Black Bean Burrito Recipe makes 1 burrito. Using a whole can of black beans will probably make you about 4 of these! OR make a couple burritos, and save the rest of the black beans to throw on couple salads with some grilled chicken and…
Black Bean Burrito Recipe makes 1 burrito. Using a whole can of black beans will probably make you about 4 of these! OR make a couple burritos, and save the rest of the black beans to throw on couple salads with some grilled chicken and…
Climb those stairs. Did you know that you burn 10 calories per minute going up stairs and 4 calories per minute going down them? Setting up your home so a popular room is on another level will improve not only your activity level on the…
Keep sporting equipment in your yard. Basketballs, baseballs, footballs, golf clubs, roller blades, camping supplies, or running shoes – have at least four in your yard for easy use. Playing catch, for example, for 30 minutes burns over 100 calories.
Get a dog. Most dog owners get over five hours of exercise a week without a lot of added effort. They also have fewer helth problems compared to non-dog owners. Blue Zones Project
Trade in power tools for hand tools. Shoveling, push-mowing, and raking burn almost 400 calories an hour or about the same amount of calories as lifting weights.
Take the stress out of weighing in – tip 3 Use the number on the scale to actually help your program work for you. If you’re going to use the scale as a tool, you might as well do it right. Try keeping a journal…
Whether it’s organic or not, unwashed produce can be a pathway to food-borne illnesses. Organic food may come pesticide-free, but harmful microbes like E. coli, salmonella, and the norovirus can be transferred to fruits and vegetables. Washing fresh produce under running water before cutting or peeling…
Take the stress out of weighing in – tip 2 Remind yourself that you are choosing to use the scale as a weight loss tool. It is NOT your judge, jury and executioner. It’s probably a good idea to post this reminder where you will…
Ways to Take the Stress Out of Your Weigh-Ins Be clear with yourself about what that number on the scale really means. That number on the scale only tells you how much you weigh at that moment. It tells you absolutely nothing about what kind…
If you’re not familiar with the pomegranate, it is a red fruit with a tough outer layer; only the juice and the seeds inside are edible. Pomegranate juice is available year round, but you can purchase fresh pomegranates in most grocery stores from September through…
