• Carbs for Breakfast? You Bet!

    Posted on March 29th, 2011

    Need a change from your typical a.m. steel cut oats?  Barley is a best keep secret when it comes to losing weight, feeling full, and increasing your energy.  If you want to be successful at weight loss - especially as you age - the best thing to do is eat fiber-rich foods and load them up with antioxidants.  This week’s recipe of the week delivers!  Try this Warm Barley Cereal with Dried Cherries and start your morning off singing the song. “I got the power!”

    Here are some substitutions and variations to keep you honest and:

    • Pinch of Stevia instead of sugar
    • 1/8 teaspoon of Kosher salt
    • 1/4 of dried fruit (less is more) such as raisins, cranberries or apricots

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  • 4 Moves for Amazing Arms!

    Posted on March 24th, 2011

    As you enter your 40s, your arms can start to take a new shape - “bat-wings.” Unfortunately, arms, especially your triceps are one of the top areas where fat accumulates as you age. Get a jump-start on sleek arms by adding these moves to your workout. In this circuit workout you’ll [...]

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  • Power Hour Shake for Busy Moms

    Posted on March 12th, 2011

    I’m always on the run, especially during the school week.  It can be tough to eat something healthy but here’s a tip when you don’t have time to eat - drink your breakfast!  So the next time you’re on the go, try my morning power shake; it travels well and taste great!
    Power Hour Shake
    3/4 cup [...]

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  • 5 Tips to Lose the Last 10 Pounds!

    Posted on March 10th, 2011

    Here’s the scenario; you’ve almost reached your weight loss goal  and you have the last 10 pounds to lose.  All of a sudden, four weeks later the scale still hasn’t budged.  You’re doing everything right like eating well and exercising.  You may feel discouraged and even opt to settle on being a little heavier.  Where [...]

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    Posted by valerie