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To all my Family, Friends and Co-workers. Most of you know by now that I have been decorating my house at 68 Lewelyn Rd in Stamford Ct. for the past 31 years! I have GREAT news, my house has been picked to be on a Nationally Televised Christmas Light Show! So I want to invite…
Read MoreWhat Happens When You Consume TOO MUCH Protein?
Fats and carbs are unpopular macronutrients, while protein is the darling of dieters and the food industry. That’s why you’ll see many packaged foods boasting their protein content. A big debate over the years relates to protein consumption – is there an upper limit after which protein becomes detrimental to the human body? The evidence…
Read MoreWhat Are Healthy Carbs and Unhealthy Carbs?
What are healthy carbs and unhealthy carbs? Healthy carbs (or good carbs) include whole grains, beans, fruits, and vegetables. Healthy carbs are digested slowly, helping you feel full longer and keeping blood sugar and insulin levels stable. Unhealthy carbs (or bad carbs) are foods such as white flour, refined sugar, and white rice that have been stripped…
Read MoreWhat Greens and Vegetables should I eat?
Try to eat a rainbow of fruits and vegetables every day as deeply colored fruits and vegetables contain higher concentrations of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Add berries to breakfast cereals, eat fruit for dessert, and snack on vegetables such as carrots, snow peas, or cherry tomatoes instead of processed snack foods. Greens. Branch out beyond lettuce.…
Read More“Moderation” is Ineffective for Weight Loss
One of the most misused and least understood messages when it comes to weight loss is “eat in moderation”. A recent study concludes that moderation is not effective in helping people lose weight. To kick off, there is no standard definition of moderation as it pertains to food consumption. Moderation is a relative term, and…
Read More3 Things You Didn’t Know About Comfort Foods
As any dieter knows, when we get emotional, it’s easier to get tempted and eat something we’ll later regret. The temptation doubles when a comfort food is present. Here are a few things to know: 1. Men and women have different comfort foods. While women generally prefer snacks such as chocolate and ice cream, men…
Read MoreEating is an Important Part of Exercise
One of the most important things to do as part of your exercise routine is to eat as soon as you can after your training session is over. There is a window of opportunity that lasts between 20 minutes to an hour, depending which study you rely on, during which your body can reap the…
Read More5 Supermarket tips for your diet
Fooducate: Unless you are a hardcore organic or local foodie, chances are you do most of your grocery shopping in a supermarket. You may not know this, but a supermarket is a fascinating and intricate machine designed to get not only shoppers, but also food manufacturers, to part with as much money as possible. 1.…
Read More8 Brain foods to help you focus
Fooducate: Looking for something besides coffee to help keep your brain sharp throughout the day? Try one of these foods, which studies have shown to improve cognitive function. 1. Leafy greens In a 2015 study on older adults, those who ate 1-2 servings of green leafy vegetables per day had the cognitive ability of someone…
Read More3 reasons why your not achieving maximum results
Are you training smart? Whether you’re trying to drop a few pounds or looking to train for your first 5K, having the right plan will increase your motivation to reach your fitness goals. Most people join workout routines without any clue on how to achieve the best results. Gone are the days of just showing…
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