healthy lifestyle

Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Don’t Have Labels

I am not a fan of the word “chemicals” in this image and wished it would have said ingredients.  However, I still support the message.  The focus should be on consuming healthy food choices instead of a caloric number.  Fresh fruits and vegetables don’t have labels!  Eat more of them (mostly vegetables)!!! (Image Source)

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“Cheat Day” Myths

1)  Once a week we can “cheat” on our healthy diet.  First off, I don’t like the word diet.  So let’s just call it healthy eating.  Following a healthy lifestyle, is 365 days a year and already includes consuming the foods you love to eat!  I encourage my clients to think of healthy eating as […]

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Indy Mini Spectator

The OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon was this past Saturday in Indianapolis, Indiana.  This race is known as the “Indy Mini.”  However, there is nothing mini about it!  This race is a full 13.1 miles making it a half marathon. My sister signed up this year to run and it was her first half marathon.  I wanted […]

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Fly Spring Break Workout

Getting fit and healthy can be a challenge anytime of year, but a large amount of individuals are now hitting the gym more than ever.  Why?  Because Spring Break is here!  Bikinis are at the mall, fad diets are all over your favorite magazines, and Pinterest is filled with the latest workout trends. I have […]

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Nutrition On The Fly

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Airports are always packed with people, but are often not packed with the healthiest food options.  The stress and anxiety that could come from running late for a flight, sitting long hours during a layover, or plane changes may lead you towards grabbing unhealthy food choices in an airport terminal.  However, if you prepare for the worst […]

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National Nutrition Month Theme Winner

Thank you to all those that posted comments about the National Nutrition Month® theme “Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right!”  I loved reading everyone’s comments and noticed a few themes in the answers posted. Here are a few great points that were made: Healthy food CAN taste good!  I can’t tell you how many healthy […]

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