Season’s Greetings Ah, the holiday season! This is a time to enjoy family and friends, and rich traditions, but it is also the time of year when tempting treats are everywhere we turn. Unlike other times of the year when the occasional wedding or birthday bash makes it easy to overindulge, the holidays are one back-to-back, high-calorie feast after another. Holidays revolve around food and family, but Christmas actually has its roots in a feast. Although Christmas represents serious temptation for a dieter, following these tips will help you succeed […]
JANUARY 2023 NEWSLETTER
Happy New DECADE! THEME: “decadent” goals Not only is it a new year, but a new DECADE! Where do YOU stand on resolutions? Are you like the majority of promise-makers? Most people resolve to improve health and fitness. Well, if you’re like most Americans (88%)*, you have at least one resolution. And, if you are like the majority of these promise-makers, your resolution is probably related to health and fitness. *GNC Poll Research Within the wellness industry, surveys show that top resolutions include: Lower my risk […]
October Newsletter
It’s no secret that 2020 has been challenging. If it were a sports game, it would be the toughest game in history. The thing is, we’re moving into the 4th quarter and we cannot give up. Feeling anxious and stressed? Grab a bag of chips, cookies, or candy to melt the worries away. However, after you finish eating, you don’t feel any less stressed than you did before. Actually, you feel even more stressed because now you feel guilty for overeating, and you are too tired to exercise. […]
September 2022Newsletter
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has shifted many of our daily routines, including the ways we eat. Perhaps you have stocked up on packaged foods and find yourself cooking at home more than usual. As we adjust, you may want to think about ways you and your family can eat more healthfully. Hopefully my September newsletter can offer some tips and hacks for this challenging time. ===== A SIMPLE CHECKLIST FOR PLANNING BEING A FIRST AIM OF FIRE Planning – an old addage “fail to plan” leads to “plan to fail” […]
August 2022 Newsletter
A is for August and for Antioxidants This month’s hot topic to address is the benefits of consuming antioxidants. Many people have heard of antioxidants, but may not be aware of what it actually is and what it does for the body that makes them beneficial. Well, read on, and you will know all about antioxidants! An antioxidant is a dietary substance that can prevent damage to the cells in the body or repair damage that has already been done. Damage can occur due to oxidation, which is […]
SEPTEMBER 2018 NEWSLETTER
Gluten is the protein in wheat that has received much attention in the media lately. I get many questions on whether or not it is an option worth choosing. I am thus dedicating this newsletter to some interesting facts, tips, recipes, and tid bits on gluten, to hopefully help each individual decide. It is a lifestyle choice, and it is not always simple! “Should I Go Gluten Free?” One of the latest trends is a gluten free diet with an increasing variety of GF products available in grocery […]
JULY 2016 NEWSLETTER
There is not a more American month of the Year than July, and it is synonymous with outdoor parties, fireworks and good times. With that said, it is also a time to contemplate a midway point – Since more than half the year has now gone: Have you reached at least half the goals you set for 2016 yet? Summer also comes with lots of great fresh produce, it’s a time of good, sweet and juicy fruit selections which we normally do not see in abundance in the other seasons. […]
SEPTEMBER 2015 NEWSLETTER
Gluten is the protein in wheat that has received much attention in the media lately. I get many questions on whether or not it is an option worth choosing. I am thus dedicating this newsletter to some interesting facts, tips, recipes, and tid bits on gluten, to hopefully help each individual decide. It is a lifestyle choice, and it is not always simple! “Should I Go Gluten Free?” One of the latest trends is a gluten free diet with an increasing variety of GF products available in grocery […]
APRIL 2013 NEWSLETTER
This is an exciting month! The weather is now prime for starting gardens of fruits and vegetables, while getting some great exercise at the same time. Also, this month has a special week- 18th-24th- which is “Turn off your T.V. week”. Are you ready for the challenge? Here is some assistance: The Garden: What do you need to know to have a successful and healthy garden? Follow these tips and you will be well on your way! Finding the right high quality seeds or buy plants and not bother with […]
