I love soups in the winter. They are comforting, can be very nutritious, and are good for multiple meals which means less cooking for you! One of my favorite soups is lentil soup. It covers all the bases! Lentils are very nutritious. They contain generous amounts of protein, slow-digesting carbohydrates,
Did you know that some vegetables contain a decent amount of protein? I know! I was a little surprised myself. One such example is one of my favorite fall/winter vegetables, the brussels sprout. In fact, one cup of brussels sprouts contains about 3 grams of protein, almost the same amount as in
So, we’re all trying to eat more vegetables. Ever try collard greens? They’re another nutritional knock-out! In Georgia, where my sister-in-law lives, collards are eaten on New Year’s Day for financial prosperity! She shared this easy, healthy, and really delicious recipe with me. Click for recipe Collards are available year-round
When COVID 19 hit us hard, people got the message that strengthening the body’s immune system was critical in avoiding a bad outcome. Fear and survival are two great motivators, so, the first couple of months, they were “gung ho”; walking every day, buying up all of the exercise equipment on Amazon, and eating
Have you ever heard someone older than you say, “Wait ‘til you’re my age?” They complain about their weight gain and their aches and pains. They bemoan the fact they no longer can do the things they once enjoyed, like playing golf, riding a bike or hiking. They blame “slowing
1) Eat more fiber, which can help to control blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol. It also helps you feel full, so you will eat less and increase your chances of successfully losing body fat. Fruits, vegetables, beans, nuts, and seeds are great sources of fiber. 2) Drink green tea
1) Drink water as soon as you wake up. Doing so is vital since you have gone at least 5 hours (depending on your last drink before bed and how long you sleep) without it. It’s a great way to purify your internal system; it
1) Be selfish! I know a lot of you are so busy taking care of your families that you put yourself last. That is extremely admirable, but it doesn’t always translate into healthy habits. Your family loves you and they will understand. 2) Eat protein at every meal. Protein will
13 changes you can make to improve your fitness, your physique, your health, and your life! Why 13, you may ask? Well, changing habits and behavior, on the road to any fitness or health goal, is sometimes a daunting task. I have found that trying to completely overhaul everything all
Resistance training (RT), also known as weight training, is loved by some, tolerated by others and completely avoided by all too many. In my 15 years as a personal trainer, I have heard just about every reason (excuse), why someone did not think RT was for them: “I need to