Did you know that chopping garlic and letting it sit for 10 minutes allows allicin to increase, making that garlic even more effective in working against disease and making everything more delicious. Allicin is the major biologically active component of garlic and the key ingredient responsible for the anti-bacterial activity in garlic. Clinical studies haveContinue reading "Garlic- A quick cooking tip to improve your health"
So many times I have reached for a stick of sugarless gum despite knowing full well the damage artificial sweeteners can do just to keep from eating or craving dessert… Here’s the skinny … Chewing without eating food can be counterproductive. This sends the signal to your body that food is coming. Your body was designedContinue reading "Chew On This"
This applies to all ages, genders & fitness levels not just the ladies… Burning Calories: Muscle tissue is dense and burns calories even at the state of rest: more muscles equal more calories burned. Stronger Bones: Weight-bearing exercises stimulate new bone growth, which helps ward off bone loss and osteoporosis that afflict many women asContinue reading "5 More Weight Training Truths"
In honor of National Women’s Health & Fitness Day -September 24th here are a few tips for the ladies… 3 Myths & Truths about women & weight training revealed. Myth #1: Women who weight train look manly Truth: A hormone called testosterone gives men the ability to gain greater muscle mass than women. Although womenContinue reading "3 Myths & Truths about Women & Weight Training Revealed"
True Fitness is more than just exercise. It’s about achieving wellness in Mind, Body & Spirit. Regardless of age, gender or fitness level apply these 10 Fitness tips for a fit & healthier YOU! “More than 10 Tips to True Fitness” 1. WORKOUT everyday – activity of your choice, your level, set your goals and train forContinue reading "More than “10 Tips to True Fitness”"