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About Diets…….
Whenever I hear the word, “diet”, I cringe! Aghhhhh! Maybe it’s because I grew up in the Twiggy era (anyone remember?) She was that super stick thin skinny model we were all ‘suppose to’ emulate! And, I NEVER was going to have that kind of shape- I got hips! 🙂 Even our mothers, God…
Read MoreMy Five Favorite Mid-Meal Snacks
Last week I shared, ‘My Favorite Smoothies’ and ‘My Favorite Quick Breakfasts’. Let’s talk this week about ‘My Favorite Mid-Meal Snacks’. I know I told you that sometimes a smoothie is a mid-meal choice. But not always. Smoothies are great for really busy days and help to get required fruits and vegetables in, but given…
Read MoreMy Favorite Quick Breakfasts!
One of the lifestyle nutrition habits I teach my clients is: Always Eat Breakfast. Breakfast means ‘breaking the fast’, or eating within about 30 minutes of rising. Many clients say, ” Ewwww, I just can’t stomach eating when I first get up!” I let them know that it’s not necessary to eat a grandiose plate…
Read MoreLate Spring Clean-Up Nutrition Program
Spring is here with us in full bloom! Actually, summer is around the corner! We’ve cleaned out closets, and purged those things we realize we just don’t need or want. We’ve pulled back the furniture and and cleaned out the nooks and crannies. We’ve cut back and leaned out. For most of us, it brings…
Read MoreNutritious Snacks
You are working at changing your lifestyle and are wondering, “What can I eat between meals or for an evening craving?” Here are some nutritions and yummy snack ideas: apple & 1/4 c. cashews pear & almond butter avocado, unsweetened almond milk & vanilla protein powder smoothie greek yogurt and warm mixed berries banana with…
Read MoreExercise & Nutrition Log-1.21.14
It’s a cold damp day. Comfort food is calling my name! Here’s the thing-food is still nutrition. So, can good nutritious food also be a comfort? ABSOLUTELY! Warm soups make the mark. How about whole grain breads with nut butters? The truth is our bodies do seem to call out for more carbohydrate dense foods…
Read MoreExercise & Nutrition-daily log 7.29.13
I’m planning today’s menu and exercise. My schedule is a bit different than usual, so I am looking at where the spaces of time are so that I can fit in some exercise. Planning helps ensure things get done. Most often, just thinking about it won’t bring about accomplishment. So, plan in advance. Here’s my…
Read MoreExercise & Nutrition-daily log 7.25.13
It’s time for exercise and good nutrition. Let me rephrase…it’s ALWAYS time for exercise and good nutrition. Our bodies need to move. They were designed that way and that’s what they need to do. It’s that simple. And, we are designed to eat and get nourishment. So, here’s my day of exercise and nutrition: Arise…
Read MoreExercise & Nutrition-daily log 7.24.13
What will you do for exercise today? What will you provide your body with for nutrition? Yes, nutrition is a provision. Food has been provided for us. Honor and give to yourself that which will strengthen and not harm your body. Here’s my day (recipes included): Arise & stretch! Forward bends, twists, breathing exercise. …
Read MoreExercise & Nutrition daily log-7.23.13
Apologies for the lack of log entries last couple days..my computer was ‘on the blink’. What am I really talking about when I say exercise & nutrition? Exercise is anything that moves the body. Individually, we are in different places. If you are struggling with weight and have not been active for some time, exercise…
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