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Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women today, claiming more lives than all cancers combined. For this reason, it is of upmost importance that we take extra great care of the organ that gives us life. While managing a healthy weight and getting regular exercise is crucial, what foods we fuel ourselves with is just as important. Eating…
Eating healthy is important all year long but March is “National Nutrition Month”, and reminds us of the importance of healthy eating. Good nutrition is beneficial to your overall healthy and can help you maintain a healthy weight along with reducing your risk for chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes. This month gives you a chance to make changes to your…
Pickles can be a part of a healthy snack, side dish and condiment. Depending on the ingredients used and the method that went into fermenting the pickle, pickles are great for most diets because they are low in calories, one serving 17 calories and low in fat, one serving .2 grams of fat, high in fiber, one cup 2 grams of fiber…
4 Ways to Ensure That You Have a Healthy Halloween Halloween, for some, is one of the best holidays of the year. Besides, who doesn’t like dressing up and eating candy, candy, and… well, more candy?! While this day may be something to look forward to for some, for those of us who are health conscious, it could be a bit daunting…
Yep holiday season is here! People are bracing themselves for another three weeks or so of parties, drinking and lots of festivities. The month of December can be overwhelming! It is helpful to enter the holidays with a plan so you can stay on track. Check out the 5 easy tactics to utilize this holiday season… Tips to avoid holiday weight gain:…
Children who eat breakfast perform better in school than breakfast skippers. Breakfast eaters have more energy, greater concentration and perform better on school tests than kids who skip breakfast. A child’s overall nutrition improves when they eat breakfast. Children who eat breakfast are less likely to overeat or snack on fatty, sugary foods. A balanced breakfast is the key to supplying your…
There is no one food, drink or pill that can ensure optimal health. This list I have put together of my top dietary suggestions for staying healthy and living a healthier lifestyle will however, help aide you in achieving the results you desire. Eat breakfast everyday. Eat a breakfast that contains complex carbohydrates, protein and healthy fat within one hour of rising….
Exercise the pursuit to a healthy lifestyle. It’s important to carve out time to exercise….and especially if you’re a busy mother of four like me! Moms are so good at feeling guilty when they decide to “self-care”. Trust me I’ve learned how to take care of myself so I can be a better mom, wife and give my clients 100% of myself….
Any plans for super bowl Sunday? Best to get yourself an offensive strategy! This number may sound daunting but the average American consumes 1200 calories and 50 grams of fat just from snacking and drinking alcohol during the big game. According to the USDA, super bowl Sunday is second only to Thanksgiving Day in the number of calories consumed in one…
Try Something New, Veggies You’re Probably Not Eating Tired of eating celery and carrots? Bored with lettuce? Many parents complain their children won’t eat any vegetables, but the truth is most adults eat less than two servings of veggies a day. Grownups it’s time to spice things up and try something new! BEETS A powerful antioxidant and good source of folate. Try…