As I go walking along one of my normal paths, I am passed by folks I have not seen before. They may be dressed in what I recognize as new workout clothing as well as a nice looking brand new pair of shoes! I used to think that I would be seeing more of them, but then one day, I realized that I would not see them again. Sometimes I think that maybe they changed the time or the route they were walking/running. Since I walk several routes and have been for years, I have concluded that they have not continued with the activity. This is not the first time this has happened, nor will it be the last. Continue reading How to Find Tranquility Using an Activity that You Enjoy
Ways To Decrease the Gas From Beans!
Beans can cause gas, but there are things you can do to help decrease this with a few tips. When I discuss eating beans with clients, the response that I get is that they don’t eat beans because of all the gas they can cause. Continue reading Ways To Decrease the Gas From Beans!
Inflammation and Added Sugars
Added sugars are different than naturally occurring sugars in foods. Too many added sugars can be the starters to inflammation. Injure any place on your body; say your hand and you notice that it will start to swell. This is a normal response to help it heal. When we eat too much added sugar the body is doing the same thing, only we cannot see it until it decides to show itself to us. Inflammation shows itself to us in the way of chronic diseases, such as arthritis, heart disease, Alzheimer’s and other chronic diseases. Continue reading Inflammation and Added Sugars
Being Successful with Your New Year’s Resolution!
Are you struggling to have a successful new year’s resolution? If you are, it may be because your goals and expectations are too extreme and not very realistic. You may have set a resolution that was impossible to meet depending on your lifestyle. Continue reading Being Successful with Your New Year’s Resolution!
Tacos with a Different Seasoning
Tuesday of this week was National Taco Day. Because of that we decided to have tacos for dinner a few nights this week. Calcium, potassium, protein and antioxidants can be inside that taco shell. If you are a sodium watcher you may already know they can also pack a whole lot of sodium as well. Continue reading Tacos with a Different Seasoning
Optimal Health for Women
For women, finding time to care for their own health is hard. National Women’s Health Day took place this week. This is day that is known as a time for women to take control of their health. You may have participated at a local event and that is fantastic. Now what do you plan to do from there to continue to be good to yourself? Continue reading Optimal Health for Women
Finding the Right Type of Yoga for You
Yoga can provide improved strength, flexibility, balance, agility and stress management. It allows for a healthier immune system and stronger body over time to help prevent injury. If you shy away from yoga or have said a flat out “no” to this practice, you should be aware that there is more than one type to help meet your needs. Continue reading Finding the Right Type of Yoga for You
Ways to Include Fruits and Veggies
Fruits and veggies provide a multitude of vitamins such as A, C and K. They also provide minerals such as folate, potassium, magnesium and phytochemicals which may help lower inflammation. Overall, eating these is linked to a lower risk of many chronic diseases. Continue reading Ways to Include Fruits and Veggies
Different Herbs and Spices to Change a Dish
Want to use different herbs and spices, but don’t know how to use them? Adding different seasonings to foods can be easy and quite tasty. Using more herbs and spices allows for a way to enhance the flavor and use less salt. This is very important for someone trying to decrease their sodium intake. Continue reading Different Herbs and Spices to Change a Dish
Flavored Water to Hydrate in the Hottest Months
More than half of our body weight is water, we need it to survive and thrive. Not having enough fluid throughout the day to hydrate can make you feel tired. Water can definitely help you stay hydrated and it doesn’t supply calories. Continue reading Flavored Water to Hydrate in the Hottest Months