Quick Tip: Avoid unhealthy creamers, sugar and artificial sweeteners in your morning cup of coffee or green tea. Coffee and green tea contain caffeine. Caffeine can help suppress appetite and boost metabolism. But the effects of caffeine is negated when unhealthy creamers and sweeteners are added. Creamers, sugar and artificial sweeteners are void of nutritional…
DetailsLet’s face it, some of us don’t like to hit the gym. Traditional exercises may seem more like a chore and a test of patience. Luckily, there are many non-traditional physical activities that can be both fun and rewarding. It’s important to choose an activity that will get your heart pumping and get your muscles burning.…
DetailsCongratulations to the United States Women Olympics Gymnastic Team for winning the gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics. The ladies include pictured in this order include: Simone Biles, Gabrielle Douglas, Laurie Hernandez, Madison Kocian and Aly Raisman. In a political climate strife with racial undertones and divide, the 2016 United States Women Gymnastic Team…
DetailsFor me, nothing quenches my thirst more than water. I love the taste and I love how it makes me feel. Unfortunately, not many folks share my love of water. Instead, many opt for sugar-sweetened beverages such as juice, soda, beer, alcohol, coffee or tea. Non-water beverages are tasteful and palatable, however they are empty…
DetailsIf you haven’t heard of the viral mobile “augmented reality” game Pokémon Go, you most likely aren’t watching the news or like me you have no interest in the game. I know nothing about the game, except for the fact that gamers are in search of virtual reality Pokémon Go characters. Initially, the news surrounding Pokémon Go…
DetailsQuick Health Tip: Are you interested in joining a gym, but can’t afford a gym membership? Did you know many health insurance plans have benefits that cover a portion, if not all the costs of a gym membership? As an example, my health plan, Blue Cross/Blue Shield (BCBS) has a program called FitnessBlue. With…
DetailsFirst Lady Michelle Obama stole the show at the 2016 Democratic National Convention. Her speech was no less than flawless. She was gracious, yet tenacious. She was true and spoke from her heart as “Mother-in-Chief.” Michelle Obama defies who some say we can’t be. I am so proud of our First Lady of the United…
Details“Be a Rainbow in Someone’s Else’s Cloud”–Maya Angelou Tomorrow I plan to see someone I know is going through a major life challenge. She’s facing decisions she never thought she would ever have to make. I feel her pain and sorrow. My heart aches for her. There is not much I can do or say…
DetailsThe 4th of July marks our country’s Independence. Its a great day for fun with family and friends. Unfortunately, the day for many can be marred with tragedy. I am spending the holiday this year in New York City and I awoke to the news of a college student who was visiting from Virginia having…
DetailsIts summer time and many states across our nation are recording record hot temperatures. Summer is synonymous with children playing outdoors, often playing in their backyard in kiddie pools and running through water sprinklers. Unfortunately, a seemingly innocuous activity can pose a dangerous health threat to our babies and children. Garden hoses left out baking…
DetailsLet’s face it, we are all going to age. How we age is the question? Many factors contribute to aging, including genetics, illness, stress and lifestyle. Genetics can’t be changed, but there are modifiable lifestyle factors that we are in control of. New research from the Mayo Clinic found that poor diet and lack of exercise can…
DetailsHave you ever wondered what your heart rate is when you exercise? Or do you even know what your target heart rate should be? Well a heart rate monitor can be useful when exercising. There are numerous heart monitors to choose from. Heart rate monitors vary in quality, accuracy, style and cost. The typical heart…
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