If you want to control your weight, consume adequate amounts of fiber daily. Simply stated, consumption of fiber makes you feel fuller faster and for a longer period of time. It makes any given meal feel larger and more satiating. It also slows the conversion of carbohydrates into sugar in...
Posted April 23, 2009 | 14:53:20 (EST)
Folks across America are under the misconception that you need to have mega bucks to eat healthy. This is totally not the case. Fact: If you follow the guidelines and implement the choices below....you will save an incredible amount of money!
And...keep this in mind: If you're eating healthy,...
Posted January 2, 2008 | 00:40:38 (EST)
Once again, it's time to ponder those New Year's resolutions. "I'll get my finances together this year" and "going to spend more time with the family" and "Leep better contact with close friends." "I'm going to fix up the house this year." You or loved one may have these and/or...
Posted November 18, 2007 | 17:54:37 (EST)
- Don't wear elastic pants - especially at holiday parties. This will encourage overconsumption.
- Partner up with a date or a friend at holiday parties. Keep an eye on each other as to not overconsume or eat foods that you normally would not eat.
- Chew sugar-free...
Posted October 14, 2007 | 09:00:23 (EST)
The stability ball (a.k.a. the body ball, physio ball, exercise ball, swiss ball and "Resist-a-Ball") has most certainly been established as a staple in today's exercise world.
Ball training originated as a mode for rehabilitation in Europe, becoming popular here in the U.S. in the 60's. It's here to...
Posted October 6, 2007 | 09:00:59 (EST)
The ideal pre-workout snacks: Consume foods that are in the low- (LGI) to mid-range (MGI) on the glycemic index. These foods provide a steady, sustained rise in blood sugar. Study after study indicates that these foods as a pre-workout snack will not only give you lasting, sustained and quality energy...
Posted September 29, 2007 | 09:00:00 (EST)
It's a well-established fact that consistent exercise and sensible eating habits will enhance quality of life. "A common denominator among people who successfully manage their weight and stay fit is that they exercise and make great nutritional choices as a matter of habit." The same holds true for kids. Our...
Posted September 25, 2007 | 09:00:00 (EST)
You may not stop to think about this everyday. Our lives are so full. We're busy and sometimes we tend to get overwhelmed with our work, our relationships, our commitments, and just life in general. There are never enough hours in the day, right? Days turn into weeks and weeks...


Posted May 15, 2009 | 18:05:00 (EST)