Since my youngest son has been home, for the winter break, from college, he’s asked me to make his favorite meals — he misses his mama’s cooking! And, how can I say no, when I know the boy has been living off of oodles of noodles, fast foods, and other not-so-nutritious meals. I usually make my best meals on Sunday, when I have time and … Continue reading What’s for Dinner?
The holiday season is about to kickoff soon, and you know what that means: food, food, and more food. If you’ve been trying to eat healthy and stay fit all year, now is not a good time to throw all that hard work away. With a few simple strategies, you can enjoy the holiday eats and still stay healthy. First, give yourself a high-five for … Continue reading Try These Holiday Fitness Tips
Well, week one of the Shutdown, and no idea of how many more we’ll have to endure, before it’s over. The Shutdown really sucks! Although, I’m not an impacted federal worker, I do have family and friends who are, and my thoughts and prayers are with them. The more time it takes to pass a budget, the longer impacted workers have to survive without a … Continue reading Healthy, Budget-friendly Menu Ideas to Survive the Shutdown
With the rise of television and video games as replacements for physical activity, in many U.S. households, the elimination of recess in schools, the ready access to fast food and lack of access to healthy foods in many neighborhoods, it is not surprising that childhood obesity is fast becoming a major epidemic in society. The observance of September National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month seeks to … Continue reading Try These Tips for Raising Healthy Kids
Today, there is a wealth of information and resources to help us lead healthy lives. With so much information, it can seem overwhelming when trying to decide on the best healthy approach. Yet, many of us get so overwhelmed that the information causes “no-action” paralysis — we have so much information that we can’t decide and end up doing nothing. Well, doing nothing is the … Continue reading Have Healthy Your Way!
Healthy meals don’t have to be boring! Anyhow, who wants to eat food that is bland and unflavorful. When it comes to eating healthy, many of us think that we have to sacrifice flavor for wholesome goodness — not necessarily so. Healthy meals can be jam-packed with flavor. The secret is in the spices, sauces, and the right amount of love and passion! Growing up … Continue reading Why Healthy Meals Don’t Have To Be Boring!
Many of us tend to surround ourselves with a lot of noise, which can contribute to our restlessness, anxiety, and stress. This noise can come from a variety of sources: people, music, reality tv, email, and the internet. Turning off this noise can be a challenge, especially when we feel the need for constant connectedness. One of the most precious things to surface, when this … Continue reading Finding This Hidden Gem in a World of Noise
I love technology — especially when it provides value and simplifies my life! Although I’ve followed a healthy diet for quite a long time, I’m always looking for ways to help me continue on that path. An easy way to stay focused on eating healthy and having a healthy lifestyle is to download health and nutrition apps to your smartphone. This is the perfect solution … Continue reading Use These Awesome Apps to Stay Healthy
There are many foods that are especially good for men’s health such as: oysters, fatty fish, bananas, Brazil nuts, and whole grains. But, there is one cancer-fighting food that men should eat daily: tomatoes. It is not surprising that tomatoes top the list of foods that men should eat daily. Why? Tomatoes are loaded with lycopene, a potent antioxidant and cancer-fighter. Research has shown a … Continue reading 1 Food Men Should Eat Daily
June is Men’s Health Month! During this month, attention is focused on building awareness of preventable health problems, for men, and encouraging men to take charge of their health. Health statistics have shown that men are more inclined than women, to skip the regular doctor’s visits, avoid getting important screening tests, and indulge in excessive alcohol and smoking. For these reasons, it’s important for men … Continue reading 4 Health Numbers Men Shouldn’t Overlook!
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