You probably have heard a lot about eating raw veggies and how healthy they are. While it’s true some raw vegetables provide more nutrients than cooked ones do for some nutrients, cooking enhances other nutrient content. Cooking may destroy natural enzymes, but it’s also easier to digest. Some vegetables simply don’t taste good raw, either. […]
At Habitat Health and Fitness in Lakeland, Florida, FL, I get a lot of clients at that ask, “Should I push myself or pace myself?” There’s no answer that fits all situations. If you’re just starting a fitness program, pushing yourself too hard can actually cause a set-back. On the other hand, not pushing yourself […]
If it were just a matter of cutting out the added sugar in coffee or opting out of that candy bar after work, cutting down on added sugar wouldn’t be a problem. However, today sugar is in everything. In fact, each year the average American consumes approximately 152 pounds of sugar in a year. That’s […]
New clients at Habitat Health and Fitness in Lakeland, FL, ask me about sugar substitutes and artificial sweeteners. It’s normally in response to the initial cravings of giving up sugar. Choosing to opt for an artificial sweetener may mean you’re loading up your body with chemicals and that can be as bad or worse as […]
We’ve all seen the run on toilet paper and the problems after a storm that might make you want to stock up on healthy food staples. Stocking up is good when prices are rising, especially if you find some that are bargain priced. Start with canned goods. Not all canned goods are unhealthy. Even green […]
There are many reasons people love being part of the family at Habitat Health and Fitness in Lakeland, FL. Getting responsible answers in almost any area of fitness, either directly or in a blog is one. I’ve been getting quite a few questions about the difference between coconut water and coconut milk, and if coconut […]
IBS— irritable bowel syndrome—causes abdominal pain and changes in your bowel movements that include constipation, diarrhea or both. It all depends on the type of IBS you have. Other symptoms include the feeling you haven’t finished in the bathroom, even though you just went, bloating and white mucus in your bowel movements. It can cause […]
At Habitat Health and Fitness in Lakeland, FL, identifying the causes of preventable health issues and making lifestyle changes to avoid future damage, can boost health and vigor. One common problem faced by many people is consistent high blood pressure—hypertension. About 45% of all people have or will develop it. It’s a silent killer, because […]
Exercise is king at Habitat Health and Fitness in Lakeland, FL. However, when you eat healthier and consume foods that give you more energy, not only will your workout be better, so will all aspects of your life. Foods that give you energy aren’t sugary treats that spike your blood sugar momentarily and then plunge […]
Your calorie intake and energy expelled determines whether you gain weight, lose weight or remain the same. If you eat too many calories, your body stores the excess as body fat. If you eat too few, your body breaks down body fat or muscle to supplement your needs. Eating the right amount to balance calories […]
