Spaghetti was my favorite dinner growing up and now a favorite with my kids as well. However, when you pick a white pasta off the shelf and cover it with conventional tomato sauce (filled with sugar and salt) it’s not as well balanced of a meal as you might think. We...
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Simple Tips to Stay Healthy on Your Summer Vacation
Do you have a summer vacation planned? Whether it’s a mini getaway here in Tennessee, or jetting off around the globe. . . A vacation should be a chance to relax, unwind, and completely enjoy yourself. But, how many vacations start out with the best of intentions and...
5 Areas That Must Move Better For You To Perform Better
Whether you work out at a gym, box, or your own garage, there are areas of your body that must move correctly and adequately for you to perform at your best. We see 5 common areas of tightness and movement limitation in our clients . . . the usual complaint is “I feel...
Friday Foodspiration: Super Low Carb Granola
Made with only nuts and seeds (no grains), this snack gets you your granola fix without all the carbs and added sugar. It’s yummy with milk, yogurt, or just by the handful!My kids love this and I’m glad they are getting loaded up on healthy fats and protein during...
Secrets to Recovering From a Hamstring Injury Like a “Pro”
Whether you are weekend warrior or competitive athlete, you are at risk for hamstring injury and you may never see it coming. But, when it happens . . . it sure is painful! A hamstring strain is usually sudden, with an immediate sharp pain in the back of the thigh....
5 Stretches to Improve Your Next Round of Golf
How would you like with to hit the ball father, straighter, and with more consistency? Since golf is a rotational sport, it requires both flexibility and strength to achieve the optimal swing. Loss of flexibility is one of the leading causes of injury in golfers. For...
Friday Foodspiration: Lean Beef Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff was a staple in my home as a kid. Remember that creamy sauce that dripped over egg noodles or seeped into rice. With a goal of eating mostly whole, non processed, anti inflammatory foods, I thought this meal was out of the question. . . But no. The...
Defy Aging and Reclaim Your Health With Phytonutrients
The only thing practically everyone agrees about when it comes to diet and nutrition . . . we need to eat more plants. It’s proven that eating more fruits and vegetables can reduce your risk for many known diseases such as heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer’s, cancer,...
Friday Foodspiration: Healthier Sloppier Joes
Do you have fond memories of sloppy joes from your childhood? It is the ultimate quick, tasty, family friendly weeknight meal. Unfortunately, that canned sauce is full of preservatives, sugar, and sodium. Let’s add some extra fresh veggies to a homemade sauce and make...
7 Secrets to Heal the Psoas Muscle to Stay Active and Pain Free
The psoas (so-as) is the only muscle that directly connects your spine to your lower body. It allows you to walk, jump, run, or stair climb. . . anything that requires you to lift your knee up toward your body. In fact, Runner's World reports that a runner will...