New Year’s is right around the corner! There are often people on both sides of making resolutions. People who are against choosing this time of year to make any resolutions and those that really embrace making resolutions or goals for the New Year. Studies show about 50% of Americans make […]
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Practice Mindful Eating Mindful eating is a practice that focuses on immersing oneself in the experience of eating and paying close attention to your body’s cues regarding hunger and fullness. With some practice, mindful eating can replace holiday diets and restrictions. Telling yourself “I can’t eat that” or “I can […]
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The weather is cooling off, the leaves are changing color, and the holiday season is fast approaching. With the holidays come food, and a lot of it! But don’t worry; with a few simple tricks you can serve healthy fall-inspired drinks, meals, and desserts all season long. 1. Use Alternative […]
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What to buy? It’s the infamous question we ask ourselves around the holiday season. The harder question I feel is what to buy the person that has everything. To make matters worse, I’m a firm believer in giving practical presents. It’s so easy to default to chocolate or cookies for […]
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We’ve all heard the radio and TV ads regarding holiday weight gain. Although it’s not something we may want to hear, it’s something we should be aware of! While recent studies have shown that the advertised “average weight gain of ten pounds throughout the holiday season” may not be true […]
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It is now a little more than half way through the first month of the New Year and many who make New Year’s health resolutions may already have feel that they have failed. Not exercising everyday, overeating more often then at just one birthday party, getting stressed and acting out […]
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Welcome to the holidays- time for parties, sweets, and lots of calories. If you are anything like me, this means navigating through countless work, school, and family parties with holiday treats. It seems like every day my office has another tray of cookies, cupcakes, and baked goodies. So, what should […]
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Pretty soon the streets will be lined with children and adults alike dressed as ghosts, goblins, super heroes, and princesses all clamoring at your door or Halloween party for exciting Halloween treats. Candy and chocolate are the sweets of choice for most households, but there are alternatives that are just […]
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Nothing beats the summer heat like the taste of a cold popsicle. I have many childhood memories of making sweet, cold treats with my mother and sisters to enjoy on hot, humid Texas summer evenings. Sticky fingers and all, those memories never fade. As parents we worry about the amount […]
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This 4th of July keep these 3 healthy tips in mind to include some healthy options into your holiday plans. 1. Focus on Fruit and Vegetables Make sure you include plenty of fruits and vegetables in your holiday menu as they are filled with vitamins and minerals and fiber while […]
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It’s hard to believe that 2013 has come to an end and it’s that time of year where people start thinking about their New Year’s Resolutions. If you’re like most people, you don’t even want to think about making New Year’s resolutions anymore because it’s too depressing when you don’t […]
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When you think about the holidays, what comes to mind? For me it’s the smell of cookies baking, a stuffed turkey, pumpkin pie, and hot cocoa. The great treats of the season really stick with you, not only in your fond memories but on your waistline too! Although food is […]
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Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday. I don’t know if it’s because it’s all about food and family, or some of the family traditions that have developed along the way, but I love it. It is a holiday that’s most people usually associate with eating a gigantic meal that […]
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