In today’s society many individuals spent an inordinate amount of time and money on the new quick fix diet fads. While some of these theories can be beneficial, others may do more harm than good for your overall health and weight loss goals. Here are a few examples: Skip breakfast. You had a big dinner … Read More
The key to a lasting lifestyle plan is balance. You want to develop a way of living that complements your daily routine, wants and needs. Many wellness programs suggest following a strict diet then allowing yourself a cheat day here or there. While I agree with the concept, the labeling is misplaced. A cheat day … Read More
How many of you love to hit the snooze button? Or better yet, purposely set your alarm early to enjoy an extra few minutes of snooze? Although many of us are guilty of this practice, studies suggest that it can negatively impact your entire day. Ideally, strive for 7-9 hours of quality sleep per night. … Read More
As a dog ages (just like you) he or she may slow down physically. This is nothing to be alarmed by as it is all part of the cycle of life. But keep in mind those activities that once benefited your dog may need to be refined to accommodate his or her senior age. It … Read More
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a type of cardiovascular exercise where you become hypoxic (deprives your body of oxygen) which makes your metabolism stay elevated throughout your day. Thus, you are still burning calories after you leave the gym. A simple way to do this is through a program called Tabata. You can easily time … Read More
Many individuals are choosing to go vegetarian for its many health benefits. Studies suggest that vegetarians have a lower risk of developing heart disease, cancer, obesity, and diabetes. Here are a few tips. Love your vegetables! A vegetarian diet is only healthy if you’re focusing on the right kinds of anti-inflammatory foods. Your diet should … Read More
It is critical for diabetics to develop a lifestyle plan that controls blood sugar (glucose levels), manages weight and protects against heart disease, such as high blood pressure and high blood fats. A great way to do this is by sticking to a daily routine with scheduled meal times. You need to eat every three … Read More
Good nutrition is the foundation for good health. As a rule of thumb always feed your pet (and yourself) as much unprocessed, fresh food as you can afford. Many experts agree that the best choice is a raw or cooked homemade diet. But you want to make sure it is nutritionally balanced. For instance, if … Read More
Building a more health conscious burger begins with selecting a smart protein. You always want to buy the best meat that you can afford. Ideally, choose grass-fed or organic selections, but if it’s not economical, you can still make better choices for yourself and your family. Ditch the processed fast-food burgers and buy some at … Read More
Here are a few ways to improve your health as you age: The consistency of exercise is super important, but you need to be sure to get in both cardio and strength training. Cardio adds years to your life, while strength training adds life to your years. Cardio is great for heart health and keeping … Read More
