The field of epigenetics has proven that our health and DNA are directly impacted by what we eat. In other words, our food literally speaks to our cells. However, over the last fifty years our food has become stripped of nutrients, our soil has become lifeless, our oceans have become…
"There will come a time when you believe everything is finished. That will be the beginning." --Louis L'Amour By now, nearly 80% of the resolutions we made a month ago to set and maintain healthy habits, are history. Remember the excitement you felt when you read all of those books…
While we are seeing spikes in Covid cases, I decided that It would be a good time to teach and encourage people how to take control of their health. How does that saying go? We only fear what we do not know. We are bombarded with conflicting reports and statistics…
Benefits of Vinegar Using vinegar for home and health reasons is becoming increasingly popular, and for good reason! Vinegar has been used since the days of ancient Greece to improve health. It was often used for cleansing wounds, and for digestive complaints. Today, it can still be used for these…
Multi Vitamins can be somewhat effective if your diet is void of whole foods and essential nutrients. As a health coach, I always try to insist that my clients eat real food (not processed) with an abundance of organic fruits and vegetables. It is a fact, however, that due to…
POST THANKSGIVING BURN Maria Sollon, MS, CSCS So you made it through your Thanksgiving feast, but the gobble on your plate turned into a wobble around the house!! The time is now to burn off that wobble with some simple exercises on your Total Gym. Sweat off some extra calories…
Thanksgiving is the ultimate American epicurean celebration that brings family and friends together. Although turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes are synonymous with this holiday, Thanksgiving dishes can vary greatly based on the ingredients used and how they are prepared. Every family has their own unique take on the holiday’s food,…
High Protein Breakfast Ideas Is breakfast really that important? The short answer is, yes! Breakfast sets the tone for the rest of the day. In fact, some of your cravings at night can be linked back to what you ate when you first woke up. There was a small study…
Heart disease is a serious condition that takes a toll on your vital organs. Heart disease is commonly associated with high blood pressure. If you have high blood pressure, there is a ‘higher pressure’ created inside your blood vessels that places extra strain on your heart. Over time, this extra…
Smoothies are also a great way to bulk up on extra nutrition by adding powdered supplements, dietary fiber, healthy fats like coconut oil, avocado, nuts and nut butters, and seeds such as hemp, chia, and flax. By adding spices like turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger you boost your immune system because spices are full of antioxidants as well as all kinds of fruits.