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 …
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Relax & Restore
Relax & Restore Contributed by: Kim Black, 200YT It’s no surprise that most people could afford to take a little more time for themselves, and in today’s fast paced world it’s easy to forget to take a moment to breath and relax. However, relaxation plays a key part in our bodies recovery time and has …
Essential Oils
Essential Oils Contributed by: Carol Kline Essential oils can provide therapeutic benefits in very small amounts. For example, patchouli and rose oil can stimulate sympathetic nervous system activity. Jasmine oil can uplift your mood and help improve depression. Consider adding aromatherapy to your plan of overall health. Aromatherapy is where you place a couple of …
Clean & Clear Skin
Clean & Clear Skin Contributed by: Amanda Albiar, NCSF-CPT When it comes to clear, healthy skin, everyone is looking for the perfect answer. Whether it’s a cleanse, detox, trendy face mask or good old fashioned exfoliating, everyone and their mom is willing to try the next big thing to eliminate acne. According to Dr. Trevor …
Why Women Should Weight Train
Why Women Should Weight Train Contributed by: Shawn Dassie,M.S., NASM-CPT, NSCA-CSCS It’s about time we talked about the brilliant benefits of weight training for women—because way too many women are missing out on them. Traditionally, women often shy away from lifting weights for a number of reasons, from fear of bulking up to thinking they’re …
Fighting SAD
Fighting SAD Contributed by: Ciara Floyd, NSCF-CPT, NSCA-CSCS The holidays are over, the days are shorter, and the weather is getting colder. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that usually occurs during the fall and winter as the days get shorter and there is less daylight. This can affect any individual and …
Benefits of Dill
Benefits of Dill Contributed by: Carol Kline Dill is probably best known for pickles, but there are other uses for this delicious and healthy herb. Did you know dill contains iron, vitamin C, manganese, calcium, and magnesium? It is available in leaves and seeds. The seeds have a stronger flavor than the leaves and tastes …
What’s the Deal with Apple Cider Vinegar?
What’s the Deal with Apple Cider Vinegar? Contributed by: Michael Devon, NASM-CPT Apple cider vinegar has many uses but did you know it can used as part of a healthy diet? You’d want to chose apple cider vinegar with “the mother” which is the slimy substance seen at the bottom of the bottle. The mother …
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Healthy Snacks for Kids
Healthy Snacks for Kids Contributed by: Ciara Floyd, M.S., NSCF-CPT, NSCA-CSCS Finding the right snack for your children can be difficult. Some kids are picky eaters, only want to eat what they saw on a commercial, or you may as a parent be short on time. Children can snack 2 or 3 times a day; popular …
Drink Water & Drop Weight
Contributed by: Dustin Gonzalez, NASM-CPT You may have heard that drinking more water is a good weight loss tip; but recent research shows even more compelling support for this weight loss tactic. New, unpublished clinical evidence shows that drinking water prior to eating can be an effective weight loss tool. The researchers found that people who drank two eight ounce cups …