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"
Are you looking for a coffee substitute, well neither was I until I had to remove coffee from my diet : ( ! Here comes Chickory root with it’s health boosting benefits… It looks and tastes something like coffee but is caffeine-free and less expensive than the real thing. This medicinal herb, helps purify theContinue reading "Chickory Root – The Coffee Alternative"
This Summer pair is a light dish for hot weather months. Though available year around zucchini & yellow squash are best in summer. Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 10 min NO EXCUSES! Ingredients: Veggetti® see pic* 1 zucchini 1 yellow squash 2 Tbs EVOO 2 garlic clove, minced 2 Tbs fresh basil, choppedContinue reading "Sautéed Basil Pesto Zucchini & Yellow Squash Veggetti®"
Smarter and less prone to diseases? A. Solving a complex brainteaser? Or B. Taking a walk? The answer is B. Take a walk! Exercise has numerous pro-health effects on the body- especially on the brain. When you exercise you exercise your genetic make-up. Aerobic exercise not only turns on genes linked to longevity but alsoContinue reading "POP QUIZ! – What’s Going to Make You Smarter?"
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”"
In continuum of Self-Improvement month I was asked to write a piece for Quellefaboo.com blog site Please click on the link to find: “10 Tips to True Fitness” and some very cool & maybe a few little risqué photos taken by photographer & stylist Maureen Fannon http://www.quellefaboo.com/#!August-is-Self-Improvement-Month/c92h/B604176B-4DEE-4A72-AC61-A261DBCA03A8 (please copy & paste link in new browserContinue reading "Quellefaboo.com & “True Fitness”"
Vegan, Paleo or not, here is a simple & tasty recipe for Broccoli Soup. Besides being high in both soluble & insoluble fiber this Powerhouse is a rich source of •vitamin-C •vitamin A •iron •vitamin K •B-complex vitamins, •zinc •phosphorus •phyto-nutrients Broccoli contains a compound called sulfophane which can block cartilage –destroying enzymes by interceptingContinue reading "Broccoli Soup Recipe -Vegan, Paleo or Not this is a Nutritional POWERHOUSE"
Water, Water, Water… So many to choose, it gets confusing I came across this guide that may help bring some clarity to the subject… Kinds of water Purified water: Water that is physically processed to remove impurities (e.g., distillation, deionization, reverse osmosis, carbon filtration, etc.) Distilled water: Water that is boiled and evaporated away fromContinue reading "Be Like Water…"
The simplest and most cost effective way to alkalinize your water is to put lemon in it. Lemons are considered one of the most alkalizing foods you can eat. This may seem untrue as they are acidic on their own. However, in the body, lemons are alkaline; the citric acid does not create acidity onceContinue reading "Turn Life’s Lemon’s into a Powerful Tool"
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"
Are you looking for a coffee substitute, well neither was I until I had to remove coffee from my diet : ( ! Here comes Chickory root with it’s health boosting benefits… It looks and tastes something like coffee but is caffeine-free and less expensive than the real thing. This medicinal herb, helps purify theContinue reading "Chickory Root – The Coffee Alternative"
This Summer pair is a light dish for hot weather months. Though available year around zucchini & yellow squash are best in summer. Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 10 min NO EXCUSES! Ingredients: Veggetti® see pic* 1 zucchini 1 yellow squash 2 Tbs EVOO 2 garlic clove, minced 2 Tbs fresh basil, choppedContinue reading "Sautéed Basil Pesto Zucchini & Yellow Squash Veggetti®"
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”"
In continuum of Self-Improvement month I was asked to write a piece for Quellefaboo.com blog site Please click on the link to find: “10 Tips to True Fitness” and some very cool & maybe a few little risqué photos taken by photographer & stylist Maureen Fannon http://www.quellefaboo.com/#!August-is-Self-Improvement-Month/c92h/B604176B-4DEE-4A72-AC61-A261DBCA03A8 (please copy & paste link in new browserContinue reading "Quellefaboo.com & “True Fitness”"
Vegan, Paleo or not, here is a simple & tasty recipe for Broccoli Soup. Besides being high in both soluble & insoluble fiber this Powerhouse is a rich source of •vitamin-C •vitamin A •iron •vitamin K •B-complex vitamins, •zinc •phosphorus •phyto-nutrients Broccoli contains a compound called sulfophane which can block cartilage –destroying enzymes by interceptingContinue reading "Broccoli Soup Recipe -Vegan, Paleo or Not this is a Nutritional POWERHOUSE"
Water, Water, Water… So many to choose, it gets confusing I came across this guide that may help bring some clarity to the subject… Kinds of water Purified water: Water that is physically processed to remove impurities (e.g., distillation, deionization, reverse osmosis, carbon filtration, etc.) Distilled water: Water that is boiled and evaporated away fromContinue reading "Be Like Water…"
The simplest and most cost effective way to alkalinize your water is to put lemon in it. Lemons are considered one of the most alkalizing foods you can eat. This may seem untrue as they are acidic on their own. However, in the body, lemons are alkaline; the citric acid does not create acidity onceContinue reading "Turn Life’s Lemon’s into a Powerful Tool"
