Kids usually get plenty of exercise, maybe not today’s kids so much, but people of my generation have fond memories of playing outside, making forts, having adventures, playing tag and hide-and-seek, jump-roping, bike riding, we didn’t call it exercise, we called it play. As adults we often try to squeeze an half hour at the […]
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Healthy Chocolate Banana Cream Pie By Stephanie Dawson Banana Cream Filling Ingredients: 1/4 Cup Natural Cashew Butter 1/4 Cup Coconut Milk 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract 1/4 Cup Chia Seeds 3 Ripe Bananas 3 packs Stevia (optional) Chocolate Crust Ingredients: 1 Cup Pitted Soft Dates 1 Cup Almond Flour 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract 1 Tbsp Coconut Oil 1/4 Cup Ground Flax Seed 1/4 Cup Hemp Seeds
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I love this poster so much, I feel motivated every time I look at it! Exercising outside in the colder months helps your body to produce brown fat, which is the substance that burns white fat, the fat that sticks. This poster outlines all the great things exercise does for your body, get moving!
Because not everything works for everybody, and some things may not be available where you live, or to your pocketbook, I will post as many of these as I can find. The best cure is prevention, eat well, move well, stay hydrated, and get enough rest!
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Health experts say that even one glass of soda a day is too much. Preliminary data from the National Institute of Health shows that people who drink diet soda suffer from depression more than people who drink coffee. Around half of adults surveyed stated they drink at least one soda daily, and about 2/3 drink
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They are such a superfood! And delicious! I cannot say enough good things about them, except that I have a beautiful ripe one on my counter, I think it must be lunchtime!
So many of us have a hard time finding half an hour a day to work out, and if you get a half hour lunch it’s hard to exercise if you need to get to a gym, even an employee gym, get a workout in, and get back to your desk, let alone eat. You
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Wheatgrass is an excellent source of many nutrients, such as iron, calcium, magnesium, amino acids, chlorophyll, and different vitamins, including vitamins A, C and E. Wheatgrass proponents say that its rich nutrient content detoxifies the body and boosts the immune system. Many also believe that wheatgrass has some miraculous health benefits in the treatment of
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This has been one interesting week. I always thought of myself as a label reader, but I have realized how often I look only at the size of the ingredient list, for the inclusion of a few items I avoid, and for too many things I can’t pronounce. I found hidden sugar in places I
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Exercise is important, if you want to lose weight, or maintain a level of fitness it is essential. There are many health problems that stop people from exercising, much of this is related to chronic pain and fatigue, believe me, I know. That does not mean you should give up! Even comatose patients are given
Healthy foods that rev up your metabolism, helping to kick it into high gear. Combine this with 30 minutes of exercise 4 times a week and watch your body change! Proper fuel for better performance!
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This is just a few ideas for sugar substitutes, I hope some of them work for you! Maple syrup can be used in many desserts with delicious results. Grade A is sweeter and less robust than Grade B, make sure that you buy organic, as otherwise it is processed with formaldehyde, a toxic substance. For
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I enjoy crime shows, and we hear so much about DNA on them, and everywhere, it’s weird to remember this is relatively new science. It’s amazing what we have learned about the body from DNA, and what we can continue to learn, I hope you enjoy this poster! A sperm has 37.5 MB of DNA
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A few people mentioned that the last kale drink had so much sugar, well here is one with none for those of us watching sugar intake! It packs a powerful nutritional punch, and the sweetness comes from the apple. Enjoy!
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From the nutrition diva: Sugar suppresses the immune system. When you eat a big dose of sugar, like a bottle of Coke or a candy bar, you temporarily tamp down your immune system’s ability to respond to challenges. The effect lasts for several hours, so if you eat sweets several times a day, your immune system may
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This poster is so cool! Maybe you knew some of them, but I’m guessing not all. There are several facts in one unique easy-to-read poster. Interesting how sleep patterns affect your health and reveal bits of your personality, sleep well!
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We all need at least a few minutes at least once a day to recharge, to replenish the well, to become at peace with ourselves and the world. A wise man once told me if you can manage 10 minutes a day, 30 minutes once a week, and at least half of a day once
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Talk about inspiration! I could plan days of menus just looking at this poster for inspiration and shopping lists! The trick to a healthy lifestyle is enjoying real food that is delicious, and moving your body in ways that you enjoy and that make you feel good. Enjoy!
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