Archive for July, 2008

Ten Super Foods Series: More on Acai

You’ve been hearing and reading about this new-found wonder berry Acai on Oprah, from the internet, and in the health magazines. So you may be wondering how and where to get it.
In my previous post I described it and told you where it originates. Now let’s talk about the benefits of Acai.
Benefits

Plateau Problems?

While it may be frustrating, it is not uncommon to reach a plateau during any weight loss program, especially as you get closer to your target weight. Weight loss in any Diet is bound to slow a bit after the initial 3 to 4 weeks, but that’s fine in the long run because sometimes we [...]

Have a berry good summer

With summer officially in full swing, it’s time to enjoy that sweetest fruit of all – the berry. Whether you love strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries, the months from May to September offer an abundant harvest of berry goodness.
And best of all, fiber-rich berries are a delicious source of disease-fighting antioxidants. Here are a few [...]

5 ways to add healthy fruits and vegetables

Besides their abundance of vitamins, minerals, and feel-full fiber content, here’s another great reason to eat your five servings of fruits and vegetables every day: You’ll cut your cancer risk in half! The reason? Antioxidants! These powerful, naturally occurring nutrients boost your immune system and fend off cell damage! The Virginia Department of Health offers [...]