Category: Winter

30 Day Sugar Detox!

Around Valentine’s day, one of the “sweetest” days of the year, I finished a 30 day sugar detox. Even thought weight loss wasn’t the goal, I lost 7 pounds during these 30 days! I was really surprised because I really thought as a healthy, mainly whole-foods eater, that I did not eat a lot of sugar to begin with.  … Read more →

Terrific Turmeric

Turmeric root really is terrific! Not only is it a fabulous addition to cooking, it has been used in Asia for thousands of years for its’ medicinal benefits, as well as spiritual benefits. The root is usually dried and ground into a powder for easier use. Turmeric has an active ingredient called curcumin, which is thought to treat many ailments from the common cold, acne, liver… Read more →

Winter Warm Up

   Today I want to write about a winter activity that my family and I enjoy very much and its benefits. If you want to burn calories, get your cardio in, tone muscle,  work on balance all while having fun, then ice skating is the winter activity for you too! You don’t have to be able to skate like a hockey player or… Read more →