When you hear the term 4G you might think it’s in relation to the speed of a phone, but that’s the exact opposite of what I mean when I say I’m a member of the 4Gs. As a member of the 4Gs, I’m a dedicated walker. Four generations of active family members who realize that walking is key to a healthy lifestyle. There’s my 85-year-old mother, 63-year-old me, my 33-year-old
I was having a conversation with a friend recently about what it’s like to be a parent. He has older children, so he’s a little ahead of the game compared to me. We were talking about how difficult it is to make the transition into parenthood — how it’s such a big lifestyle change; how suddenly you have this little human who is completely dependent on you for every need,
When your desk is in order and schedule is up-to-date, your work is likely more effective, efficient and of higher quality. The same goes for your diet. When your meals and snacks are organized, it’s easier to make nutritious choices. Here’s how to organize three main components of your life in order to make healthful eating easier. Your schedule: Although it might sound funny to schedule your meals and snacks,
Think back to the last time you danced. Not a little side-to-side swaying when you’re in a good mood, but a full-body boogie that put a smile on your face, put your arms in the air and allowed all of your inhibitions to melt away. Wouldn’t it be great to do that every day as a form of exercise? Well, dancing is a bona fide weight loss workout-in a fitness
The question that I am asked all the time by my friends who know I am a food blogger is: “How do you stay so thin with all the food you cook?” It is a complete mystery to them. We eat what I cook. Food isn’t thrown away. The mouths in my home, including mine, enjoy the recipes that I cook, and as a Together CountsTM ambassador, it is really
It may be no surprise to learn that American’s waistlines have been steadily expanding in recent decades – more than 35 percent of Americans are obese, and 70 percent are overweight. Twenty percent of children in the U.S. are estimated to be obese. We’re taking the steps to involve as many stakeholders as possible to create the solution, from parents and schools to food and beverage companies, retailers, non-governmental organizations
When evaluating your food choices, do you stick to a standard menu of options or do you try new foods? Many of us fall into the first category, especially as we enter our adult years. We get used to eating a certain way, and it’s hard to try new flavors and cultural aromas that are unfamiliar to our palettes. Keeping an open mind about the foods you eat allows you
Raising kids on the Jersey shore, where the day can change from sunny to GRAB THE FOOD and RUN FOR THE CAR in a matter of minutes, planning out our summertime activities really depends upon the weather – not to mention, my willingness to battle the shore traffic – so, I’ve learned to NOT make any definite plans. Give a kid a patch of grass, a sprinkler, some dish soap
As the temperatures climb, and kids head out doors for playtime and team sports, remember that hydration is an important part of the energy balance equation. Plain drinking water is a clear choice for proper hydration, but it’s not the only option. Beverages such as milk, juice, sports drinks and soft drinks, —and even foods such as fruits and vegetables—help meet the body’s water needs. Your kid’s daily hydration needs
For many people, a trip to the grocery store can seem like an overwhelming task. With so many different foods to choose from, it can be hard to determine the best options for building a healthy diet for yourself and your family. Key to any healthy diet is maintaining Energy Balance—the principle behind Together Counts. To do this, shoppers will want to learn to balance calories consumed through food and
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