Are you trying to lose weight? If so, are you feeling discouraged because you aren’t losing the weight as quickly as you would like? Are you feeling discouraged? Are you having a hard time staying motivated? Are you feeling outweighed by the amount you have to lose? Take heart, you are not alone in how…
DetailsWith the recent closure of 43 Chipolte restaurant chains in the Pacific Northwest due to an E. coli outbreak, food-borne illnesses have been in the news. Food-borne infections pose a real hazard and safety concern. According to the Center For Disease Control (CDC) 1 in 6 Americans (or 48 million people) get sick, 128,000 are hospitalized,…
DetailsThis past week, food-borne infection has made the news. Due to possible E. coli contamination, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a recall of over 167,000 pounds of ground beef. According to the USDA, All American Meats of Omaha (a Nebraska-based meat company) shipped products to retailers across the country. The recall includes 60…
DetailsThe Move It Monday series is a platform to provide you with workout tips and to motivate you to become physically active. This week I have decided to turn the tables. Ask yourself the following, “what can I do to get healthy.” This will require you to take an inventory of your habits. Take an…
DetailsThe Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that every year 76 million people in the United States get infected from a food-borne disease. The most common food-borne diseases associated with produce are E. coli, Norovirus and Hepatitis A. People become sick by eating contaminated foods or by coming in contact with someone who has a…
DetailsIt’s fall! Fall is one my favorite seasons. Here in Central Florida I don’t have the opportunity to experience the change in the foliage because palm trees line the streets. But nonetheless, the weather is cooler and it’s a welcome change from the summer’s stifling humidity. Other than the change in weather and foliage, I…
DetailsNot 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…
DetailsSugar is considered the LEADING CAUSE OF WEIGHT GAIN. According to research, Americans consume over 70 grams of added sugar per day. Sugar is found naturally in foods, thus most Americans are consuming well above 70 grams of sugar per day. The American Heart Association recommends no more than 25 grams of added sugar per day.…
DetailsI 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.…
DetailsWalking is perhaps one of the simplest exercises that you can do. But don’t underestimate walking. Just because it is simple, doesn’t mean that it is easy. When done for sustained intervals of 30 to 60 minutes, you can burn upwards of 250 to 350 calories. Advantages Of Walking It can be done anywhere; at…
DetailsA mixed green tossed salad is packed with nutrients and fiber. It makes for a healthy side dish or as a main course for lunch when paired with lean protein. Unfortunately, most folks negate the health benefits of a hearty salad by saturating it with loads of store-bought salad dressing. The serving size for most…
DetailsLast Wednesday we discussed the benefits of eating fruits. Unfortunately many of us opt for fruit juice or fruit drinks instead of the actual whole fruit. You think that you are making a healthy choice but in realty you may be sabotaging your weight loss efforts. 100 % fruit juices are calorie dense, meaning they…
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