Fitness & Love

By Ruthie Swedlund He said I was beautiful and he meant it. He said he loved me no matter what size I was, and he meant it. He has loved me through fat and fit and it’s hard to put into words what that means to me. I am blessed to have such a wonderful [...]

Break out the mistletoe!

It may be cold outside, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be HOT inside! Mistletoe is hanging girls and there’s no better excuse to make out with your man! Did you know that the mere act of kissing has huge health benefits and it’s not just your lips that get the full effect! A kiss [...]

Count your blessings

One of my favorite songs goes . . Are you ever burdened With a load of care, Does the cross seem heavy You are called to bear. Count your many blessings Every doubt will fly, And you will be singing As the days go by. What a beautiful message! I find myself singing this song whenever [...]

Halloween Candy – Not the Only Option

Dangers in Halloween treats can be obvious or easily hidden. Some parents don’t know about certain chemicals in Halloween candies until it’s too late! You don’t have to contribute. Be a little different and this year, instead of giving out candy to the trick or treaters, try a new approach! Temporary tattoos Stickers False teeth [...]

Teach Your Children to Wash Their Hands

Sure the media and even our own doctors will tell us we NEED the vaccines that they recommend to avoid catching the super bug, a virus, the flu or even the common cold, but there’s something so simple that you can do to avoid the flu without getting the vaccination! We all know we should [...]

Rules for staying healthy

Let’s be realistic. It really stinks to get in shape. It’s easier to be a chubbette. I would love to eat a beef taco right now with french fries. And I do allow myself to eat these things once in a while. But I am pushing forty. I just can’t eat everything I used to [...]

Summer Supers!

Ready to power up your summertime? Ready to fuel your summer fun? Check out these super foods that are great for summer! Lemons—add a slice to your water or make some fresh lemonade. Flavonoids found in citrus fruit have been found to help fight growth of cancerous cells and acts as an anti-inflammatory! Plus lemons [...]

Great foods to eat every day

* A fresh salad * Fruit * Fresh grilled or broiled fish * Fresh grilled or broiled chicken * Sweet potatoes instead of white * Homemade soup It’s okay to eat carbs just not too much. If you crave this food you should satisfy yourself or you will go crazy. I love my bagels. Instead [...]

Sugar, it’s whats for dinner

By Ruthie Swedlund Sugar, It’s what’s for dinner, breakfast, and lunch! Go to any grocery store and check out the label of products on any isle and you will find sugar, some plainly labeled, some masked with other fancy names. As a Mom of three, I was shocked when I realized really how much sugar [...]

Spring fitness tips

From Workout Essentials to Pantry Purges, Founder Lisa Druxman Advises on Shaping up for the Season At the first signs of spring, many new moms will emerge from their winter hibernation ready to resume outdoor workouts and reverse recent indulgences in cold-weather comfort foods. But a foray into post-baby fitness following a seasonal hiatus does [...]

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