Let Food Be Thy Medicine And Medicine Be Thy Food
Posted in Food, General, Health, Nutrition, VitaminsHippocrates said that way back (somewhere 431 BC). He has obviously been getting dizzy turning over in his grave as more and more centuries have passed only making our food choices and sources less than beneficial, let alone like medicine! Many of us (myself included) get into eating the same foods over and over and […]
Put on your 3D glasses and get in the best shape of your life
Posted in Exercise, Fitness, General, HealthTime to put on your 3D glasses to reach for success. 1: Decision: Everything you do starts in your mind first. Make the decision that you are going to start today. You have to see yourself doing it. Don’t focus on what you feel like, or how you have failed in the past. Yesterday is […]
On your mark, get set go!
Posted in Exercise, Fitness, Food, General, Health, NutritionEvery day is a new start to the rest of the best of your life. What is it you have always wanted to do? What is it you know you need to stop because it’s an obstacle to what you really want? Take a few moments and reflect on your life, what will happen if […]
“cholesterol” from Tom Valentine, Facts on Fats and oils
Posted in Books, Food, General, Health, Nutrition, VitaminsI’m going to share this as it is written from my “Nourishing Traditions” cookbook loaded with informative and interesting facts. “Cholesterol is especially important to our brains. That’s right, today’s “most hated” substance is essential to the human brain function. In fact, infants need a constant supply cholesterol during brain development, which is why mother’s […]
Don’t neglect to stretch
Posted in Exercise, Fitness, Food, General, HealthWhen I was younger all I cared about was burning calories and weight control. Aging has taught me many things about priorities. Now my goal is first to feel good. Instead of eating to maintain weight, my number one objective is to eat to maintain optimal health. I don’t believe any one diet can give […]
Skin Care
Posted in Books, Food, General, Health, Nutrition, VitaminsIt is the time of year when many people have extra dry skin. I am a firm believer in “we heal from the inside out”, but while you are in that process you may need to choose something topical. I am always for as natural as you can be and avoiding medicines that have side […]
Benefits of a well balanced life
Posted in Exercise, Fitness, Food, General, Health, NutritionThe benefits of eating well and exercising regularly and getting rest far outweigh the alternatives. If we are burning our candle at both ends, eating on the go and never getting enough restful sleep, eventually we are going to crash and burn. Quality proteins, I believe best from animal sources, fresh cooked and raw vegetables, […]
September 1, 2015
Posted in Fitness, General, HealthI can’t believe it is September already, 3/4 of another year like a flash. Just an important reminder that life is so precious. I have 4 wonderful sons and a beautiful daughter in law. I have a terrific husband and he also has great children and grandchildren. I have already eaten some good for me […]
When you don’t feel like it…
Posted in Exercise, Fitness, HealthWhen you don’t feel like it, you still brush your teeth.. I heard someone say, only floss the teeth you want to keep! I will say the same discipline for working out is just as important. There are so many different types of workouts you could do. I have said many times that the one […]
Nutrition is King
Posted in Fitness, Food, Health, Nutrition, VitaminsLetting nutrition be king over just a craving is essential to maintaining optimal health and wellness. In America taste is all the rage while in some unfortunate places many people lack even having enough food, let alone the right foods. While America is rich in options we are poor with our selection. I hope to […]