Archive for the 'Body' Category

Goods of the Body: Self Defense, part 1

Thursday, May 1st, 2008

YOU are responsible for your protection

Can Self-Defense Lessons Save Women During an Attack?

So you are eating better, moving more, and spending time handling the stress in your life in positive ways. As I pointed out in Goods of the Body: Your Physical Makeover, protecting yourself from harm is just as important to your health as antioxidants and strength training! (more…)

Goods of the Body: Recipe for Arroz con Queso

Monday, January 21st, 2008

What have you ‘bean’ eating today?

Here’s a meatless recipe using brown rice, beans, salsa and low-fat cheeses for a quick, nutritious, and filling supper. Serve with steamed vegetables or a big salad. (more…)

Goods of the Body: Goals for a Healthy Weight

Thursday, January 10th, 2008

What are you ‘weighting’ for?

Okay, it’s the start of the New Year, when most of us re-evaluate our health goals regarding our diet and exercise. How close are you to your goals? How much does it really matter? What resources are available to help you be successful? (more…)

Healthy Gift Ideas for the Body, Mind, Soul and Spirit

Friday, December 7th, 2007

Running out of ideas for your favorite runner?

Do you have someone on your Christmas gift list who is health-minded? Or someone whose health you care about? Here are some ideas to help you find the right gift for them. (more…)

Goods of the Body: Jambalaya Recipe

Wednesday, November 28th, 2007

Tired of Turkey foods? This is yummy and will help build up your strength for the month to come!

Full of protein, antioxidants, vitamins, etc. as well as Cajun history!

Jambalaya (more…)

Goods of the Body: Beating Holiday Stress

Saturday, November 17th, 2007

Countdown to T-Day: 5; Countdown to Black Friday: 6; etc., etc.!

We all feel it coming- the change in the weather, a glance at the short calendar, and decorated mall parking lots: the Holiday Season is upon us!

STOP! You began feeling stressed just reading the sentence above, didn’t you?! Let’s see if we can turn this year’s holidays into fun and positive memories for you and your family. Isn’t that the point, after all? (more…)

Goods of the Body: Sweet Potato Nut Pie Recipe

Tuesday, November 13th, 2007

Countdown to T-Day: 9 and counting…!

Here’s another recipe for Thanksgiving Day, or anytime that your activities will allow for a sweet indulgence! Delicious and full of antioxidants, Omega 3’s, etc.: (more…)

Goods of the Body: Joyce’s Stuffing Recipe

Friday, November 9th, 2007

Countdown to T-Day: 13 and counting…!

Time to start gathering recipes for Thanksgiving Day! Do you always stick to your ‘old standbys’, or like to try new dishes for your family Thanksgiving meal? Well, here is the favorite dish of my family which is never left out: my mother’s stuffing for roast turkey or chicken. (more…)

Goods of the Body: Healthy Freebies & Contests!

Friday, November 2nd, 2007

What?! Free and healthy? Win/Win!

It’s beginning to be that time of year when many companies run great promotions that can save you money, or win you extra, while supporting companies devoted to a healthier lifestyle. Have a look to see what may interest you:

Free Contact Lens Solution: Lens Solution Here/ (more…)

Goods of the Body: Kitchen Fire Safety

Thursday, November 1st, 2007

Let’s make our metabolisms burn, not our homes!

The seriousness of the recent fires in Southern California should make us pause to reassess the fire safety in our homes, especially the kitchen.
So let’s start there: in the kitchen. Careless cooking is the number one cause of residential fires. Never leave cooking unattended. That’s NEVER. Even for ‘a second’. (more…)