There are many benefits to increasing our fruit and veggie intake Fight inflammation: Eating a variety of fruits and veggies helps reduce inflammation. Fiber from fruit and veggies can decrease cholesterol, improve immune function, and enhance gut function (artichoke, sweet potatoes, peas). Vitamins and minerals from fruits and veggies help with all our body functions….
1) Create a nutritious habit! At breakfast we nearly always enjoy a bowl of berries with just a table spoon each of yogurt and cottage cheese topped with three tablespoons of hempseed is an excellent way to get over 20g of protein, loads of healthy Omega 3 fatty acids, lots of anti-oxidants and even some probiotics. You could make a similar bowl with oatmeal…
Can we control our metabolism? Sort of. Although our genetics and age effect our metabolism, we still have some control. In fact, you can have some control through exercise, diet and sleep habits. If you think about you body in terms “of an engine, your metabolism is the the speed at which your engine runs….
Health experts previously believed that our body and mind were completely unrelated. Our mind comprises of our thoughts, feelings memories and consciousness and they all are part of the brain. Secondly, experts knew that these were all deeply rooted in our biology. However, recently, the idea that our mind and body are unrelated has been…
Staying motivated and committed to working out can be pretty difficult during the cold, winter months. It is so tempting to cozy up next to the fire place with some tea, your dog and a new book. However, you might kick yourself for that later. Living in Colorado, I have noticed that a lot of…
The NIH concludes that everyone begins losing bone after about the age of 30, the point at which bone mass peaks. For women, that bone loss accelerates after menopause. Rather than being a disease in itself, osteopenia is considered a possible risk marker for osteoporosis and debilitating bone fractures. Treatment Whether you are diagnosed…
Sometimes going to the gym can be a pain in the rear end. Whether you are on the road, bored of the gym, can’t afford a membership, trying to break out of a fitness rut, or just want to discover something new, YouTube can be a great resource! You can explore a ton of…
I’ll be honest, I’m quite the clutz. Therefore, I get injured a lot. I know how annoying injuries can be and how they can mess with your usual routine. Here are a few lessons that I have learned from the many times I’ve had to deal with an injury. Remember to be patient…
Although we try to deny it, we are all growing older and learning how to take care of our bodies as we age is very important. It is imperative that we incorporate physical activities, such as strength training and cardio, into our daily routines. You don’t have to do something that you find boring…
