Ingredients: 2 zucchinis 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Reggiano cheese 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon dried basil 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder Freshly ground black pepper, cayenne pepper and salt to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a wide, flat bowl, combine cheese,… Continue Reading
WELLNESS
Jan 2018
20 Tips to Stay Active and Feel Great
Getting and staying active is one of the best things you can do for your health. When you exercise, you improve your physical health, maintain weight, help prevent brain and memory decline, and increase your life span. So whether you’re not yet active or just want to keep staying active through the years, here are… Continue Reading
7 Ways To Manage GERD Without Drugs
One in ten Americans gets heartburn every day, and 44% have symptoms at least once a month. But while there is no shortage of drugs on the market specifically targeting symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), they can also come with unpleasant or dangerous side effects. What’s a person to do? The “easy” way… Continue Reading
Acid Reflux and GERD: Everything You Need to Know
One in ten Americans gets heartburn every day, and 44% have symptoms at least once a month. But even sufferers can be totally confused about what causes these symptoms and the best ways to manage them. Let’s get to the heart of the problem. What Is Acid Reflux/GERD? A lot of people think these… Continue Reading
What Doctors Won’t Tell You About Acid Reflux Drugs
If you’re one of the 30-40% of Americans who suffer from acid reflux or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), chances are you take medication regularly to keep it under control. But you might want to think twice before you pop that pill, given what the latest research says. A new study published in the British… Continue Reading
15,000 Steps A Day – Your New Target
How many steps should you take in a day? The standard answer has been 10,000 steps per day, but even if you’re hitting that mark, you may want to up it a bit. The latest study found that walking 15,000 steps or more each day may be key to maintaining a healthy weight and… Continue Reading
French Green Bean & Cherry Tomato Salad
About 4 to 6 Servings Ingredients: 1 package cherry tomatoes (about 25) 4 oz. Buffalo mozzarella 1 pound green beans, trimmed 2 Tbsp olive oil Balsamic vinegar 1 clove garlic, diced 1/4 cup chopped green onions Fresh ground pepper and salt to taste Instructions: Cook the green beans in water for 5 to… Continue Reading
The Big Reason You Need to Join a Gym
Cardiovascular disease, a condition largely preventable with a healthy diet and exercise, is the number one cause of death in the U.S. And yet, did you know just 18% of Americans have gym memberships? If you’re part of the 82% who don’t go to the gym, a new study says you should consider joining… Continue Reading
Weightlifting With Lighter Weights Works
Impressive strength and muscles means lifting impressively heavy weights…or does it? Traditionally, weight training involves lifting the maximum weight you can and then lifting 80-90% of that weight in eight to 10 repetitions until your limbs tremble from exhaustion. The theory is that this stimulates a surge in testosterone and human growth hormone, leading… Continue Reading
Reducing Your Breast Cancer Risk
You may be surprised to learn that nearly one-third of cancer deaths are attributed to diet and lifestyle. Clearly, how you live your life will have an impact on your health. In regards to breast cancer, many of the dietary and lifestyle changes that provide a protective benefit are associated with reducing lifetime exposure… Continue Reading