Psst! Here’s a secret you may or may not know: eating a healthy diet isn’t enough to lose or maintain weight. Sorry, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, especially if you’ve finally made the decision to eat healthier, as part of your weight loss program. But, the sad news: healthy eating isn’t enough. To kick-start your weight loss into high gear, you … Continue reading For Weight Loss, Make Cardio Your BFF!
Nowadays, everyone is on the fitness kick — this is a good thing! With so many different activities to engage in, there’s no reason for anyone not to get some level of physical activity. Whether you enjoy walking, running, dancing, kickboxing, pilates, yoga, just to name a few, the one thing to remember: find a fitness activity that works for you. Several years ago, when … Continue reading Find Your Fitness!
I applaud anyone who voluntarily restricts their eating, for an extended period of time, to lose weight — more power to you! The thought of following a food-deprived routine just isn’t appealing to me — I have tried, and failed. Weight-loss diets aren’t easy to follow. You first have to get your mind right to go through with the plan. If not, you’re wasting your … Continue reading Why I Don’t Do Weight-Loss Diets!
This is the best advice I can give to all fathers: “Stay Healthy!” Why? Without good health you have a greater risk of dying from chronic illnesses, and leaving your children to grow up without a dad. As the backbone of the family — your presence is needed! I wish my father had taken better care of himself. He died from a massive heart attack, … Continue reading #1 Tip for Father’s Day: Stay Healthy!
What do chocolates, avocados, and turmeric have in common? Well, for starters, they’re on the list of the top 10 fat burning foods. That’s right! These foods, along with a few others, work to help you burn more fat, which is the ultimate goal in any weight loss program. Several of these fat-busting foods work to rev up your metabolism and help you burn fat … Continue reading 10 Foods that Help You Burn More Fat
Eating healthy at work is challenging, since we’re always pressed for time. With little time, you may opt for a trip to the nearest fast food place. And, though, you may choose to buy the healthier items on the menu, they’re not as healthy as you might think. Many are still loaded with high levels of sodium, fats, and sugar. The key to eating healthy … Continue reading Key to Eating Healthy at Work: Pack Your Lunch!
Hotlanta is heating up! When the weather gets warm, I can’t wait to fire up the grill. Today, I wanted to find a recipe for the huge, pack of chicken tenders I had thawing in the fridge. So, I did what any good, home chef would do: search the Internet. For sometime, I’ve wanted to prepare a meal with mango salsa. I always enjoy the … Continue reading Sunday Dinner Series: Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa and Coconut Cilantro Rice Pilaf
Did Gwyneth Paltrow believe that her food stamp challenge would teach poor folks a lesson on survival? Really! What meals had she planned on preparing with the items she purchased for $29? Looking at her list: a dozen eggs, romaine, an onion, scallions, a bag of rice, black beans, cilantro, and limes, I would say that she had all the fixins for a few days … Continue reading Sorry Gwyneth, I Can Do Better!
Although I do most of the cooking in my house, there are times when I just need a break to do, well, nothing! During those times, hubby will step in and cook; nothing too extravagant though. It wouldn’t matter what he cooked, because there’s nothing sexier than a man in the kitchen cooking! Yes, after 34 years of marriage, I can still say that! LOL … Continue reading Kitchen Love!
The verdict is in: people who cook more at home tend to eat healthier, and eat less fast food, according to a Johns Hopkins research study. Adults, who reported they cooked dinner six or seven nights a week, consumed fewer carbohydrates, less sugar and less fat than adults, who only cooked once a week. Cooking at home shouldn’t be complicated. Quick and healthy, home-cooked meals … Continue reading Key to Eating Healthy: Cook at Home
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