Peace and Fitness

Archives for April 2010

Food For Thought or Thoughtful Food

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"The doctor of the future will give no medication, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease." - Thomas Edison Thomas Edison.  Another genius.  Too bad we aren't quite there, yet.  Dr. Oz gets it.  Our brilliant cardiologist, Dr. Gary Garfield--he gets it, too.  He doesn't just talk the talk, he definitely … [Read more...] about Food For Thought or Thoughtful Food

The Incredible Shrinking People

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At this point of the Biggest Loser season, I would still love it even if we only got to watch the weigh ins.  They blow me away.  At 13 weeks into the competition the before and after images are UNBELIEVABLE!  But last night, the challenges were also great.  The pop-challenge of holding up the quarters was a great lesson in how heavy something can feel after holding it up for a … [Read more...] about The Incredible Shrinking People

Take 10

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I have lately been inspired by Tony Horton's 10 Minute Trainer.  It reminds me of a couple of cliches -- first that there is a lid for every pot and second that there are many roads that lead to the same destination.  While Tony's P90X has daily routines ranging from about 40 minutes to that grueling 92 minute yoga video, the 10 Minute Trainer is just that.  10 minutes each day … [Read more...] about Take 10

Fiber Up!

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Are you getting your 25 recommended grams of fiber each day?  Here's one chart you can refer to for some guidance.  It's not a perfect one, but the best one I could copy and paste with limited time this morning.  I love the La Tortilla Factory wraps Carolanne turned me on to.  For 80 calories you get a whopping 12 grams of fiber, half the days requirement.  When I fill on of … [Read more...] about Fiber Up!