Fall Means…

Fall Means…

3Oct, 2017

by | Oct 3, 2017 | Uncategorized

Fall means football, flu season, and that last stretch of pleasant weather before winter kicks in. Days are getting shorter, temperatures are getting cooler, and as the holidays approach, it’s a tempting time to slip out of exercise routines and pack on the pounds. Read this short article for some tips on fall wellness. 1. Prioritize Physical ActivityKeep Reading
On-The-Go Mom: Dinner Recipe

On-The-Go Mom: Dinner Recipe

22Aug, 2017

by | Aug 22, 2017 | Blog

Chicken and Avocado Salad 1 ⁄4 cup fresh cilantro, stems removed, chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon roasted red bell pepper, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 ⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 boneless chicken breasts, cooked and chopped 1 avocado, chopped into small cubes Sea salt and ground pepper 4 large pieces of romaine lettuceKeep Reading
Getting Vitamin D During the Winter

Getting Vitamin D During the Winter

27Dec, 2016

by | Dec 27, 2016 | Blog

Just How Much Vitamin D do we need? Just 15 minutes of sun at mid-day in the summer is sufficient. Of course, this varies based on how much skin is exposed (darker skinned people may need more time), the time of the day (mid-day is best for vitamin D), altitude (the higher the altitude you are at theKeep Reading
What is High Fructose Corn Syrup & Why It’s Bad for You!

What is High Fructose Corn Syrup & Why It’s Bad for You!

25Oct, 2016

by | Oct 25, 2016 | Blog

So what\'s the difference between cane sugar and high fructose and why should you be aware of what you\'re eating. Real sugar is a product of either sugar cane (80%) or sugar beets (20%) while high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a product of milling corn stalks. The main difference between the two is that cane sugarKeep Reading
October Supplement of the Month

October Supplement of the Month

18Oct, 2016

by | Oct 18, 2016 | Blog

Gymnema contains a complex mixture of saponins (gymnemic acids) and other compounds. This product is standardized to contain 100 mg per tablet of gymnemic acids to ensure optimal strength and quality. The substances in Gymnema work together to: maintain healthy blood sugar levels already within a normal range when combined with a balanced diet maintain normal cholesterolKeep Reading