Before I start I want to make one thing clear. The context in this article may seem to reflect theories about the Federal Government’s underhanded attacks on minority, disadvantaged, and impoverished populations. I neither support nor deny such accusations and claims; however, that is not what this … [Read more...]
Are Antacids Ruining Your Body
With the introduction of more and more processed foods, the community is rushing to the store to stop acid reflux, reoccurring stomach issues and indigestion. Doctors are handing out prescriptions for acid problems like candy. While others are self medicating with over the counter aids. Are … [Read more...]
Animal Fats – Are You Eating Them Without Knowing
In efforts to shed excess weight and body fat, it is recommended that you cut down on your consumption of animal fats. Of course, the obvious animal fat is know as lard, which can be mixed into various foods such a Mexican beans (usually from authentic Mexican). However, animal fat can be … [Read more...]
Buy It – Clean Out the Bloat and Toxins From the Holidays and Football Season- Dual Action Cleanse
Football season is over and it's time to get real with your fitness goals. People in the fitness community know all too well that January isn't the peak of weight loss season, February and March are! People begin to leave their couch and "pull it together." They clean out their fridge, their … [Read more...]
Is Your Adrenal System Keeping You From Losing Weight – Take The Quiz
Not many people know what the adrenal system is, even fewer, know how to fix it. In simple terms, this system is responsible for the "fight or flight" mechanism. It releases adrenaline that aids the body in survival. However, over the years the human race adapted and changed. We don't have to … [Read more...]
Cure Your Chip Addiction – Replace Them With Kale Chips
I choose ME! When I first started my career I made a mistake I think many people make when they first enter the workforce, I chose my job over myself. What that translated to in the kitchen was a lot of precooked, processed foods and certainly not a lot of fresh, home cooked … [Read more...]
Feeling Deprived On Your Diet ? Read This Quick Fix !
Feeling deprived while on a diet or healthy eating plan is weight loss suicide. The first week of eating healthy is a war between your mind and your body as you struggle to detox all the bad processed foods and sugars from your body. As time goes on the urge to eat bad follows you through … [Read more...]
Grill Your Way To A Smaller Size
The sun is out and everyone is shedding the layers of excess clothing. With the heat comes the restance to stay inside, cook and heat up the house. The best way to start your week off right is by preparing your healthy food in advance. Grilling can aid in low fat meals with tons of flavor! Fire … [Read more...]
Not All Fiber Is Created Equal
With the increased amount of over processed foods there has also been a gradual rise in things like iratable bowel sydrome and constipation. Although no one like to talk about it this can be a huge issue! The bowels have been known to be the "brain" of the body. Advanced science has link bowel … [Read more...]
Fit Tip Tid- Bit ~ Sprouted Corn Tortillas Vs. Regular Corn Tortillas
I saw these sprouted corn tortillas on a healthy cooking show. I was confused as to why "sprouted" was so much better then regular corn tortillas. Through my own research I found that sprouted is (of course) less processed and allows your body to absorb more minerals and vitamins. The "over … [Read more...]
FDA Allows For 20% Margin Of Error On Food Labels
The new year is here and with that billions of people will be changing the way they eat by looking at food labels. When researching this, I found that the labels that we rely so heavily upon, are actually allowed to be false! It turns out that the FDA allows a 20% margin of error on all food … [Read more...]
Beat The Bloat With Potassium
Ever now and again we just don't feel like ourselves. Our jeans get tight, we get irritated, grumpy and tired. I used to think that this was just part of a monthly cycle until I read an article about Potassium in Self Magazine. It seems we DON'T have to just be bloated and mean; … [Read more...]
