…that is, calculating exactly how many calories were consumed when eating particular foods, and “burned” when engaging in different activities. If you consider the equation CALORIES IN vs. CALORIES OUT creating a deficit would = weight loss and creating a surplus would = weight gain seems so simple… but it’s not If you eat tooContinue reading "Calories – to Count or Not to Count?"
Chia seeds can be served in drinks or smoothies, sprinkled on oatmeal, salads or stirred into Greek yogurt .. it has a neutral flavor so it goes with anything When soaked chia seeds take on a gel-like consistency and can actually be quite filling. Because they hold water they’re great for keeping the body hydrated.Continue reading "“Chia Seed” Recipe"
Like Chia Seeds, Flax seeds are also high in Omega-3 essential fatty acids Flax seeds are also high in fiber both soluble and insoluble. And Lignans which have both plant estrogen and antioxidant qualities Lignans may help protect against cancer by blocking enzymes that are involved in hormone metabolism and interfering with the growth andContinue reading "Flax Seeds"
Chia seeds come from the desert plant Salvia hispanica, a member of the mint family. Chia seeds are especially high in Omega-3s. Making them one of the richest plant based sources of fatty acids. Omega –3 can help reduce inflammation, enhance cognitive performance and reduce high cholesterol. Chia seeds are rich in antioxidants that helpContinue reading "Chia Seeds"
Here’s a simple recipe for you to follow. For a little xtra flavor I’ve included a delicious sauce to put on top. STEEL-CUT OATMEAL the RECIPE : Measure 1 cup uncooked put in to 4 cups of boiling water Add cinnamon Bring down to low temp lt simmer about 20-25 minutes .. monitorContinue reading "STEEL-CUT OATMEAL RECIPE"
Both are good sources of cholesterol-lowering soluble fiber. Instant oats are the most heavily processed. The groats have been chopped fine, flattened, pre-cooked & dehydrated before being packaged. This makes them cook faster & digest faster, making you feel hungry sooner. Steel-cut oats are the whole oat groat which have been cut into pieces. BecauseContinue reading "Steel Cut vs. Instant Oatmeal"
Here I am On-Set with Tony Horton filming a video for P90 X – 10 minute-trainer ! I have attached photos from the shoot to share with you all. I couldn’t figure out how to load them properly on this page so they’re a bit scattered about. Just the same, I hope you enjoy themContinue reading "P90X Tony Horton & Me : )"
When your body’s level of the stress hormone Cortisol is chronically elevated, excess fat gets relocated to your abdominal area. VITAMIN C helps lower Cortisol levels. Reducing your Cortisol levels would help you score those flat abs This doesn’t mean to load up on oranges, infact that will do the opposite. Look to the sweetContinue reading "Belly Fat Distress..one quick tip"
If you’ve been following my recent posts on adrenal fatigue then you are now familiar with all the things you can, should & shouldn’t do. There is yet another thing I have not mentioned… Nutritional Support! There are supplements that are specifically designed to repair your adrenals. Might you be able to do without, sure!Continue reading "Nutritional Support for Your Adrenals"
Adrenal Fatigue is usually caused by some form of stress. No matter physical, emotional, psychological, environmental or infectious, your adrenals respond to every kind of stress in the same manner. Even if minor, stressors accumulate and the adrenals have no opportunity to FULLY recover. Adrenal Fatigue takes patience to overcome. Recovery can take 3 monthsContinue reading "Your Adrenals & Stress- DONT’s"
I have found it difficult when these seemingly setbacks occur. Only to discover down the road that they were just as important a step as the one forward. Almost like recovering a lesson that you may have missed. And yet coming back stronger once you have mastered this. There is no measure of time toContinue reading "Two Steps Forward One Step Back"
For years I’ve been playing around with recipes trying to make healthier versions that would satisfy and remain tasty to the palate. My mother had mastered this art after my dad’s heart attack when trying to prepare Cuban and Turkish culinary dishes that were heart healthy that my dad could and would eat. She hadContinue reading "Pumpkin Muffins & Protein Pumpkin Pancakes (Wheat & Gluten-Free)"