What are the perfect snacks to grab on-the-go for Yoga class? Instead, the district is one of four in oklahoma and one of the few rural school districts in the region to launch a two-way language-immersion program
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A lab study published in the Journal of Food Science found that aspargus extract reduced liver toxicity by 42%. suggests that an asparagus extract made from the shoots and leaves of the plant may increase enzymatic activity in the liver and improve the break down of alcohol. […]
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It was a full day of football this past Sunday. With both the AFC and NFC championships ending in nail-biting games. I am proud to say I sat at a bar for the entire Giants game, didn’t even think of leaving at half-time. It was a fantastic […]
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The freeze cold days of winter are not my favorite. I do love warm soup, tea and a nice fire but bundling up, drying heaters, chapped lips… are not my favorite. I just read that one ounce of walnuts contains TWICE the amount of omega-3and 6 fatty […]
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A Healthy Start for the New Year As many resolve to eat healthier and finally lose those extra pounds in the New Year, it may seem tempting to turn to a quick-fix cleanse or detox diet. To maintain a healthy weight, the best we can do is […]
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Understanding Nutrition Labels Serving Size The first place to start when you look at the Nutrition Facts label is the serving size. Pay attention to how many servings there are in the food package. (Often times, packages that appear to be only one serving contain two or […]
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Did you know? The body is composed of 70% water, which needs to be replenished constantly. Water naturally suppresses the appetite and helps the body to metabolize stored fat. You often see big results on any type of weight loss plan during the first week. Much of […]
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The Dirty Dozen The mission of the Environmental Working Group (EWG) is to use the power of public information to protect public health and the environment. EWG is a non-profit organization and was founded in 1993 by Ken Cook and Richard Wiles. I find one of the […]
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The glycemic index is a valuable tool in blood sugar maintenance because it helps to measure how fast a certain food is likely to raise your blood sugar. For instance, if your blood sugar measured on the low side and you knew it was likely to decrease […]
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Top 10 Nutrition Tips to Help you Get Started 1. One pound is equal to 3,500 calories 2. Start by setting realistic goals. List your goals on the other side and select one or two to start. As you see progress, you will be motivated to make […]
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