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  • Monday, 23 January 2012
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1. Breakfast- Eating within 20 min of waking up increases metabolic rate right away it also ensures you don’t cheat before 10 am. Variety of breakfast – shakes, egg whites, Greek yogurt, oatmeal 2. Add more veggies- Strive for 4 servings per day 3. Be aware of sugar- Look for sugar content when reading labels!  <10 g of sugar/serving is BEST. Sugar consumption compromises the immune system 4. Eat more probiotics- Probiotics boosts the immune system, reduces inflammation, helps with lactose intolerance, helps those who suffer from IBS. Good sources include: yogurt 5. Increase fiber -Try to have 30 g/day. Benefits include: feeling fuller longer, stable blood sugar levels, regular bowel movements. Great sources include: kiwi, increased veggies, whole grains vs whole wheat,   6. Eat and drink coconut-It is a short chain saturated fat. For 1.5 oz  you’ll get 14 g fiber It’s a great snack idea that’s very portable … Read more

  • Tuesday, 17 January 2012
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At the beginning of the New Year many of us make resolutions. As I have written about before there are some studies that say up to 45% of people give up on their resolutions within two weeks of the new year. Since we are in the dreaded 3rd week I thought it would be a good idea to write a post about productivity. You see if you are more productive with your time, then you become more efficient, and if you become more efficient then you are more likely to make time for your health goals. Thus you will never fall off the resolution band wagon. Here are a few ways to keep yourself productive enough so that you don’t slack off with your routines. · Plan your day ahead – if you do it the night before even better. Planning a project will likely cut the time spent on … Read more