We are trained to be so focused on what the scale says, and rating our weight loss efforts accordingly, that sometimes seeing the small victories, entrenched in our actual levels of health and fitness, become more and more difficult. While I agree, weighing ourselves is...
It may seem counter intuitive, but our bodies need cholesterol. It is an important to the manufacturing of hormones, and helps the body absorb fats more efficiently. We consume cholesterol mostly through animal proteins, plants do not contain cholesterol, but they do contain sterols which...
We're coming into fall finally!! For us in Arizona, that means temperatures are finally under 100, and we're able to take our workouts outside without fear of spontaneously combusting! I feel like fall and winter are busy times for most families: school is back in...
Protein is an essential building block for muscle, cell function, enzymes, hormones, fluid balance and immune function. Too much protein can damage your kidneys, lead to dehydration, cause bone loss and weight gain. Not enough protein can cause hormone deficiencies, and hinder your bodies ability...
Is anyone else experiencing horrible allergies lately? I know in Arizona, we have 2 allergy seasons: one in March/April, and again in September/October - I read somewhere recently that as long as the temperatures are under 100 and above 80, we have more pollen and...
As I stated before, proteins are a very important part of a healthy diet; they help make hormones and enzymes, they are the very building blocks for muscle tissue, and they are used for energy when carbohydrates and fats are not available. However, proteins should...
The last few weeks have been crazy around my house, people visiting from out of town, and a little bit of travel ourselves. With summer winding down, we have one last big trip coming up at the end of September and then hockey season starts! I...
I've been really trying to up my protein intake without adding additional animal protein (and all the fat and cholesterol that comes with it). I found a a fairly pure protein powder, Isopure click here to learn more and I've added it to my morning smoothies...
I made this dish for a friends fourth of July party and it was a huge hit!! I had several people request the recipe, so I thought it would be great to share here as well. I was amazed at how easy this was to...
What is meal planning and why should I do it? Meal planning is exactly what it sounds like; you plan out your meals for a length of time. I usually do a week ahead, and it's based on my schedule. This allows me to create...