A New and Exciting Act for Health
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Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Exercise
In my issue of Fitness Magazine, there has been proposed a new act: The Personal Health Investment Today (PHIT) Act would let Americans put up to $1000 a year in pre-tax Health Savings Accounts to pay for exercise programs, gym memberships, fitness equipment and sports-league fees for kids and adults.
This is a step in the right direction an...
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Another good reason to fast.
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Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Healthy Eating
As a big fan of Yoga Journal, I came across a great article regarding Spring time and fasting.
Since I recently went on a fast, I felt this need to read more about it and also, to maybe perform a second fast.
Spring is the perfect time according to the article as it represents a large change and a new beginning with the seasons as the guid...
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Why I like morning workouts
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Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Exercise
The reasons why I like morning workouts:
1. It wakes me up and prepares me for the day.
2. I feel so much better at work.
3. It helps me to make good choices for my health for the rest of the day.
4. My body has become accustomed to it so when I don't work out in the mornings, it reminds me by becoming stiff and sore. This is great motiva...
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Fasting: Day two
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Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Healthy Eating
Day two was an interesting day.
I woke up feeling okay- somewhat light headed but alright. As I rode into the city, I began to feel hungry. Through my workout though, I felt light as if my body had healed so much overnight from the lack of digesting and lack of energy through food.
But overall, it was a great workout. I haven't felt that g...
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Chronicling my fast: Day one
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Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Healthy Eating
This week I am fasting. I not an expert at this topic, nor am I a neophyte. I have fasted several times before relying on a plan as outlined in the book Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements ... A-To-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedi...
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Veggie Diet Chews up Excess Flab!
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Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Vegetarian
yes, that is what the title of this great article by Charlene Naivo of WebMD Medical news suggests. THere are so many benefits of ta veggie diet. And my friend, Areg M says that his pants are becoming looser after adopting veggie ways!
Some more fun facts from the article"
-levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol dropped after six months on the vege...
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What's in a sugar
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Lisa T.
Posted in: Questions & Answers in Healthy Eating
This article I found on the Sugar Association's website is very useful and helpful. It explains all the different kinds of sugars and how they are currently used. I found it helpful because I'm not always sure of the differences between honey, crystalline fructose, high fructose corn syrup, maltodextrin and others. Its a wonderful resource as ...
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I don't want to be Preach-y....
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Lisa T.2 Comments
Posted in: General Discussion in Vegetarian
Last night I attended a lecture entitled “The Past, The Present, The Future of Food,” at UC Berkeley hosted by the Graduate School of Journalism.
Presenting at the lecture was Michael Pollan, journalist and author of the most recent The Omnivore’s Dilemma. In this book, Pollan critics Whole Foods and questions if they are walking their talk. ...
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Handstand, again!
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Lisa T.1 Comments
Posted in: General Discussion in Yoga
I did a handstand for the first time last week!! Hooray!! I was so afraid which is silly considering I have taken gymnastics and find it to be the easiest thing to do in the pool. As a child, I would do a handstand at any given moment. Why was I so afraid?
Well, I guess I associated the handstand with what a longtime yogi/yogini can accomplis...
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Today I went to Yoga
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Lisa T.1 Comments
Posted in: General Discussion in Yoga
Today I went to yoga. It was relaxing, inspiring and releasing. I think that its the best thing ever.
I was reading in March's Yoga Journal that Dr. Dean Ornish recommends including relaxation such as yoga and meditation in order to lead a heart healthy life. This is remarkable because this is one of the first doctors to utilize this recomme...
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I've been Going 6 days a week...
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Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Exercise
I was just telling my coworker that as the week progresses, it gets more and more difficult to get to the gym before 7:30 am.
Then I snap out of it and realize all of the benefits that I will receive if I do so:
-more energy throughout the day
-better sleep patterns have evolved
-I tend to eat healthier when I have worked out
-feeling good...
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Chicago's Finest!
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Lisa T.1 Comments
Posted in: General Discussion in Healthy Eating
This hot dog will be made healthy by the whole wheat bun and the substituted dog, also, it limits the traditional toppings that add little nutritional value. Thanks to
* 1 hot dog (veggie, tofu, turkey)
* 1 whole wheat hot dog bun
* 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
* 1 tablespoon sweet green pickle relish
* 1 tablespoon chop...
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Joe Montana says so!
Pita Pizzas for All
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Lisa T.2 Comments
Posted in: General Discussion in Healthy Eating
So I recently read that Joe Montana is the spokesman for the Take Action for Healthy Blood Pressure campaign since he was diagnosed in 2002.
I find this truly ironic since he is an athlete and seems to be in the prime of his life with the health of the best of them, yet all of these couch potatoes are close to him in blood pressure.
So ...
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Healthy Tortilla Chips
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Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Healthy Eating
To go along with that fabulous dip/layered spread, I'm going to try making wonderfully baked, homemade, tortilla chips.
Save the frying for something else because these are baked!
Homemade corn chips are a snap to make and, in our opinion, much better than the commercial baked varieties. Simply stack corn or flour tortillas and cut into w...
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Healthy Bean Dip
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Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Healthy Eating
So I found this recipe on EatingWell.com
They are also a published magazine that I really enjoy!
I hope you enjoy this. I will definitely be creating this for Sunday's festivities...
Makes 12 servings, about 1/2 cup each
ACTIVE TIME: 20 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 20 minutes
1 16-ounce can fat-free refried beans, preferably spicy
1 15-ounce...
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Other Healthy Tips
by
Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Healthy Eating
OKay, so you are going to BBQ, because that is a great American pasttime and its SuperBowl Weekend.
Because of all the grilling of meats this weekend, many of us tend to add salt. Maybe you can try something else. Like herbs and seasonings.
These are some herbs and spices that will add lots of flavor without adding loads of sodium:
* ba...
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Oven Zucchini Sticks!
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Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Healthy Eating
They are not fried! And they look amazing!
Thanks again to Eating Well...
Every bit as good as the restaurant-appetizer version--no deep fryer required.
Makes 4 servings
ACTIVE TIME: 20 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 30 minutes
Canola oil cooking spray
1/2 cup whole-wheat flour
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornmeal
1 teaspoon...
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Today I went to yoga!
by
Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Yoga
So its been a while and I have been on sabbatical from yoga.
My body has been angry but is currently grateful that I have decided to stretch those tiny muscles that are stagnant all day.
I must say that working out before work does wonders for the rest of the day. I get to stretch and do triangle poses to my hips content!
I am such a gr...
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Just go! Even for 30 minutes.
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Lisa T.
Posted in: General Discussion in Exercise
I find that when I'm really busy or feeling tired, I lose motivation to get myself to the gym. But EVERY time I push myself and go, I feel re-energized afterwards and am glad I did. So, when you're having a rough day and don't feel like putting in the 'effort' to go, I strongly recommend you push yourself, even if it's just for 20 or 30 minute...
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