Today and Everyday
A what? An Uitwaaien (pronounced Out-vi-en). Uitwaaien is a Dutch term for doing something outside in the wind that clears your mind and makes you feel refreshed – taking a morning walk or run, working in the garden, raking leaves, or taking a bike ride. It’s about getting back in touch with nature and escaping […]
There might be some truth to the saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Apples are filled with fiber and water that helps with satiety. One small apple has 20 grams of carbs, about 4 grams of fiber, 15 grams of sugar, and less than 1 gram each of protein and fat — […]
We hear it all the time — eat clean. But what does that really mean? Is it a fad? Is it a lifestyle? Is it purely organic foods? Is it only whole foods? Most nutritionists say that “clean eating” is another way of saying, “eat your fruits and vegetables and reduce processed foods.” Eating clean […]
As you walk through the grocery store, do you have a hard time deciding when you should spend the extra money to buy organic produce? I do. That decision is a little easier As you walk through the grocery store, do you have a hard time deciding when you should spend the extra money to […]
You’ve made the decision. You have committed to a healthier diet. You are determined to cut out processed foods and sugar. You’ve worked hard and have switched to eat a diet rich in whole foods. You feel better and want it to continue. Then at a family function or a night out with friends, you start to get […]
The Fall sports season has started and many of us have kids actively involved in organized or school sports. How your student athlete fuels his/her body makes a difference in their performance. Feel free to share these guidelines with your kids, or use them yourself! Fuel your Performance A strong, capable athlete trains hard for […]
When you want a treat, do you crave sweet treats or salty treats? So often when those cravings hit us, we resort to not so healthy options. So, here are a few healthier options you could use to “trick” those cravings. Salt Cravings Microwave Popcorn àAir pop popcorn then sprinkle with herbs like oregano, rosemary, thyme […]
For many of us, school is back in session or will be soon. That means a change in schedule. Maybe it will be calmer for you. Maybe more hectic. Either way, it’s an exciting time, but also a stress filled time. During the craziness, it is easy to let taking care of ourselves go. However, […]
Does this sound like you? You do a pretty good job staying on track with your healthy eating all day, but when evening rolls around, it’s another story? Almost like Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde – health food addict –> junk food junky. I find evenings are difficult for me. When I eat in the […]
For years, I figured the only way I could lose or maintain my weight was through rigorous cardiovascular or aerobic exercise. I would run, climb the stair stepper, or take an aerobics based class for an hour 5 times or more a week. And it worked, kind of. As I grew older though, I started to […]
