Where’s The Beet? Contributed by: Carol Kline Beet roots contain nutrients that may help lower your blood pressure, fight cancer and inflammation, boost your stamina, and support detoxification. The green leafy tops are equally, if not more, nutritious with nutrients that may strengthen your immune system, support brain and bone health, and more. In addition, …
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The KOMBUCHA Kraze!
The KOMBUCHA Kraze! Contributed by: Amanda Albiar, B.A., NCSF-CPT I am the first to admit this is one of my favorite fads in the Health/Fitness industry. But is it a good fad? Kombucha has been around for at least a couple thousand of years in Asia and other countries. Because it’s fermented, you get billions …
Pumpkin Spice… Everything
Pumpkin Spice… Everything Contributed by: Ciara Floyd, M.S., NSCF-CPT, NSCA-CSCS It’s that time of year again when all you see is “Pumpkin Spice” everywhere. It began with the Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) in 2003 from Starbucks, and the trend has only grown from there. So what exactly is pumpkin spice? Oddly enough, most pumpkin spice …
Therapeutic Benefits of Mint
Therapeutic Benefits of Mint Contributed by: Carol Kline Mint is a great herb to add to any healthy dish for added flavor and nutrients. Mint is also used to treat and manage a variety of other health issues and by simply adding some mint to your meals or beverages you can help: Relaxes musclesFight stressTreats …
Burning Calories. Everyday!
Contributed by: Amanda Albiar, B.A., NCSF-CPT Burning Calories. Everyday! Fall weather might mean packing on the pounds for some, but don’t let that be you. Just because you wear heavier clothes and put on more layers, doesn’t mean you need to skip a workout or eat a huge meal. Did you know that by simply …
Bounce Back
Contributed by: Michael Devon, B.A., NASM-CPT Bounce Back Ahh… another Monday, coming too soon once again. For some of you, this weekend may have been one that you treated yourself a little too much, maybe you had more than one helping of dessert or slept in instead of going to the gym. It’s important not …
Holistic Living
Holistic Living Contributed by: Dustin Gonzalez, M.S., NASM-CPT The concept of holistic living is not a new one, yet many people are still unclear about its meaning. Often misused as ‘holistic healing’, a holistic lifestyle goes beyond the approach of just healing the body, mind and spirit naturally. Holistic healing consists of all the modalities …
Go Nuts for Almonds!
Go Nuts for Almonds! Contributed by: Ciara Floyd, M.S., NSCF-CPT, NSCA-CSCS Almonds have long been considered a healthy food choice. Previous research has shown almonds to be significant in weight loss, appetite control, and managing blood pressure. But recent research has found that it can aid in lowering LDL, “Bad” cholesterol, and raising HDL, “Good” …
The Dangers of Using Plastic Containers
The Dangers of Using Plastic Containers Contributed by: Carol Kline What’s wrong with using plastic containers? They’re inexpensive, convenient, and virtually unbreakable. However, plastic containers, plastic wrap, etc. are made using different chemicals. The chemicals are transferred into your stored food, making it dangerous to your health, especially when heated. As this plastic is exposed …
How to “Back To School” the Healthy Way
How to “Back To School” the Healthy Way Contributed by: Michael Devon, B.A., NASM-CPT Back to school can be a trying time for any parent juggling their work schedule with their kid’s school schedule, after school care, and sports practice. Luckily, there is still a way to carry on a healthy lifestyle. First, you will …