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what’s wrong with what we eat?
This is such a powerful TED Talk…In this fiery and funny talk, New York Times food writer Mark Bittman weighs in on what's wrong with the way we eat now (too much meat, too few plants; too much fast food, too little home cooking), and why it's putting the entire...
this will become your favorite!
This will become a favorite in your home!Ingredients:6oz. cooked shrimp (3/4 Lean)1 oz or 1/2 cup 2% reduced fat mozzarella (1/4 Lean)1/8 cup Frank's Hot Wings Sauce (1 Condiments)1/8 cup Light Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing (1 Healthy Fats)1 tbsp reduced fat cream...
healthy relationships are essential…
The journey to optimal well being means going far beyond weight loss. Reaching a healthy weight will always be one of the most critical steps forward, but it is one facet of the bigger picture of your health. If we stop at Habits of Healthy Weight Control, we...
Can You Lower Cholesterol Quickly Following a Healthy Diet?
If you are looking for a stock answer to the question of how long it may take to lower your cholesterol with a healthy diet, well, there is no such thing. Everyone is uniquely and marvelously different. There are so many factors in your life that may or may not apply...
practice these daily
Which practice will you implement first? 1. The Swap – Start incorporating healthier eating into your diet slowly and gradually take away unhealthier choices as you progress. To start off, simply swap one unhealthy snack for a piece...
fall in LOVE with exercise!
Hi Jeff,One of the most common questions that I get asked from clients has to do with exercise - the amount, what to do, when to do it, and how to make it fun. This is an important aspect on your journey to Optimal Health™ which is why I plan on sharing some...
do you enjoy running?
Running is one of the most rewarding forms of exercises out there; and in addition to being extremely rewarding, it’s incredibly easy to do! Ask any runner that participates in many races or is just seeking out the best in themselves, running can be extremely...
Breast Cancer Awareness
Hi Jeff,October is is Breast Cancer Awareness month and unfortunately, I would have to imagine that someone you know has been stricken with this horrible disease. It is so sad to hear stories of women and men who suffer, even when they were doing everything...
treadmill, anyone?!?
When it is rainy, or cold, or you need to stay at home for some reason, but you do not want to miss a day of exercise, the treadmill might need be to your go-to movement for the day.But guess what…?!?!The treadmill can be fun when you do the following:Rock Out!Have a...
Playing the long game
Hi Jeff,One of the challenges that many people experience when attempting to lose weight and/or get healthy is the need for immediate gratification. I am a total advocate of experiencing momentum in the early stages of making a health change, but getting healthy (and...
make TIME your friend!
Life gets extremely hectic and sometimes it can feel like you’re a hamster spinning in a wheel, giving it all your effort yet going nowhere and not getting anything done. The secret to doing it all in no time at all is to have the best time management strategies and...
do you enjoy fish?
This is a client favorite recipe and we are sure you will love it!Ingredients-10 oz raw tilapia (should yield one 7-oz cooked serving)-3 cups (1 small bunch) fresh spinach-1 cup (2 small 2-2/5”) canned tomatoes, diced (to reduce sodium content, use “no salt” canned...