If you’re one of those obnoxious, macho types who makes a big show of snacking on hot peppers for the shock value—keep it up! It looks like chili pepper hotheads may be less susceptible to inflammation, diabetes, prostate cancer, and heart disease. Plus, all that spicy hotness chases away congestion, and it even (ironically) helps […]
Shannon’s Testimony
Cecilia Ticsay has been so supportive while I go through my journey to get healthier. She checks in, which is nice because it helps keep me accountable. She gave me great recipes to try along with a detailed shopping list. She is not only supportive with my physical health, but also my mental health. She […]
4 Reasons to Drink More Water in the Winter
In the winter the humidity has dropped and the air is so much drier not to mention the use of indoor heaters going that will dry us out. Do you find as hard to drink water when it’s cold outside? If you are suffering from a dry mouth, chapped lips or even a headache, you […]
Creating Healthy Daily Habits
By making small changes daily you will start long-term changes in your life. It takes conscience effort as well as getting up when you fall short. Whether you’re wanting to lose a few pounds, start a exercise routine or slow down from this fast paced life, here are some things that I hope will make […]
The Importance of not skipping a meal
Have you ever been around people who you know don’t eat huge amounts of food (in fact they eat less than everyone else) but are still overweight? This used to be a strange phenomenon to me. Even stranger still, I’d hear about these diets where people reported weight loss while eating way more than they normally […]
Snack Foods For When You’re At Work
Spending your entire day at the office shouldn’t limit your snack choices. Come to work prepared with healthy snacks, and you’ll improve focus, increase productivity, and avoid packing on pounds. Snack on the five foods below to stay satisfied: Walnuts Health benefits: Walnuts are high in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. Snack tip: Pair […]
Tips to Eat Healthier
Eating healthy doesn’t have to be difficult. Maintaining your healthy and feeling your best is directly linked to eating right. Here are a few tips to help you get started. 1. Make time to cook There is little or no time at all to cook when we are in a rush. So what’s the solution […]
Setting Goals for the New Year
With this year coming to an end and the start of a fresh new year upon us, we all think of “New Year Resolution”. Sometimes those are goals are the same ones we have made before and sometimes they are totally new and fresh goals, but one things for sure, they are always made with […]
Risotto Made with Cauliflower
There are so many uses for cauliflower other than the same old steamed soggy way. This is one of our favorite and it was years before by boys knew it wasn’t “rice”. Ingredients: 1 large head cauliflower, chopped into florets, Discard the leaves and thick core. 1 15-oz BPA-free can unsalted cannellini beans, rinsed and […]
Oatmeal without the Oats
This is one of my favorite recipes for these cold mornings. I have 1 serving with half the amount of pumpkin seeds and berries,that morning and save the other serving for another day within that week. Enjoy! Ingredients: 1/4 cup raw unsalted almonds 1/4 cup raw unsalted walnuts 1 teaspoon ground allspice 2 Tablespoons ground […]