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Nutrition & Wellness
Farmer’s Market Nutrition
Vitamins and minerals play an important role in a runner’s diet. They help create the increase in energy needed to fuel our workouts (B Vitamins), improve the body’s ability to carry and use oxygen from the blood (Iron & magnesium),… Read More ›
Weekend Extras
Don’t let the weekend sabotage your weight loss efforts!
Got Water?
I regularly conduct health fairs and Biggest Winner competition for companies who add wellness benefits for their employees. During these events, staff have an optional weigh-in which includes body fat analysis, fluid status and bone density screening. It is the norm… Read More ›
Apple or Pear
When it comes to the whole piece of fruit, pears are slightly higher in fiber, while apples have the edge on Vitamin C. Both are excellent choices for your summer fruit bowl because they tend not to attract fruit flies… Read More ›
Summer Vacation Family Goals: Improve Eating Habits
Summer vacation is a great time to work on improving your family’s eating habits. It presents a break from the school routine and gives us opportunities to teach younger family members good nutrition habits. No meal skipping. If you have late sleepers, make… Read More ›
Earth Day 2010
Earth Day, it’s not some hippie, tree hugging event. There’s nothing radical about wanting clean air and water or a desire to protect the environment. Take a look inside your grocery cart or kitchen this Thursday and see what you… Read More ›
Dining Out: Are Your Choices Healthy?
According to Restaurant and Institutions (R&I) 2010 New American Diner Study, 46% of consumers said they are making more healthful choices when dining out. It’s good news too, since this same study says American’s average 25% of their meals away… Read More ›
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