Rules of Thumb and Tips for Busy People

I was talking with one of my clients the other day about her progress in the program and how she is doing in general. She began to tell me all the things that are going on in her life. She’s in school getting her PhD, she has a 6 year old son, and she works. She has all the duties that come with being a mother, she has one year left in school so she’s writing and teaching and she’s … [Read more...]

Do You Believe in Magic?

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Yesterday my daughter lost her first tooth.  You would have thought she won the lottery.  She knew the fairy tale about the tooth fairy and she was more excited than if it were Christmas.  She came running to me when I picked her up from school smiling to show me the void in her mouth.  The first thing she said was, “the Tooth Fairy is coming!”  As soon as we got home she was telling me, … [Read more...]

What’s it Worth To You?

Everybody wants to be successful no matter what it is they are doing.  Whether it’s raising a family, obtaining a degree, getting promotion at your job or weight loss everybody wants to see some type of results for the effort that they put toward whatever goal they have set.  My question to you is what are you willing to give up to get there?  In order to be successful you will have to … [Read more...]

Sleeping Less Linked To Weight Gain

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ScienceDaily (May 29, 2006) — Women who sleep 5 hours or less per night weigh more on average than those who sleep 7 hours, according to a study to be presented at the American Thoracic Society International Conference on May 23rd. The study found that women who slept for 5 hours per night were 32% more likely to experience major weight gain (defined as an increase of 33 pounds or more) and … [Read more...]

The Benefits of Massage

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How is your stress level these days?   Did you know, that some stress is actually ok? However, when stress gets to the unmanageable level, it can start creating problems in the body. Massage is one of the most beneficial ways to mentally and physically relieve stress. We all know that getting a massage feels wonderful, but has anyone ever told you about the healing benefits associated … [Read more...]

10 Best Foods for Your Heart

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Simple food choices go a long way when it comes to your heart's health. Focusing on fresh foods full of heart-healthy fats and antioxidants can decrease your risk of developing heart disease and cut your chances of a heart attack. These 10 foods will help keep your ticker in top shape. Oatmeal Start your day with a steaming bowl of oats, which are full of omega-3 fatty acids, folate, and … [Read more...]

Be The Healthy Role Model For Your Family

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Childhood obesity, underage drinking, smoking and failure to exercise are all concerns for parents these days. If you want your kids to adopt a healthier, wiser lifestyle, you are going to have to show them the light. Children often learn best by example. Lead and they will likely follow. How can you set the example and get them off on the right foot if your habits aren’t that great? Consider … [Read more...]

Think Before You Eat for Murrysville Weight Loss

If you learn to think before you eat, you will achieve Murrysville weight loss by making the right choices.  When you eat foods simply because you like them without regard for their nutritional content, it is easy to choose foods that are not good for your body.  Losing weight doesn’t have to be a traumatic experience when you learn how to choose healthy and tasty foods with high nutritional … [Read more...]

Keeping Off the Pounds You Lost with Murrysville Weight Loss

Everyone who cares about Murrysville weight loss has heard of yo-yo dieting where you lose weight and then slowly (or quickly) put the weight back on and then lose it again and so on.  It is unhealthy to treat your body in that fashion, and it puts a lot of stress on your organs and cardiovascular system.  In fact, you can do permanent damage to your body’s ability to maintain … [Read more...]

Managing Fitness And Diet: Good Calories Vs. Empty Calories In The Battle For Weight Loss In Murrysville

When trying to achieve weight loss in Murrysville, gaining a balanced diet can be confusing.  There is a lot to include and there are real moderated needs for protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and even calories.  As most people know, quantity of calories is a major concern; but then, calorie quality is important, too. Good Calories, Bad Calories All calories are not created equal; … [Read more...]