Category: Health/Nutrition

  • 4 Steps to Developing Health Habits

    4 Steps to Developing Health Habits. We all know someone who is always saying that they are going to “get into shape”. But, they never do. They know what to do, but they just don’t do it. Basically, the opposite of Nike 4 Steps to Developing Health Habits So, how do we get them to…

  • To work or not workout –that is the question!

    It started Thurs mid morning — nausea, fatigue, lack of energy — and started to subside Friday evening after spending 2 solid days in bed. Not wanting to get out to even get water. It’s hard to be mom sometimes because there is no one around when you get sick to take care of you. …

  • Help Rename High-Fructose Corn Syrup

    Help Rename High-Fructose Corn Syrup Now why would you suppose they want to rename it? The Corn Refiners Association, which represents firms that make the syrup, has been trying to improve the image of the much maligned sweetener with ad campaigns promoting it as a natural ingredient made from corn. Now, the group has petitioned…

  • Eating Paleo

    Im going to try the recipe below this evening. I am looking for ways to eat more ‘paleo’.  The Paleo Diet is a way of eating in the modern age that best mimics diets of our hunter-gatherer ancestors – combination of lean meats, seafood, vegetables, fruits, and nuts. Quite a few folks I know have…

  • Here’s another explanation for the obesity epidemic: Body size misperception

    Here’s another explanation for the obesity epidemic: Body size misperception – This is probably true — so many people say that they decided to make a real change in their lives after seeing a picture of themselves. We get so wrapped up in raising our kids, living our hectic lives that we don’t stop and…

  • My Recipes: Bob’s Green Drink

    My Recipes: Bob’s Green Drink | Bob Harper from The Biggest Loser. Hey everyone here is a recipe for my HEALTHY green drink, which can be used as a meal replacement! It is a BIG drink and could be considered 2 servings. Women who are watching their calories can cut the supplements in half, which…

  • 10 Ways to Save Money on Food Shopping

    10 Ways to Save Money on Food Shopping. You can definitely eat healthy and not spend a fortune. Cheap processed food is everywhere which makes it hard to avoid. In my opinion, it is also the root of many of the health and obesity problems today.  I have previously highlighted some ways to eat healthy…

  • In-Your-Face Fitness: Rethinking the protein powder program

    In-Your-Face Fitness: Rethinking the protein powder program I use a protein powder in my morning milk that I drink before I head off for my workout. I use a low calorie, non fat milk and mix a 1/4 scoop of chocolate protein powder in it. Seems to give me just the boost I need for…

  • Battle of the Foods: 14 Winning Nutrition Picks

    Battle of the Foods: 14 Winning Nutrition Picks | Active.com. Some great advice on which foods to eat when similar items are available! Has anyone ever tried this tip? Mix blueberries into lean ground beef for burgers. The juicy fruit will help keep the meat moist. As a health-savvy runner, you try to toss nutrient-packed…

  • 10 Label Fables

    10 Label Fables | Active.com. Want some fiction to read at the beach this summer? Look no further than your cooler. With cans of iced tea that are meant to serve three people and “individual” snack packs that harbor extra servings, it’s no wonder the FDA’s latest Health and Diet Survey found that consumers are…