Fit Fare

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 […]

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 […]

How healthy is a children’s birthday party?
Not very, is probably your automatic answer, and you’d be right. But there are a few steps you can take to improve it slightly.
We had a birthday party last night for my 9-year-old son, and it was only afterwards that I wondered how I could have improved the […]

If you’re interested in healthy eating - which obviously you are, since you’re here - you might find this site useful …
Nutrition Data has a number of clever tools for you to use to fine-tune your diet for your own health needs, whatever they are - heart care, newly diagnosed diabetic, dieting, trying to gain […]

Looming deadlines. Demanding superiors. Hunger prevails.
Whether it is meal time or not, when stress hits at the office, it can lead to damaging behavior for one’s body. Tempting as it may be, vending machine fare is generally not healthy with high sugar and fat content. Running out to grab some fast food for a convenient […]

Want to eat foods that can help maintain your blood pressure, decrease the likelihood of cancer and cardiovascular disease, and help strengthen your immune system? Then eat more winter white produce such as cabbage, mushrooms, parsnips, and rutabagas. These fruits and vegetables are excellent sources of essential vitamins and minerals and are at their peak […]

Are you stuck in a recipe rut? Cooking the same thing night after night? Of course, having a few go-to recipes can make mid-weeks meals easier to plan and prepare, but too many nights of the same main dish can make dinner a bore.Here are a few tips to get you re-inspired in the kitchen:
Ask […]

This is part of the Healthy Book Club. My mission for the Healthy Book Club is to present you with books that will provide you with the tools and inspiration to live a healthy, balanced and happy life. So pull up a comfy chair and let’s get reading!

I was talking to a friend who admitted […]

While on this new intensive workout plan my husband and I have been doing, I’ve found that my usual breakfast hasn’t been quite enough to sustain me till lunch. So after looking around and testing different heartier breakfast options, I’ve settled on one that seems to always do the trick. The best part […]

The holidays are here, which means swarms of social events, tables filled with food, and a variety of palates to cater to. With each passing year, more and more people are dreading this holiday smörgåsbord, as special diets seem to be moving closer to the norm than the exception. While very few guests […]