To welcome the fall season, I wanted to comment on choosing seasonal fruits and vegetables. Depending on the time of the year and your location, certain fruits and vegetables are in season more than others. Us Ohioans like our apples and pumpkins in the fall. When the weather gets cold, fresh fruits and vegetables sometimes
I'm busy. Your'e busy. We're all busy. Life is busy. We sometimes forget in our every day busy lives that healthy nutrition is still important, probably even more so if we're continuously busy and running around. We all can say "I don't have time to eat healthy." But, that will not keep us healthy, strong,
Protein is essential to your health. Protein is used in your body to build & repair muscles. Protein is also essential to create enzymes that carry out your bodies processes. So, what kinds of foods provide you with protein? and, how much is enough. For the most part, animal products contain the most usable and largest
Have you been at a party and eaten too much? We've all been there. I just did it yesterday at my aunt's 50th birthday party. It's so easy to do. We are all out of our normal eating routine. There are so many dishes that are equally delicious. You're around people who encourage you to
There are no good or bad food. Did you see that? Let me say it again. There are no good or bad foods. There has been to much emphasis on categorizing foods as either good or bad. A food cannot be good or bad. It is only food. Foods cannot act on their own accord
I love eggs. I love how versatile & tasty they are. You can make omelets, scrambled eggs, egg sandwiches, and even bake with them. They are one of the cheapest proteins around as well. Just one egg contains 7g protein and 70 calories. 12 eggs usually costs less than $2. I know what you're thinking,
The other day, I was thinking about the saying "Use it Or Lose it". Millions of people in the U.S. are attempting to lose weight. So, I propose this new saying: "Use it TO Lose It". Contrary to popular belief, weight loss comes out of losing FAT. Therefore, it is essential to build habits and
Is the Summer heat wearing you down yet? Are you constantly hot & thirsty? If, yes, read on. And, with July 4th this week, you can try some of these out! Let's keep our fingers crossed that we get some nice weather!1. Drink WaterThis one's obvious. Water keeps you hydrated and cool on hot summer days.
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