Posted in February 2012

Healthy Tips From Store to Kitchen Table

Healthy Tips From Store to Kitchen Table

First, at the grocery store, make sure to shop the perimeter. This is where you will find all your fresh fruits and vegetables along with dairy and your proteins. When in the dairy department, make sure to look for low-fat options. When, in the meat section search out the leanest cuts of meat. Now that … Continue reading »

Getting Over That Dreaded Plateau

Getting Over That Dreaded Plateau

Have you ever noticed the people in the gym that go every day, do the same thing, on the same machines, with the same intensity? Have you ever noticed that their body stops changing and they plateau? This cycle is what happens to most people. We may start off with a routine and the pounds … Continue reading »

Inflammation – What a Pain!

Inflammation – What a Pain!

Did you know that back pain is the second most common reason for missing work? Most of these complaints will be due to back strains or sprains. A back muscle strain occurs when the muscle fibers are stretched or torn. A back sprain occurs when the ligaments are torn from their attachments. Both lumbar sprains … Continue reading »

Kale Chips!

Kale Chips!

Ah, Kale…green, leafy, unique and did I mention extremely good for you? We all have memories of sitting at the table as a child having our mom reminding us to “eat your vegetables”. Well, although hard to admit, she was right! Vegetables are something everybody should eat more of and kale is a great place … Continue reading »