups?

Spring into Detoxification! With Spring in the air, it’s a great time to feel motivated to clean out the old and bring in a fresh, healthy start! Since we’re in the habit of staying on top of our whole body health with Bill DeHoog - let’s talk about detoxification and how a detox can benefit our bodies by helping to eliminate toxins and waste…

We’ve all heard about it - Ozempic has been making waves about weight loss…but is it really the wonder drug we’ve heard about? Dig in with Bill DeHoog Whole Body Fitness as we explore the uses, side effects, and newest data coming out in relation to Ozempic, health, weight loss, and the best way to do it.

From the benefits of Creatine, working out with a spouse (and maybe why you SHOULDN’T), plus new lean BISON recipes to try - Brantford Physical Trainer Bill DeHoog shares a few of our latest updates for February 2024.

Corn is one of the most abundantly genetically modified crops on the planet, making it harmful for our genes, difficult for digestion, and the root cause of many associated symptoms and side effects. Read on for the top 3 most widely used Genetically Modified Foods, why we need fiber, and how to include the right type and sources in your regular diet.

As we head into peak holiday sweet season, it’s time to dig into our next Inflammatory 5 ingredient…SUGAR. While we all want to enjoy the highlights of the holidays, read on below for great insight and plan ahead for your health and fitness in 2024 with Bill’s great info and tips!

Next up in our deep dive into the Top 5 Inflammatory Foods, is DAIRY!

Dairy has been sold to us either through the idea that it contains calcium that makes bones and teeth stronger, that kids need it for their growth or that it (particularly chocolate milk) can help improve sports performance and recovery….however - This isn’t TRUE!

Dairy causes a lot of inflammation and digestive issues - with as much as 75% of the world’s population struggling to digest dairy or dairy products well. Are you one of them?

Since chronic inflammation is linked to several health conditions and can contribute to long-term health problems, we’re sharing our best tips to combine with an exercise program from Brantford physical trainer Bill DeHoog to keep you healthy and feeling your best!

Feeling puffy, heavy, bloated, irritable and slow? It’s very likely your diet is what’s dragging you down! Consuming foods that promote inflammation in the body can have a wide range of negative effects on your health, leaving you feeling unwell and at an increased risk of chronic diseases. Since chronic inflammation is linked to several health conditions and can contribute to long-term health problems, we want to share our best nutrition tips to combine with an exercise program from Brantford physical trainer Bill DeHoog to keep you healthy and feeling your best!

Have you started noticing changes in your overall physical health and fitness levels, perhaps including lower energy, mobility, and weight gain? There are many physical signs that indicate it’s a good time to start exercising for weight loss in Brantford, which can vary from person to person - however; there are some common indicators that you might experience.

Weight gain during menopause is a common concern and issue for many women seeking fitness programs in Brantford and Brant County. Several factors contribute to this phenomenon, but thankfully Bill deHoog Whole Body Health and Fitness is here to help us combat it. Read on for more insight on causes, symptoms and healthy solutions!

Do We Really Need to Exercise?

Well, perhaps in order to answer that most effectively - let’s first look into what happens when we DON’T exercise. Brantford Physical Trainer Bill Dehoog is here to share more!

When we don't exercise, our bodies miss out on countless physical and mental benefits that regular physical activity provides for the body. While each situation is dependant on….