St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner and Cherie Calbom, author of Sugar Knockout, offers us some fabulous ways to ditch the sugar but still enjoy something yummy and sweet! St. Patty’s Green Smoothie Supreme 1/2 ripe avocado 1 medium-ripe bananas, fresh or frozen 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries 2 large handfuls baby spinach 1 large kale leaf, chopped 1 small handful parsley, chopped 1 1/2 cups unsweetened plant milk or coconut water 1 tablespoon hemp … [Read more...] about Cherie Calbom: Ditching the Sugar for Something Yummy and Sweet
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Dealing with Allergic Rhinitis and How Otrivin Can Help
Hypersensitivity of any type can lead to dysfunction of mucous membrane of nose. This happens due to limited flow of air going through nasal passage. One of the most severe issues of this kind is allergic rhinitis. This condition is an inflammation of airwaves, during which your body is affected by one or more of the following symptoms: nasal congestion, watery secretion and sneezing, itching, nasal obstruction. You may suffer from additional, secondary symptoms such as throat irritation, … [Read more...] about Dealing with Allergic Rhinitis and How Otrivin Can Help
ZPump Fusion Coming March 10 from Reebok
Y'all know that I love the Reebok line. I am super excited to tell you about the upcoming launch of the Reebok ZPump Fusion. Reebok is seriously "stepping up their game" with this line, because the ZPump Fusion allows you to customize the fit so running will never be the same. @Reebok ZPump Fusion is the shoe that adapts to you. Available March 10th. Sign up to get one of the first pairs. March 10th is right around the corner, so you need to mark your calendar and stay tuned for more … [Read more...] about ZPump Fusion Coming March 10 from Reebok
Guest Post: Finding Sports Gear for Less
With the crazy amounts of snow, sleet, ice, and freezing rain that has bombarded the United States this year - I know that, like me, you are dreaming of warmer temperatures and getting you and your brood out of the house. Time to break the cabin fever for good (for a few months anyway) and enjoy the sunshine! Today's guest post is from our friends at Frugaa, and they are going to get you out of those four walls you are trapped in, get you out, get your kids active, and give you a chance to save … [Read more...] about Guest Post: Finding Sports Gear for Less
What’s Leafy, Green and Has Its Own Holiday? Kale!
Today is National Kale Day and we're sharing some awesome leafy goodness with our readers today! (and yes, I totally stole the title of this post from Abe's Market where you can find tons of great products with kale in them for you and your family - shameless plug because clicking on the links below will earn me a few cents if you make a purchase from Abe's Market or Amazon) Kale Is a Superfood The benefits of including kale in your diet are immeasurable. It's low in calories (only 36!), high … [Read more...] about What’s Leafy, Green and Has Its Own Holiday? Kale!
Abe’s Market Nominated for Small Business Influencer Award; Offers You a FREE E-Book of Superfood Breakfast Recipes
I'm thrilled for Abe's Market. Want to know why? Their affiliate program has been nominated for a Small Business Influencer award for awesome growth! Woo hoo! I love the folks at Abe's Market, and that they are offering YOU a free e-book of Superfood Breakfast Recipes to celebrate is just the way that they roll! About Abe's Market In case you didn't know, Abe's Market is THE online marketplace for great natural products. They connect people like you and me seeking some amazing … [Read more...] about Abe’s Market Nominated for Small Business Influencer Award; Offers You a FREE E-Book of Superfood Breakfast Recipes
Viatek Jet Fryer Giveaway Ends September 15
Each year, more and more people are finding healthier alternatives to their family favorites. Ours is no different! With a family who loves fried everything - this can be a bit difficult to find that wonderfully crisp fried taste in a healthy alternative. So I am pleased to bring our readers this Jet Fryer Giveaway! Viatek Jet Fryer Giveaway Hosted By: Holiday Contest and Sweeps Co-Hosted By: Here We Go Again,Ready? | Deliciously Savvy | Peanut Butter and … [Read more...] about Viatek Jet Fryer Giveaway Ends September 15
Dieting Without Losing Flavor: 6 Healthy Alternatives to Ice Cream
Lets All Scream There is probably nothing worst than craving something you know you can't have, and while there doesn't seem to be any correlation between food deprivation (i.e. through dieting) and food cravings, it is a fact that food cravings exist. In most cases, it's anxiety, stress, or an emotional response that creates the food craving. Regardless of the reason, they can be overwhelming. The most overwhelming, in most people's opinion, is the craving for ice cream. A single, 1/2 … [Read more...] about Dieting Without Losing Flavor: 6 Healthy Alternatives to Ice Cream
Keeping the Next Generation Active – The Best Outdoor Sports and Activities for Your Kids
Though we won't stoop to hyperbolic scaremongering here, it cannot be denied that our nation’s children are nowhere near as active as they used to be. You could put this down to the rise in home entertainment (video games in particular) and the ever-growing paranoia of parents who have been told by the media to never let their children out of their site, but the sad truth is that we're just not encouraging our children enough to enjoy physically active lives. Years ago, … [Read more...] about Keeping the Next Generation Active – The Best Outdoor Sports and Activities for Your Kids
Finding Success with Nutrisystem the Second Time Around
I must admit something here. I was terribly unsuccessful with the Nutrisystem diet program the first time around. I gave it a try, I really did. But looking back on it, the stress in my life was really getting in the way of me thriving on this diet. I tell you all this in the hopes that you won’t fall into the same traps that I did, and also that you won’t be discouraged from getting back on the wagon if you seem to fail. There’s no reason to be ashamed, I have learned. If you … [Read more...] about Finding Success with Nutrisystem the Second Time Around
Is Weight Watchers Working Too Slowly?
Many people who have been overweight for years falsely assume that when they finally commit to a program like Weight Watchers and put all their energy into it, the pounds are probably going to fall right off. What I want to share right now are some important tips about being very patient with your body when you start something like the Weight Watchers program. There are a number of reasons why patience and self-love are going to improve your chances of losing more weight and losing it for … [Read more...] about Is Weight Watchers Working Too Slowly?
