One of the questions we get asked the most is how do you manage your weight during post- menopausal stage of life. So many women struggle. You don’t’ need to be one of them. A lot of doctors are there to guide you through the menopausal stage,...
Sheryl Westerman has 40 years of experience in weight loss counseling, coaching, research and motivational lecturing. She believes that weight loss has many different components, starting with changing the way you think. “I was an overweight child and understand the difficulty of a weight loss journey,...
It is important to follow guidelines for sensible drinking because too much alcohol can cause serious damage to your health and put stress on your heart. As a general rule: Men should consume no more than 2 units per day, with at least 2 alcohol free days...
I try to do everything 100 percent. When I am busy, I am bust 100 percent. When I need to rest, I rest 100 percent. To help maintain your body’s optimal health, rest is part of the equation. Remember: Eat well to nourish your body Exercise and move...
Red: tomatoes, watermelon, and red bell peppers contain the essential nutrient Lycopene. Orange: Mangoes and oranges contain plenty of vitamin C, and carrots and sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene. Yellow: pineapples and yellow bell peppers contain lutein(a form of antioxidant), and bananas provide potassium, which helps...
Children under 5 years old need more fat in their diet than older children. While it’s great to encourage children to eat fruits and vegetables, don’t let them fill up on fiber because they still need to leave room for fats and protein to provide...
Fast food doesn’t have to be exclusively for junk. Here are some tips for staying healthy while eating fast. Choose grilled chicken over fried. Always avoid mayonnaise. Go for wholegrain sandwiches instead of pastries or pies. Order a baked potato with beans or tuna, but no butter or mayo. Air...
Why you’re still hungry and what you can do You’ve just eaten lunch and you’re already counting down the hours (minutes?) until afternoon tea. Familiar? I thought so. Read on to find out why you are still hungry and what you can do. Reason #1: You’re not...
If you’re one of the 35 million Americans who sit at a desk all day, it’s time to change up your habits and get you moving. Eating well can be a major struggle especially if you’re surrounded by donuts and food trucks. 1. Get Moving —...
The biggest problem that families have is not preparing a weekly menu in advance. Failing to plan is planning to fail. So it is essential to shop in advance for everything you will need for the week. If necessary, buy new Tupperware containers and make...