The Food Pyramid used to be the standard nutrition guide introduced by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Divided into six horizontal sections containing images of foods from each section’s food group, it was updated in 2005 with colored vertical wedges that replaced the horizontal sections and renamed MyPyramid. MyPyramid was an abstract design [...]

Staying healthy and fit in summer can be a challenge. With summer vacations and lazy days, staying energized to fit in those workouts and pay attention to food choices may take even more effort. That energy you had at the start of the year to stick with your fitness program may have gotten off track [...]

One of the biggest excuses I hear for not exercising is “I have a lot of stress in my life right now.” Most people experience stress in life. Situations affect everyone differently and stress can occur from financial pressures, family matters, going to work, or feeling fat. Does this sound like you? If so, listen [...]

Think skipping breakfast is good way to lose weight? Think again! Skipping breakfast is like going on a long fast of 15 to 20 hours. This can lead to increased insulin response, increased fat storage, and ultimately, weight gain. Over 50% of people do not eat breakfast! All you breakfast haters need to change your [...]

You probably start each year promising yourself to get healthy. Just do it already. Good nutrition and staying active is the key to a healthy life. Here are 6 tips to improve your health. You can start today. It’s your decision. Boost your energy by cutting down on your daily calorie intake. Did you know [...]