These days, there aren’t too many “new questions.” If I want to figure out how to make tuna casserole or change the hard drive in my computer, I just go to Google or YouTube. We can learn from the mistakes and successes of others and find more effective ways to do whatever it is we’re …
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A Spoonful of Sugar – Do You Know What’s Going Down?
The sugar most of us keep in kitchen canisters is very different than what now sweetens the foods we buy. Sugar now comes in many different forms and each can affect our body in different ways. It’s important to know more about the sweeteners in our foods so we can indulge from time to time …
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Tabata Training
Last month, we explored some of the benefits of interval training. This month, I’d like to describe one of the more effective forms of intervals – Tabata Training. Created by Japanese professor Izumi Tabata, this type of training uses high-intensity intervals to improve overall health and heart function, and burn fat. One round of Tabata …
Five Reasons Older Adults Should Exercise
This weekend we celebrated my mother’s 80th birthday. With a host of friends and family, we enjoyed good food, great company, and shared in a wonderful birthday experience. As I took part in all of the festivities, I couldn’t help but feel fortunate as I thought about what it means to reach 80 years old …
Is Your Diet Lacking This Vital Element?
Most people think fiber only aids in digestion. The truth is that fiber one of the most important aspects of your diet. The benefits of fiber go far beyond digestion and making you regular. Let’s explore some of the benefits of this super powerful nutrient. Fiber Defined Fiber is found in the structural parts …