Diana Modera Wellness Coaching

04/25/2026

Healthy Tip Saturday: Question: What processed bread is made by fermenting yeast and lactic acid bacteria? This natural process increases nutrients and breaks down some gluten, a protein in grains that can be hard to digest and lead to bloating.

Due to the fermentation process, this bread contains more beneficial nutrients than other types of bread. It also contains higher levels of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

And, to boot, it has a lower glycemic index in comparison to other breads making it safer for diabetics and it supports good gut health!

You guessed it ……. Sourdough!

I picked up a loaf of organic sourdough rosemary bread last night at Wegmans and it’s delicious! 😋

04/18/2026

Healthy Tip Saturday: Hire a Patient Advocate for your loved one when needed.

Navigating through our healthcare system can be very scary at times, especially if your loved one is hospitalized.

In addition to my Health and Wellness Coaching business, I also provide a service for families who have a loved one hospitalized. In those situations, I help a patient navigate the healthcare system and make sure their needs, rights, and preferences are understood and respected.

Think of me as a bridge between the patient and the often-complicated medical world.

What a patient advocate does:

I can help with things like:

* Understanding medical information (diagnoses, lab results, treatment options)
* Communicating with healthcare providers so the patient’s concerns are clearly heard
* Attend medical meetings within the hospital to ensure the best care
* Assist patients and their family in making medical decisions that are truly understood

As an example, I once had a patient whose family members lived out of state. Their father was hospitalized after a fall. He needed surgery and experienced complications post operatively that landed him in the ICU with sepsis. Since his children lived far away, I was hired as his patient advocate.

I followed his case as he transferred in and out of many different areas, including an emergency transfer to Strong for a week where I was able to communicate with staff there and report back to the family.

The goal is to improve patient outcomes and relieve family members of constant stressful worry.

If you ever find a need for this service, send me a message and I would be happy to discuss my fees and availability.

04/15/2026

04/11/2026

Healthy Tip Saturday: I get asked this question often: What is Creatine and do I need it?

Short answer: Creatine is a compound made from 3 amino acids that your body manufactures in your kidneys and liver. In addition to this, you receive small amounts from eating red meat and fish. It is stored in your skeletal muscles for bursts of energy when needed.

So, Creatine helps your body regenerate adenosine triphosphate (ATP)which is your cells’ main energy source, especially during short bursts of movement.

Do you need to take it?
Short answer: No. However, if you are someone who weight lifts often or engages in sports where you are sprinting, or you do HIT workouts often, then Creatine, taken daily, 3 to 5 grams per day could be beneficial. Be sure to drink lots of water because this compound draws water into your muscle cells, which can cause dehydration.

Caution: ⛔️
Anyone who knows me knows I do not often recommend supplements because most companies are non-regulated. However, if you are interested in taking this supplement to maintain muscle mass or support your workouts, please check with your physician first as this supplement can be harmful for those with chronic kidney disease and or liver disease.  Due to potential interactions with your regular medications, 💊 always check with your physician or nephrologist before starting.

04/04/2026

Healthy Tip Saturday: what is your morning routine?
Biologically, when we wake, we have a temporary increase in cortisol, are dehydrated by the 6-9 hours of sleep and are usually feeling stressed because we jump right on our phones.
Here are a few habits to try out! These start your day in a calm, hormonally balanced way that sets the stage for how your day unfolds mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually!

1- drink water- at least 10 ounces with or without electrolytes added when you wake.
2- expose yourself to natural sunlight to reset your circadian rhythm and lower your melatonin level.
3-delay checking your phone for headlines and scrolling that can only increase anxiety.
4- delay your coffee intake for 60-90 minutes as this will increase your akready rising levels of cortisol that will make you jittery and increase belly bloating and visceral fat.
5-take a short , leisurely walk outside. Morning movement reduces cortisol spikes later in the day and improves resilience to stress.

There are more but these basic habits are good ones and will regulate your vagus nerve and start your day calmly and with less anxiety and unhealthy cravings!

What’s your morning routine look like? ☀️

03/28/2026

Healthy Tip Saturday: If you had more healthy hormone production of Dopamine, Endorphins, Serotonin and Oxytocin from exercise, chocolate, laughter, sunlight, fruit, hugs, honey, animal exposure, self-care and music 🎶, you might not need lLisinopril, Zoloft, Insulin, Lipitor and many more so much.
There are other ways to get and stay healthy!
Join me

03/21/2026

Healthy Tip Saturday: Why is there an avocado oil bottle in the shower?

Because this tip was shared with me by my good friend and amazing hair stylist, Mary Ellen Cerino!

She taught me to rub a small amount of oil like argan, coconut or avocado into my ends while I am in the shower. While it is saturating in, wash up your body, then shampoo your hair like usual, followed by your conditioner and normal routine.

This tip makes a difference!! As we age, we lose natural oils so this helps to protect and repair the be most fragile part of your hair- the ends which are the oldest hairs on your head.

The oil helps to coat and seal the cuticle which reduces the moisture loss during shampooing.

My avocado oil also contains vitamin E and oleic acid which helps to smooth the hair shaft making it feel softer and look shinier after washing!

Try it!!!! Remember… you only need a small amount!!

03/14/2026

Healthy Tip Saturday: Habits… not always negative ones, but the positive ones can shape your transformation!

I have many but here are just 5 of the ones I maintain each day for wellness!

What are some of yours?????

03/12/2026

02/21/2026

Healthy Tip Saturday: Why your restrictive diet isn’t working!
It’s not you, it’s biology!

Many people think they will be healthier and lose weight by not eating enough. I know of some clients that used to only consume 1000 to 1200 cal per day and on some days, even less. This lowers your metabolic rate!

What happens is your body goes into starvation mode. You began to store, fat and burn muscle, which also lowers your metabolic rate even further. Then, to make matters worse, many people turn to lots of cardio while they ate nutrient starved, which puts your body further into a state of depletion. And believe me, come 7 or 8 PM, you’re gonna want to eat!

Starving all day and depleting yourself will tend to make you hungry in the evening, grab the wrong foods, which is also the wrong time to take in lots of macro nutrients and food!

Eating real food, tracking your macro nutrients and spreading them out throughout the day is really the healthiest way to maintain your weight, fat loss, and hormone balance. It’s how we were designed, and it’s simple biology. 

02/21/2026

Hula hoops in Winter? You bet! If you're intrigued, don't miss us at the Geneva Business Improvement District Winter Carnival this Saturday!

2/21 from 12:00-3:00pm
Linden Street, Downtown Geneva
Free & open to the public

Carnival Highlights Include:
🧊 Horse drawn carriage ride along the Ice Sculpture Trail
🧊 Illuminated ice sculpture display weather permitting
🧊 Warming station featuring face painting and balloon art
🧊 Petting zoo and Snuggle Goat experience
🧊 Carnival game for all age group
🧊 Food and drink offering from local business (hula hoops might be involved!!)
🧊 Live radio broadcast throughout the event
🧊 Winterfest raffle drawing with prize from participating business
🧊 S’mores station hosted by the Geneva Fire Department
🧊 Hot dog grill hosted by the Geneva Police Department
🧊 Icehole Tournament organized by the Geneva YMCA beginning at 1:00 p.m. — co****le carved from block of ice

See you there!