Archive for July, 2009

Get your body moving at least 3 times per day.  Get up and break a sweat at some point in the morning, some time in the middle of the day and again once more in the evening.  This will get your heart rate up and will benefit both your body and your… »

Try going for a walk when you get a craving instead of heading to the refrigerator!  When you find yourself craving that post-dinner snack, take a quick walk around the block.  Chances are that when you return from your walk you will have forgotten about that… »

The next time you have a sweet tooth, reach for a treat that will not only satisfy your craving, but increase your health!  Dark chocolate – not milk or white chocolate – has been shown to lower high blood pressure and contains antioxidants that tackle free radicals (destructive molecules that are implicated in heart disease… »

Do crunches or sit-ups during commericals.  Instead of making a trip to the refrigerator during those TV timeouts, try burning some extra energy in those… »

People are becoming increasingly aware of the benefits that small meals provide.  Instead of eating a measly breakfast, a lunch on the run and then a colossal dinner, work on distributing healthy meals evenly throughout your day.   By eating small meals every couple of hours, you will:   ·Keep your metabolism running more efficiently.   ·Avoid… »

Life’s hectic scheduling often contributes to many of us eating on the run.  Eating while in the car, office or at a restaurant can lead to a misunderstanding of what and how much we are actually consuming.  In order to be conscious of your daily caloric intake, it is recommended to write down everything you… »

Avoid all elevators for the next week.  If you have the option to use stairs, then use them!  You will burn an extra 250-300 calories per day by making this small change.  250 per day x 7 days in a week = 1,750 calories…which equals 1/2 a… »

Reaching for a snack is something that most of us experience on a somewhat regular basis. Eating in between meals is a great way to help with appetite and weight control while at the same time elevating nutrient intake and boosting your blood sugars. Here is the catch—not all snacks are created equal. Reaching for… »