Author: cbeckett3
My Smoldering Metabolism…Can the Fire be Stoked?
Whether you’re a man or woman, one morning you may wake up and think, “Where did my metabolism go?” Has the fire gone out? Is it even possible to get the smoldering ashes to burn again? or is it an inevitable part of aging?
I recently had that conversation with myself. Continue reading “My Smoldering Metabolism…Can the Fire be Stoked?”
Product Review: Fitbit Charge 2
Updated June 2018
I’ve had my Fitbit for about 4 months now, so I thought I’d let you know how it was working out. Perhaps you are considering a fitness tracker. Should you bother getting one?
The Charge 2 tracks activities, health and food. You set your own goals and it will remind you to meet them and cheers you on when you do. Continue reading “Product Review: Fitbit Charge 2”
Product Review: Health-Ade Kombucha
After learning and writing about kombucha, you know I had to check it out for myself. My daughter has been drinking it for a while and enjoys it. Continue reading “Product Review: Health-Ade Kombucha”
Simple Sweet or Savory Hand Pies
Reminiscent of the Pop Tart or Hot Pocket, these hand pies make great little snacks or meals. I was surprised how easy they are to make. Continue reading “Simple Sweet or Savory Hand Pies”
What is Kumbocha?
What is This Kumbocha Stuff?
Kumbocha is fermented tea. It usually consists of tea, water, sugar and SCOBY. Continue reading “What is Kumbocha?”
What’s Your Motivation?
Making healthier choices is about motivation. Maybe it’s about healthier eating, losing weight, quitting smoking, exercising more, praying more, being more positive, more thankful, etc. The list can go on.
Here 3 motivation polls. Whether or not you are motivated to make healthier changes, share what makes you tick. No one will know, it’s anonymous. Continue reading “What’s Your Motivation?”
Fiber Explained
What is Fiber?
Fiber, sugar and starch make up total carbohydrates. Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that does not get fully digested in the digestive tract and therefore it is generally not absorbed by our bodies. Continue reading “Fiber Explained”
Product Review: Ronzoni Gluten-Free
Finding a good gluten free noodle is difficult. The texture is a little off. Continue reading “Product Review: Ronzoni Gluten-Free”
Healthier Chocolate Mousse
This is a chocolate mousse recipe using healthier ingredients. Avocados are a power house of nutrients. Continue reading “Healthier Chocolate Mousse”
Savory Vegetable Smoothie
When you don’t want something sweet. A fun way to down some vegetables. Reminiscent of V-8 juice, but better. Continue reading “Savory Vegetable Smoothie”
Holiday/Winter Weight Gain. Let’s Avoid It.
Did you know that most people report gaining about 5 pounds during the holiday season, between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day?
A study in the New England Journal of Medicine states that poundage is over estimated. Continue reading “Holiday/Winter Weight Gain. Let’s Avoid It.”
Peppers and Planks 