Category Archives: Food

Super Food – Blueberries

By admin | June 7, 2010

I came across this article on the topic of blueberries, one of the most nutritious and delicious foods on the planet.  It is written by Athena Bell, Executive VP of the International Fitness Professionals Association (IFPA).     Enjoy! __________________________________________    Blueberries are native to the United States. Native Americans were the first to discover these [...]

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Desert Is Not A Reward

By admin | May 27, 2010

If you serve a dessert for every dinner, children will become accustomed to this behavior and believe this is the best part of the meal instead of the entree.  This can be a problem with young, picky eaters and parents will find themselves many times using bribes as a

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Selecting a Healthy Meal at Taco Cabana

By admin | May 24, 2010

One of my favorite restaurants to eat lunch at is Taco Cabana.  They have fast service, convenient locations all over Houston, reasonable prices, and healthy food.   That’s right, healthy food. Most people don’t associate healthy food with most Mexican restaurants.  But, you

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50 Ways to Love Your Fruits and Veggies

By admin | March 18, 2010

Mix a bag of shredded cabbage with a little light coleslaw dressing; chopped apples or canned pineapple chunks are optional. Add grated carrots or zucchini to spaghetti sauce.  Substitute green peas for half the avocado in guacamole to reduce fat without changing the taste or texture. Add chopped fresh tomatoes and cilantro to bottled salsa [...]

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Fighting Childhood Obesity

By admin | March 12, 2010

Here’s a very important video talk by Jamie Oliver on the topic of fighting childhood obesity . . .  Thanks to Stephen Cooper for sharing on his site.

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Aromas of the Mediterranean

By admin | August 2, 2009

Here’s a great site to check out! Featuring Mediterranean recipes and undiscovered Catalan cuisine from the core of the Mediterranean Sea. We help you to enjoy the authentic Mediterranean lifestyle.

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Farmer’s Markets in Your State

By admin | August 2, 2009

Use this site to find a Farmer’s Market in your state.

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Pumpkins Carmel Flan

By admin | June 9, 2009

Try this Pumpkin Carmel Flan as a lighter alternative. You probably know that most of the fat in pies is found in the crust – well this delicious dish gives you all of the pumpkin taste that you love without the guilt-ridden crust. Yields 10 servings. Ingredients: Carmel: 3/4 cup sugar 3 tablespoons water Flan: [...]

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High Energy Fuel Recipe for Oatmeal Pancakes

By admin | June 6, 2009

Saturdays are my favorite day of the week. It’s the day of the week I usually don’t have anything pressing to do and I can take my time with my own workouts. I try not to schedule workout appointments with my clients also. I usually start my

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My Breakfast Today

By admin | February 15, 2009

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day.  I truly believe this.  Here’s the high energy breakfast I had today: Organic Whole Grain Cornmeal Pancakes (Red Mill Brand) with sugar free syrup Soy bacon (Morningstar Brand) Fresh-squeezed juice (orange, carot, apple, and pear) Cup of Colombian coffee with Stevia Wow, this

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