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Be Mindful, Lose Weight
Mention the word “mindfulness” and many people will find their imaginations conjuring up images of monks meditating in a Zen monastery. Not a bad vision. However, mention mindfulness and weight control and many people start crinkling their eyebrows: how could such a sedentary practice ever help people lose weight? A pertinent question indeed, but a closer […]
Continue readingExercise: Lose Weight AND Lose Stress
The majority of people who exercise have a very specific goal in mind: maintain or lose weight. But weight loss shouldn’t be the only reason you do yoga or Pilates—the benefits of exercise go beyond the physical to the mental: exercise can help you destress. The mind and body are intimately connected and mutually influential; […]
Continue readingToo Sweet to Be True: The Dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup
You may be one of the millions (perhaps we could even say billions) of people on this earth who has an insatiable sweet tooth. If this is the case, then the myriad of saccharine delights that high fructose corn syrup provides may seem like a dream come true. But, if you are health conscious or […]
Continue readingThe Power of Garlic
Did you know that garlic is a natural weight loss assistant? Did you know it has powerful antibiotic and antiviral properties? Many people don’t realize that the garlic they use to season their food is a powerful weapon against weight gain and illness. Four amazing facts about garlic vis-à-vis health and wellness: Garlic is a […]
Continue readingDelicious Mild Beef Curry
Mild Beef Curry Why head out for oily curries when you can cook a delicious low fat version at home? Servings: 6 Prep time: 20 mins Cook Time: 60 mins Ingredients canola or olive oil spray 750g lean diced beef 1 onion, large, chopped 2 tsp minced garlic 2 tsp minced ginger 1 tbsp curry powder […]
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