A few weeks ago, I was lucky enough to see Real Housewive’s of New York star Bethenny Frankel speak about her new book, “The Skinny Girl Dish” at Barnes and Noble in Boston. While many fans were there ranting and raving about meeting a “celebrity,” I went to hear her speak about healthy living. You […]
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Every year when Lent comes along, hundreds of people give something up, something they feel life would be a little trickier without. I remember when I was 10 I gave up lollipops, when I didn’t even really like them to try and beat the system. It was my most easy, breazy Lent by far. In
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The other day, a friend of mine asked me how to drop 5 pounds by following a better diet. Among many things including snacking more frequently and adding more whole grains, I suggested she add more protein to her diet. Many young women today simply don’t get enough protein, potentially derailing their overall weight loss
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We all know what it’s like to wake up and talk yourself out of working out. “I don’t have time.” “I’ll work out tomorrow!” “I’m too busy!” Stop right there Healthy Chick, and use these little mind tricks next time you’re faced with this kind of problem! 1. Put your workout clothes on right when
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*Serves 2 -2 red bell peppers -6 oz. lean ground turkey -1 cup cooked quinoa (may substitute brown rice) -1/2 c. yellow onion, chopped -2 small roma tomatoes, diced -1 c. spinach -1/2 c. organic marinara sauce -1 clove garlic, crushed -1 TB basil -1 TB parsley -1/4 c fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded -2 TB
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I’ve noticed that people have been rather moody and not so happy lately. I don’t know if it’s the frigid winter weather or the fact that the holiday season is now over (and the next “holiday” to look forward to is Valentine’s Day-I know blah), but something is in the air and it’s not a
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I went to Haymarket this weekend, a large market in Boston that sells really cheap fresh veggies. I was able to buy tons of fruits and veggies for the week for under $15. Anyway, I put together some of my selections including the cilantro, lemon, tomatoes, spinach and red onion to make this super easy,
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The other day at the gym, I took the ever-dreaded boy fat test. I mean, honestly, what is even somewhat delightful about lifting up your shirt, getting your fat clamped with calibers and exposing parts of your body not even you want to look at in the mirror? Well, I have to say, while that
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I used to go through life with a sort of guard up. Yes, I’m adventurous and fun, but in the back of my mind, a little part of me was always holding back, not living to its fullest potential. I guess I was scared in a way: scared of not meeting my goals, scared of
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