We are faced with a chance to make the right healthy choices every day. Hit snooze or go for a run? Carmel Macchiato or Nonfat Latte? Ranch dressing or oil and vinegar? While you may think you have to make the right choice all the time, the reality is if you make the right choices …
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3 Top Holiday Gifts
Contrary to what the shopping centers and malls would have you believe, there are some gifts that can't be bought, wrapped, or gussied up with a pretty bow! This may be bad news for commerce but good news to you and yours! Here is a list of my top 3 gifts you can give yourself …
“A” is for Artichoke
the artful artichoke by Diane Lofshult Food for Thought: With its pointy, prickly leaves, the artichoke is a rather daunting-looking plant. But don’t let its odd looks deter you; getting to the heart of this plant may take some extra effort, but it’s worth the wait. Health Benefits. Artichoke is very high in fiber, potassium, …
Exercise and Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes, sadly, is on the rise in the US. It used to afflict more Americans in middle age but the incidence of Type 2 Diabetes has increased in younger adults and children. Type 2 Diabetes is responsible for 90 to 95% of all diabetes cases. The good news is that simple lifestyle changes …
Are You Watching HEAVY?
HEAVY is one of my new favorite shows. Two morbidly obese people are paired up at a live-in health center for 30 to 180 days (the first few episodes had them at a Houston facility for 30 days and the newer episodes have them at Hilton Head Island for 6 months). The format is along …
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month which you may not have realized except for the influx of pink merchandise wherever you go. While it seems almost a commercialization of cancer, it's important that people are aware of and understand that even with the millions of dollars raised so far, a cure for cancer has not …
I Double Dog Dare You!
The folks at Livestrong.com want you to become a healthier, happier, fitter and stronger you and all you need to do is visit their website and take a dare. Whether your goal is to lose weight, quit smoking, exercise or eat more fruits and veggies, Livestrong.com has a dare for you! Not only can …
Step It Up!
I spent a few hours at the Marin County Fair yesterday with my 4 1/2 year old and my husband. Just past the gates and before the first food truck there was a healthy-kids zone to encourage fitness and movement in kids. This booth is great every year and the best thing is they give …
Trying Like Heck to Beat Those Odds
As I write this, my father is at the hospital having an operation to remove (amputate) his leg about 6 inches below the knee. Removing his foot and lower leg will hopefully stop the spread of a severe bone infection and allow his body to heal properly. Once he's on the path to healing he …
Tips to Lead a Healthier, Longer Life
My kids, ages 4 and 10 are what drives me to exercise and eat right. I want to be able to horse around with them, play tag, chase and ride bikes with them for many years to come and hopefully be able to do the same with their children. If like me, you want to …
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