It’s As Simple as Counting to Ten – By Becky Hand, Licensed & Registered Dietitian Thou shalt not force, bribe or coerce thy child to eat. Thou shalt set a good example by eating at least five fruits and vegetables, three whole grain products, and three dairy servings per day thyself. Thou shalt make mealtimes [...]
Duke’s Healthy Lifestyle Program
August 12, 2009 by ·
I meant to post about my daughter and my experience with Duke’s Healthy Lifestyle program yesterday, but it was a busy day around here. The intensive program is designed to help overweight children and their families. We are assigned a pediatrician, nutritionist, physical therapist, and working jointly with a psychologist. For the next 6 months [...]
Please Me Please!
August 10, 2009 by · Leave a Comment
Please my sweet tooth please! Just because you are trying to lose weight, does not mean you have to deprive yourself of everything. In fact, if you are trying to make a lifestyle change and want to succeed, you should allow yourself to eat those “forbidden” things every once in awhile. Looking for some low [...]
The Imagination is a Beautiful Thing
August 9, 2009 by · Leave a Comment
It is easy to allow your mind to think negatively about yourself. If you are not pleased with how you look every time you look in the mirror or when you get naked, chances are that at no matter what size you are, you will STILL feel negative about your image. If you are negative [...]
Stretch and Be At Peace
August 8, 2009 by · Leave a Comment
Starting the day with yoga is a fabulous way to jump start the body and the mind. It is also a great way to wind down and relax after a long day. But wait you say, isn’t yoga where you twist your body into impossible positions for long periods of time?! There is no way [...]
Transforming Me
August 7, 2009 by · Leave a Comment
Yes, I know it’s quite empty around here (unlike my tummy). Today I decided to create a new blog regarding my journey to a healthier, more fit, happier, and sexier me. I will be 32 this coming December and I feel as if I have let my life (and my body) just go. Time has [...]
