Quinoa, pronounced "keen-WAH" (if you have trouble remembering that, just remember it's the exact opposite of "Joaquin," which is pronounced "wah-KEEN,") is a whole grain that's gluten-free, and packed to the gills with iron, Vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium. It's a primo source of fiber, and it's rich in lysine, an amino acid that promotes healthy tissues. Quinoa is a [...] Read More
If you generally have all of the motivation of a cat licking its paws in a puddle of sunshine, sticking with a weight loss plan for the long haul can be a serious personal challenge - maybe the biggest one ever. Heck, it can be hard even if you're the most motivated person on earth and can talk yourself [...] Read More
If your teeth look like the keys of that old piano you saw in the junk shop last week, it's to your advantage to whiten those babies ASAP. Recent research from the universities of Central Lancashire and Leeds found that having white teeth makes you more attractive. The researchers liken our teeth to the tail of a peacock, signifying [...] Read More
It's the same every morning: Your alarm goes off at 6:30, and you hit the snooze button. Fifteen minutes later, you hit it again, and then again, and again, and again, and at 7:45, you leap out of bed like a bat out of hell with just 30 minutes to go before you have to walk out the door [...] Read More
Ugh stretch marks. Whether the result of pregnancy, a growth spurt, or even "putting on a few pounds", stretch marks are commonly seen after rapid growth or weight gain. As much as we hate stretch marks and find them quite unsightly, the good news is that there are smart things you can do in order to diminish the appearance [...] Read More
Your bedroom is supposed to be a haven, but the treadmill over in the corner, piled with clothes, only serves to remind you that you haven't stepped on said treadmill for at least three months. The deep red walls were supposed to make you feel like you were back in the womb, where life was much simpler, but they [...] Read More
When the weather starts warming up and you’re planning that pre-bikini round of HCG, remember that the outdoor grill can add so much flavor to your HCG meals. You can literally grill almost everything on the VLCD.Here are a few tips to get the most out of your grill on the HCG Diet:Marinate your 3.5 [...] Read More
You never thought you’d hear the day when doctors would tell you to hold back on the fruit — but they are when it comes to the "fruit" that comes in a glass. A recent study shows that the fruit juices we’re drinking could be doing more harm than good because of all the sugar [...] Read More
We all want to live a more healthy life, but good gosh it can be so expensive! Organic foods cost more than non-organic produce. Gym memberships and exercise classes can take a big bite out of your monthly budget. AND all-natural products might be a healthier option, but they too are pricier. Fortunately, several money-saving strategies can help you live [...] Read More
Cake is everywhere!!! Birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, and pretty much any other major celebrations have it. Unfortunately, high calorie counts and heavy trans fat loads come with many of the cakes served at these events. Boo! There IS good news though. You can substitute healthy, delicious alternatives for most any cake and most any occasion AND you won’t get kicked out [...] Read More