Compare Sugar Content to Beat Your Sugar Addiction

Weight in the belly is associated with increased risk of heart attack, diabetes, cancer.  That’s reason enough to kick sugar addiction.

Coconut and Canola Oils: Healthy or Not?

All heat-processed oils contain low levels of trans-fats, even olive oil.  But, canola oil has two to four times more of these trans-fats than olive oil.

Three snow covered mountain peaks

Hiking Anthracite Pass Trail in Colorado’s Crystal River Valley

There are many wonderful hiking trails in this section of White River National Forest, but the Anthracite Pass hike has taken a top spot on my list.

shadows of skinny, fat, and in between sized women

Why You Should Watch “Dietland”

Dietland delves into sexual violation and exploitation of females, and the story is not pretty.

Mug of pomegranate fizz with lime slice

Re-hydrate with Easy, Lower-Sugar, Classic Summer Drinks

Here are some of our family favorites that will quench your thirst.  An added bonus: they are easy to make, and they have a lot less sugar than store-bought choices.

Complete Your Exercise in 40 Minutes with the Jog Walk, No Gym Required

I’m the person who would rather curl up with a book (and some cookies), than get on the treadmill.  My doctors have told me that exercise is my medicine, and I need it every day.