Drink in the Facts about Cocktails

Drink in the Facts about Cocktails

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Many people erroneously believe that the good news about the health benefits of alcoholic beverages like wine and beer gives them carte blanche to go on a bender. And with Spring Break coming up, it’s all the more tempting to drink up on the beach. If the drinks are on…

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Eat Your Food Naked

Eat Your Food Naked

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Lean, healthy salads, fish and chicken quickly turn into high-calorie indulgences with the addition of dressings and sauces. Particularly when you’re dining out, order salad dressings and other sauces on the side. This way, you have control over how much or how little you add. When you order grilled fish…

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Gentle Reminders to Help You Along

Gentle Reminders to Help You Along

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

If you embarked on a weight-loss journey at the beginning of the year, then your resolve might be weakening at the two-week mark. Help yourself by keeping your goals in mind, regardless of where you are. Use 5 by 7 note cards with daily reminders. Once you devise a list…

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A Prescription for a Healthier You

A Prescription for a Healthier You

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

You’ve heard the saying “just what the doctor ordered,” but do you really know what that entails? It doesn’t matter how healthy you think you are, you should visit your physician at least once a year for an annual physical. The doctor will check your weight and height. They’ll also…

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Prevent Workout Ruts

Prevent Workout Ruts

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Your weight loss progress has stalled out. You’re sick of doing the same workout over and over, so you’re lacking the motivation to get moving. There is trouble ahead unless you add some variety to your exercise regimen. After all, variety is the spice of life. Doing the same thing…

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Healthy Foods Go Skin Deep

Healthy Foods Go Skin Deep

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Eating the right foods is great for the inside of your body, but the results of a healthy diet can be seen on your face, too. If you have a problem with acne, then a healthy eating plan can improve your complexion by up to 20 percent. Diet definitely plays…

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Here’s the Beef!

Here’s the Beef!

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

You love burgers, but you’re watching your waistline. That doesn’t mean you have to resort to eating a dry patty of meat. Sure, you’ll want to ditch the chili, the cheese and the mayo. However, you can still enjoy a burger that packs a mean punch without overdoing it. Dress…

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Easy Ways to Boost HDL

Easy Ways to Boost HDL

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

It’s common knowledge that high cholesterol is a major health hazard. But how many people take into consideration good cholesterol? Good cholesterol, known as HDL, helps fight against heart disease. According to research, HDL cholesterol is made up of protein, lipids and cholesterol. The HDL drives out the LDL, also…

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Put on Your Boogie Shoes

Put on Your Boogie Shoes

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Exercise doesn’t have to feel like work. So get you ready to march to the beat of your own drummer. We’re talking about incorporating dance into your fitness regimen. The rhythm is gonna get you with these fun-filled workouts. Dancing not only builds and tones muscles, but it also improves…

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