Fit Fare

Sitting right up in the number one spot of Dr. Perricone’s top 10 superfoods is a relative newcomer to the U.S. market, the açaí berry. Harvested in Brazil, açaí pulp is rich in Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs), antioxidants, and fiber … and (I quote) “studies have shown that this little berry is one of the […]

Maybe a few of us dream to look like a supermodels, but absolutely everyone aspires to be fit and look good! It’s really interesting how a little change in your fitness routine can accelerate your chances of achieving your goals. Exercise and a balanced diet plan will not only get you a fit body, but […]

When spring comes around, do you notice that you start craving more veggies? Suddenly, your taste for mac and cheese is replaced by a desire for crunchy, crisp, bright green vegetables. Foods that didn’t sound so appetizing only a few weeks ago are now tempting and delicious.
Take broccoli, for example. Those “baby trees,” as some […]

One would think that raw food, essentially food in its most simplistic form, would be so incredibly simple to make. Yet, for some reason the very idea of eating raw just sounds so darn complicated. Soaking nuts for hours and even days, purchasing pricey juicers, slowly dehydrating fruits and veggies … who has the […]

As a lactose-intolerant woman who strength trains 4-5 times per week, I know how hard it can be to build muscle.
Whey protein, which is made from whey, a by-product of cow’s milk cheese, is the king of protein supplements among body builders because it stimulates muscle growth and aids in recovery. Whey protein is the […]

For years we heard the mantra: eat more fish. Get those Omega-3’s. Fish is healthy. Unfortunately, now the tides have turned (apologies for the bad pun). Now we hear that we shouldn’t eat fish more than twice a week, or once a week, or three times a week. The mercury levels could cause us harm. […]

I have to say that there is nothing better for relaxation after a stressful day at work than a cat’s purr against my chest or a cat stretching with all her might. Okay, so my husband and I are blessed because neither of us is allergic to felines, so we enjoy life with five […]

As reported last week, Natural Products Expo West 2008 was abuzz with new-to-market superfoods. Yet one in particular has garnered a great deal of curiosity for its nutritional merit, incredible versatility, and unique modern history. Decades ago, I recall sitting in front of the TV, listening to Ch-Ch-Ch-Chia Pet jingle that still rings clearly in […]