by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Jul 2, 2017 | Healthy Eating, Non-Alcoholic Summer Drinks, Thirst Quenchers
GINGER & HONEY ICED TEA Ingredients: 3 cups water 2 family-size tea bags 1/2 cup honey 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger 7 cups cold water lemon slices (for garnish) Bring 3 cups water to a boil; add tea bags. Boil 1 minute; remove from heat. Cover and steep 10...
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Jun 21, 2017 | Be Happy, Gardening, Holistic Health Tips, Spending Time in Nature
It’s not a surprise that many of us spend more than 90% of our time indoors. Since our culture is focused on technology, we spend a considerable amount of time on our smart phones, tablets, laptops, desktops…and not just for work, but also for entertainment (i.e.,...
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Jun 11, 2017 | New Year's Resolutions
It’s mid-June, and we’re approaching summer! I was just thinking…now would be a great time to check on those New Year Resolutions. You know, the ones we made around 6 months ago? Here are some resolutions I heard from friends and relatives during the...
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Jun 7, 2017 | Be Happy
Sometimes, we have to let go of everything we hear. You can be happy without seeking validation from others. Build friendships that are genuine. Don’t change who you are just to “fit in”. Life’s too short to try to make everyone like you....
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Mar 28, 2017 | Healthy Eating
Welcome back! March is National Nutrition Month®. If you missed “Healthy Dinner Ideas – Part 1”, which we shared last week, you can check those out by clicking here. Who said that making a healthy dinner needs to be boring? Here are some additional dinner ideas you...
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Mar 20, 2017 | Healthy Eating
When you don’t have time to cook, grabbing food “to go” might be more convenient. There are healthy dinner options you can choose from at the supermarket such as rotisserie chicken or sliced lean roast beef. I know things can get hectic, but have you considered making...
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Mar 15, 2017 | Uncategorized
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) analyzed pesticide residue testing data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration. The results listed below are in order of worst to best (lower numbers = more...
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Mar 8, 2017 | Healthy Breakfast, Healthy Eating
Did you know that eating a high-energy breakfast restores your body’s blood sugar and helps your body burn more calories? The problem is most of us don’t eat a good breakfast because we are rushing to get to work, or maybe dropping off the kids at school. Many of you...
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Mar 1, 2017 | Complex Carbohydrates, Holistic Health Tips
Both “simple carbs” and “complex carbs” are digested into the bloodstream as glucose which fuels our bodies for daily activity and exercise. “Simple carbs” are composed of refined sugars and contain no nutritional value which is why they should only be eaten...
by Edna Dimataga-Fernandez | Feb 22, 2017 | Fiber, Healthy Eating, Hypertension, Stroke
Did you know that a high-fiber diet can reduce the risk of stroke, hypertension and heart disease? Unfortunately, most Americans do not meet the recommended daily intake. For those under age 50, the Institute of Medicine recommends that men consume 38 grams of fiber...
