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Tag: Healthy

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Kitchen Sink Omelet in a Mug It is as easy as 1, 2, 3… One mug, two minutes, and three base ingredients! Ingredients 1 Egg 2 Egg Whites 3 tablespoons Vegetables (finely diced) 2 tablespoons Crumbled Feta Cheese (*may substitute for grated cheese of choice) 1 pinch Black Pepper 1 pinch…

  • Thirsty Thursday

    Are you inundated with the surge of healthy, detox cleanses hitting the market shortly after January 1st?  Are you confused about which concoction to try? Do you have a limited budget and time, and want a quick, simple, and inexpensive drink? Two Words: Lemon Water Try it warm before your morning cup of coffee or cold during your workout. Speaking from personal…

  • Exercise to Reach Your Goals: Part 5

    Goal #5 Earn More, Save More Do you want a higher paycheck? Exercise! Employees who committed to an exercise program (weight-lifting or cardiovascular training) witnessed a 6 to 10% salary increase compared to their colleagues who did not exercise.  Further, morning or afternoon exercisers are less likely to be stressed, and happier, more productive employees: all attributes…

  • Be Active this Weekend!

    What are you doing this weekend to stay active? Visit Crunch Fitness on Union Street in San Francisco! Learn how to improve your daily nutrition and try free samples, receive answers to your exercise questions from a Crunch Trainer, and increase your flexibility during a Stretch & Foam Rolling Clinic led by me! *Schedule Change:  Friday only at 11:00AM dotFIT Samples &…

  • Summer Salad Recipe

    Kale and Quinoa Salad with Apple Lime Vinaigrette Salad Ingredients 10 oz. Kale (spines removed and coarsely chopped into about 1 in. pieces) 1/2 – 1 c. uncooked Quinoa 2 c. shredded Carrots 1/2 large Fuji Apple (chopped into 3/4 in. cubes) 1/4 c. sliced Almonds (toasted) Vinaigrette Ingredients  1/2 c. grated Fuji Apple (about 1/2 of…

  • Veggie Flax Muffin

    It is Monday morning and you just drank the last sip of coffee in your mug. Now, your tummy is growling… What do you do? Pick up your mug and make a Veggie Flax Muffin! The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) for the vegetable group is 3 – 5 servings.  To meet this need, consume 1 – 2…

  • Thirsty Thursday Healthy Cocktail

    Anti-Inflammatory Green Smoothie Many of our aches, pains, discomforts, and otherwise “icky” feelings are caused by inflammation.  Inflammation can affect nearly every aspect of our bodies, including weight gain, skin abnormalities, headaches, and depression. Fortunately, there are specific foods and spices you can consume to help alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Mix the ingredients listed below in your…

  • Chia Tapioca Pudding

    Is your sweet tooth itching for something sweet? Do you crave a sweet, healthy treat? Chia Tapioca Pudding is quick, easy, and healthy fix! Chia seeds are fiber-rich, containing both soluble and insoluble fiber. Translation:  Chia seeds will clean-out your gastrointestinal (GI) tract! But, beware, excess consumption of these little seeds might have a laxative effect! Ingredients 6 tablespoons:  Chia Seeds 3 cups:…

  • Be Happy!

    Will you be able to check-off these 3 items today?   Your body and mind will thank you! Be Active, Be Healthy, Be YOU!

  • Be Healthy Before Work

    5 Quick and Easy To-Dos’  Before You Walk Out the Door Each Day Drink warm lemon water Aids with digestion and cleanses your intestinal system  Move! Check out Sworkit at http://www.sworkit.com! Run, stretch, or perform yoga Need motivation?  Download the app, “Sworkit” to your mobile device. Starting your day with movement will clear your mind, relieve stress, and…