Wellness Wednesday: Not All Vegetables and Fruits Are Created Equal

Not all fruits and vegetables are created equal.  Meaning some fruits are higher in sugar, albeit natural sugar.   And some vegetables are more “starchy” than others.  Both fruits and vegetables contain carbohydrates. Eat fruits and vegetables that are lower in carbohydrates. Low carb fruits and vegetables are absorbed more slowly, thus avoiding a spike…

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Move It Monday: HIIT It

Move It Monday, lets HIIT it.  HIIT is short for high intensity interval training.  HIIT consists of performing short intense periods of a challenging exercise for 30 to 60 seconds, followed by an easier exercise.  This cycle is repeated for 20 to 30 minutes.  HIIT is done at 80 to 90% maximum aerobic capacity versus…

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Wellness Wednesday: Enjoy A Cool Refreshing Glass of Lemon-Cucumber-Mint Water

I recently went to a medical conference that served water that was spiced with lemons, cucumbers and mint. I was reaching for a glass every opportunity I had.  The “water cocktail” was delightfully tasteful, refreshing and invigorating.  I became curious. I had to research what it was about this lemon-cucumber-mint combination that made it so appealing.…

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