Dec 01 2009
How did you do over the Thanksgiving weekend? Take time to weigh in. If you had not done as well as you had hoped, just remember that there are a lot more weeks that you can be successful. The holidays can put extra stress in our routine because we add more to do. Lack of [...]
Sep 04 2009
Although, I absolutely love fall but feel a little sad when summer ends. This past Tuesday on September 1st, I taught a cooking class titled “Great Grains” at the North Carolina Arboretum. I paired these grains with the last of bit summer’s produce. I made quinoa risotto with corn and tomatoes, a buckwheat pilaf with [...]
Jan 21 2009
How did you do maintaining your weight over the holidays? It is not easy. If you maintained, you did a really good job! Even if you gained one or two pounds, you can easily work to get back to your weight before the holidays. Now that you have survived the holiday season, it is now [...]
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Nov 12 2007
Thanksgiving is around the corner and whether you are the cook or the guest, there are many things you can do to lighten up the meal and make it a little healthier. Of all the things to be thankful for, good health is at the top of the list. Many of us are already there [...]
Oct 31 2007
The leaves in western North Carolina where I live are now a beautiful shade of gold, yellow, red and brown. No matter where you live I hope that you have the opportunity to enjoy the autumn in your region. It is a great time to get in some extra walking because the weather is not [...]
Apr 03 2007
Instead of high calorie beverages that are full of sugar, try herbal teas! Serve them either hot or cold. On a cool evening when I feel like having a snack, sometimes a cup of herbal tea can make me feel like I have treated myself to something special! Put it your favorite coffee mug or [...]