Eat fiber and protein-filled meals. Check. Drink green tea; add ginger, capsaicin and other anti-inflammatory and metabolism-enhancing spices to meals. Check. Drink plenty of water. Check. Get at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. Check. Incorporate interval training into workouts. Check. Strength train. Check. Make an effort to move more (take stairs instead of the elevator, walk to the water cooler, etc.) throughout the day. Check. These lifestyle habits help…
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Postive Thinking!
Happy Wed! Some words to think about on this Wednesday afternoon. So many times we concentrate on the negative side of things and don’t see the positive. I’ve been challenging myself lately to do this for example today it’s FREEZING! But the positive side is look how beautiful the sky looks today. I also have a issue with trying to think out each and every step instead of enjoying the…
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Roasted Pumpkin Seed Snack Mix
Makes: 8 Servings A quick and tasty snack mix that can be tossed together and enjoyed instantly while you are on the go, no cooking required. Ingredients 2 cups crispy rice or wheat cereal squares 1/2 cup roasted whole pumpkin seeds 1/3 cup slivered almonds 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup raisins Directions 1. Mix all ingredients together and serve.…
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A Blast from the Past: How You Can Use Traditional Diets to Be Healthier
In our modernized world, we have access to any kind of food that we crave, at any hour of the day. Our fast-food society means we can eat without preparing our own food, and chow down on red and processed meat, sugar and processed grains, sugary drinks, salt and high-fat, high-calorie junk food, all of which contribute to obesity, cancer, heart disease, diabetes and strokes. So, while our ancestors may…
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Black Bean Soup
Makes: 5 Servings Total Cost: Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 3 hours Black beans, carrots, celery, and seasonings are simmered into this hearty soup. Bring out the delicious flavors with a splash of lime juice and spoonful of yogurt at serving. Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 Spanish onion 2 carrots (diced) 2 celery sticks (diced) 4 garlic cloves (peeled and minced) 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried…
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