Kimberly Suraj

Why Your New Year's Resolution Fails Before the Parang Even Stops: The Trini Guide to Holiday Resilience

Kimberly Suraj

Published on: 03/12/2025

Are you tired of black cake and family pressure derailing your health every December? This in-depth guide is for Trinidadians who struggle with the "All-or-Nothing" trap during the holidays. Learn the 3 unique cultural obstacles sabotaging your progress and why vague advice fails. Read this to understand the strategy required to enjoy the festive season, maintain control, and hit January 2026 feeling lean, energized, and ahead of the curve...not starting over.

Builiding healthier habits

Who Takes Care of Me?

Kimberly Suraj

Published on: 30/08/2025

This week, we're asking an important question: Who takes care of me? Are you constantly pouring from an empty cup? In our busy lives, it's easy to assume someone else is looking out for our well-being. But is that true? Have you stopped to ask, "Who takes care of me?" This post explores the empowering realization that YOU are in charge of your own well-being. Learn how to turn this responsibility into a strength, and get the support you need to build healthy habits that last.

Self-care

"Cut That Tabanca": Breaking Unhealthy Habits in Sweet T &T

Kimberly Suraj

Published on: 14/08/2025

Have you ever felt stuck in a cycle of bad habits, knowing you need to change but feeling overwhelmed by where to start? From grabbing that quick, unhealthy lunch to putting off exercise for another day, these small choices can have a big impact over time. This blog is your guide to navigating that challenge. I'll show you how to 'cut that tabanca' by breaking down bad habits into simple, manageable steps, so you can start building the healthy, vibrant life you deserve.

Builiding healthier habits

Scale Isn't Budging?

Kimberly Suraj

Published on: 10/08/2025

You’ve been working hard. You've cut back on your doubles, you're moving more, but that number on the scale has decided to set up camp and not move an inch. It’s enough to make you want to throw in the towel, and trust me, I get it. As a Dietitian, I see so many people hit this exact wall. But here's a little secret from my professional playbook: when the scale gets stubborn, the solution usually isn't more extreme dieting or punishing workouts. It's about getting back to the basics that truly move the needle. So today, I want to walk you through the foundational checklist I review with all my clients.

Reasons why you don't lose weight