10 Reasons to Use an Exercise Ball as Your Chair
I recently came across this article, which talks about using an exercise ball as your home or office chair. I have used an exercise ball as a chair before, and it was thoroughly enjoyable. Here are some of the benefits […]
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Strawberry-Cucumber Juice
From EatingWell: September/October 2013 (click on to see recipe) This refreshing, healthy strawberry-cucumber juice is also made with an apple and carrots, making it taste like the farmers’ market in a glass. No juicer? No problem. See the juicing variation […]
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Exercise Increases Brain Plasticity
A new study published in Current Biology states that exercise may enhance the plasticity of the adult brain. Alessandro Sale, of the National Research Council’s Neuroscience Institute, previously conducted research that showed rats running on a wheel exhibited elevated levels […]
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Why Are Fruits & Vegetables Important?
Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins and minerals. Fruits and vegetables provide health benefits and are important for the prevention of illnesses. The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends filling half of your plate with fruits and vegetables at each […]
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5 Reasons why Greek Yogurt Is the Perfect Healthy Snack
Taken from www.fitday.com Rich, creamy and tart, Greek yogurt is a decadent dream for you if you often crave healthy snacks. This diva of dairy goods is gaining more and more popularity, as nutritionists and health experts around the world […]
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Wellness 10 ways to beat holiday stress with fitness and nutrition
They’re here: the holidays with their cheer and charm on the one hand and their chaos and crazy on the other. There are the many tasty but way-too-caloric meals, sweet and overbearing in-laws, high expectations and numerous disappointments, change of pace […]
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Citrus-Kissed Honey Buttons
These citrus-flavored sugar cookies are a lovely addition to any holiday cookie platter. From www.eatingwell.com Makes: 3 dozen cookies Active Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 1 1/4 hours (including 30 minutes chilling time) INGREDIENTS 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour Gold […]
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Gingerbread Marshmallows
GINGERBREAD MARSHMALLOWS – www.eatingwell.com Makes: 3 dozen 1 1/2-inch marshmallows Serving Size: 1 marshmallow Active Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 3/4 hours Equipment: Candy thermometer INGREDIENTS 3 envelopes unflavored gelatin (6 3/4 teaspoons) 1 cup cool tap water, […]
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Strength Training for Your Rheumatoid Arthritis
How It Helps You Move and Feel Better By Matt McMillen WebMD Feature Reviewed by Arefa Cassoobhoy, MD, MPH Strength training is good for you. It builds your muscles and helps support and protect joints that are affected by arthritis. […]
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Healthier Gravy!!
INGREDIENTS 4 cups Turkey Giblet Stock, (recipe follows) or reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups apple cider 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt Freshly ground pepper, to taste PREPARATION When you remove the turkey […]
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