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We’ve all been there. We get so busy that we tend to forget the really little things in life, the things that if we took a little time to do, we’d be much happier…or healthier. So, I put together a little list to remind you of the things you may want to remind yourself to […]

Why They are Good for You: Helps lower chance of developing Osteoporosis Helps with bone growth  Contains calcium (Hey, maybe we don’t need THAT much milk after all…), protein, potassium, and iron  Perfect fill me-up snack to tide you over for a few hours  What They Taste Great In: Sprinkle slivered almonds on your favorite

           A few weeks ago, a friend of mine came home from a long day at the mall.  Excited to hear about her new buys, I asked in anticipation what clothing items she had bought, only to find myself shocked by her answer. “I didn’t buy anything,” she replied. “WHAT?! Nothing?

      Salads don’t always have to be a boring “diet food” with just iceberg lettuce, a tomato and a few cucumber slices thrown onto a plate. However, on the other hand, some salads (especially at popular chain restaurants) can pack on thousands of calories. But don’t fear: here are some tips to keep you

             I used to be one of those people who, like many others, were obsessed with losing weight. My mind was consumed with thoughts of looking “perfect” and fitting into that dress hanging in my closet that I hadn’t worn in five years.  I’d let my compulsive, negative thoughts take over

Interval training is the new best thing to do at the gym! Intervals, which involve staying at a steady pace with periodic speed bursts or sprints, holds many benefits. Studies have shown that intervals, when compared with a steady workout, burn more calories and rev up your metabolism all day long! But, don’t be fooled.

According to Womenfitness.net, grapefruits can actually peak weight loss! Eating a grapefruit or drinking 8 oz of grapefruit juice has been shown to block the enzymes involved in the fat-storage process. They also speed up our fat-burning process, so that we burn more calories throughout the day.  Enjoy a grapefruit with breakfast like I do

Today, when talking to my younger sister about following a healthy diet, I realized something. While my sister eats much “worse” than me when it comes to food, she has one very important thing down pat: controlling her portions.  Basically, she eats whatever she wants but downsizes everything. She explained to me that she loads

So, as you may already know, I am obsessed with the newest trends in health and fitness, constantly flipping through articles and finding the newest health foods and recipes. And for the most part, I consider myself a healthy girl: I don’t smoke, I drink a gallon of water a day and I eat 3

We all know that feeling when we eat just a little too much for dinner and feel like we’re going to explode. It may be because you over-did it at your favorite restaurant, or maybe you ate way too fast. But good news for you: there is relief. My new favorite after-dinner bloat remedy is…