There’s much to love about fall: cooler weather, hearty soups, and constant changing foilage. But, fall’s superfoods give us one more reason to love this season. Superfoods are foods that are loaded with health benefits. Many of these foods provide enormous amounts of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. The fall season brings us a few of these superfoods to enjoy for better health and nutrition: Pumpkin … Continue reading Fall for Fall’s Superfoods
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!
The Mediterranean diet is becoming more and more popular, due to its health benefits, for increasing life expectancy and lowering risk of heart disease and cancer. Whether you’re considering a life change of adopting a Mediterranean diet, or adding Mediterranean foods to your diet a few days a week, you’re sure to reap the health benefits by having stocking up on these essentials: salmon, olive … Continue reading Stock-Up On These Mediterranean Diet Essentials
Each week I browse the web searching for interesting health topics, to use for writing my blog posts. I was excited to find out that May is International Mediterranean Diet month, since I absolutely love Mediterranean food! So much has been in the news about the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. It is said to be the best diet for good health and longevity. … Continue reading Add Mediterranean Foods to Your Everyday Meals
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