Over the past two weeks, I’ve received so many emails offering discounts on “detox plans”. “Detox” always seems to be quite the buzz word in January, and I get a lot of people asking me what I think about these plans. So, if you’re thinking about doing a detox plan, let’s take a look at […]
Author Archives: Amy
Treadmill vs. Elliptical: Which is a better fit for you?
Many people ask me which cardio exercise is best for them. To answer this question, I think it’s important to take many things into account, and the following are just a few things to consider: What are your goals? Are you trying to lose weight, build muscle, improve cardiovascular health, etc? Do you have any […]
Chia Seeds: Are They the New Superfood?
Chia seeds have recently gained popularity, and with that I have had a lot of questions about these seeds. If you look online, you will that they are touted to be the new super food that will solve many problems such as… Aiding in weight loss because they help control the appetite reduce food cravings […]
Exercise after 50: What to Consider
In last month’s sports medicine bulletin from the American College of sports medicine, there was some interesting information about how our body responds to exercise after the age of 50. The following are a few of the key points: Strength training should be a part of a workout program because if people strength train, they […]
Walk vs Run: Which is Better for Weight Loss?
Today, I read an interesting article about whether walking or running is a more effective way to lose weight. This article discussed a study that put 120 overweight or obese middle-aged men and women into four test groups: Group 1 walked 11 miles per week (or did equivalent intensity exercise on the elliptical/bicycle) Group 2 […]
Feeling Stressed During the Holidays: Exercise May be the Answer
From both personal and professional experience, I have known that exercise is one of the best ways to manage stress levels. Even though it has been known for some time that exercise can help to calm stress levels, researchers have not understood why. However, new research may be uncovering how exercise reduces stress levels. Research […]
Keeping Food Costs Down: What Fruits and Vegetables Give You the Most Bang for Your Buck?
One of the best changes that people can make to improve the quality of their diet is to increase fruits and vegetables. However, despite the fact that many people know this, very few Americans eat the recommended 5 servings of produce per day. One barrier is that people often say that fruits and vegetables are […]
Great Fall Recipe for Apple-Butternut Squash Soup
I love seasonal recipes, and one of my fall favorites is butternut squash soup. Last year, I was introduced to Martha Stewart’s version with her “Apple-Butternut Squash Soup”. Since I loved the recipe so much, I made it again this year and it was just as tasty as I remembered. So, I wanted to share […]
Coconut: Is it the New Super Food or is it Hype?
Over the past year, I have seen a significant increase in the consumption of coconut products American’s are eating such as coconut oil, coconut milk, coconut butters, etc. This is probably no surprise since it’s touted to promote weight loss, help with skin/hair, and improve diabetes, cholesterol and Alzheimer’s Disease. Even Dr. Oz recommends it, […]
Quick and Easy Recipe Ideas
In our fast-paced society, we don’t seem to have enough time for many of the things we want to do…and cooking is often one of these things. Instead, we often grab something on the go or order take out. However, when eating out, you don’t have as much control over the ingredients that are used, […]