Archive for July, 2009

It occurs to me that smores have no place on a 'Health & Wellness' blog, but it's summer, so what the heck.

Congratulations to Camilla, who has won our July 22 contest by telling us about her favourite decadent summer dessert.

Camilla says:
"Smores over a fire pit!!"

Mmm, smores: The gooey fireside delicacy enjoyed at camps and cottages all summer long. No dessert is more summery. And if you’re looking for an excuse to enjoy one, August 10 is National Smores Day, so get your roasting sticks ready.

Camilla wins a copy of Dr. Will Clower's book The French Don't Diet Plan: How to eat rich foods for effortless weight loss - and never diet again!

Have you entered our July 29 contest yet?

Feel the power of 10 with 10 of our finest health stories, each offering 10 tips to help you reach your health & wellness goals:

1. 10 foods that will help you lose weight
2. Top 10 ways to fight stress
3. 10 ways to sneak exercise into your day
4. 10 good-for-you eating strategies
5. 10 simple ways to get more energy
6. 10 secrets of longevity
7. Eat to be 10 years younger
8. 10 tips for healthy eating on a budget
9. 10 ways to keep your portions under control
10. The top 10 anti-aging superfoods

The sun is shining. Your waistband isn't cutting off your circulation for once. Your face is actually showing signs of a tan. The dishes are done, the kids are busy and your favourite show is just about to start. Plus, the week is almost over and there's still a whole bunch more summer left for you to luxuriate in.

Life is pretty good. You're feeling pretty good. But could you be feeling better?

That's the question James M. Rippe, M.D., asks in his book High Performance Health: 10 real life solutions to redefine your health and revolutionize you life. In his book, Rippe lays out a 10-step blueprint for wellness, including:

• Eating to fuel performance
• Connecting with your body and mind
• Establishing a time for solitude
• Embracing active rest principles

For a chance to WIN a copy of High Performance Health, just Subscribe To This Blog and post a reply telling us about something that's going well in your life right now.

You have until Wednesday, August 5, to let us know about something that's making you feel great these days. I'll announce the winner here on Thursday, August 6.

Summer is in full swing and it's likely impacting your penchant for gracious living and fine food. There's something decadent about a bright, sunny summer's day, something celebratory that lures you into a holiday mindset and tempts you to ditch your diet and embrace a newfound, seasonal joie de vivre.

If only there were a decadent way to diet.

Well, that's what is promised in Dr. Will Clower's book The French Don't Diet Plan: How to eat rich foods for effortless weight loss - and never diet again!

Wow. He's certainly got my attention with that title: Don't diet. Effortless. Rich foods. Weight loss. Never diet again. Exclamation point.

Anyway, in his book, Dr. Clower shares 10 simple steps that he claims will help you stay thin for life. More importantly, he claims butter, cheese, bread and chocolate are "health foods" that keep hunger at bay. The book also includes dozens of recipes for too-good-to-be-true health foods like creamy alfredo sauce and hot artichoke-cheese dip.

Want to try your hand at this delicious and decadent weight loss plan? For a chance to WIN a copy of The French Don't Diet Plan, just Subscribe To This Blog and post a reply telling us about your favourite decadent summer dessert.

You have until Wednesday, July 29, to let us know. I'll announce the winner here on Thursday, July 30.

Can you believe July is more than half over? It feels like the summer is slipping away! Here are some of our most popular articles on how to maximize your energy. Hopefully, they'll help get you moving so you can make the most of your summer.

8 exercises that will boost your energy

10 simple ways to get more energy

Nutrition tips to boost energy levels

Eating for energy

5 secrets of high energy women

What's your energy-boosting tip? Post a reply and let us know.

Yeah, even though they're under 300 calories, you still have to keep an eye on that 'portion control' thing.

It's worth being wary of salads, especially those served in restaurants where you can't control the ingredients and the portions are often better suited to a family of four rather than a single, weight-conscious individual.

If your salad contains cheese, ham, bacon bits, egg, and/or giant croutons, all slathered in a creamy dressing, it could also contain more calories than a burger.

And, really - wouldn't you just rather have the burger?

I would, but without the guilt. With that in mind, here are six great recipes for burgers, each less than 300 calories.

Chipotle Turkey Burgers
234 calories

Tasty Extra-Lean Burgers
235 calories

Smoky Barbecue Burgers
278 calories

Green Pepper Burgers
299 calories

Herb and Spice Lamb Burgers
251 calories

Bulgur and Mushroom Burgers
220 calories