The average American should consume about 2000 calories (2500 if living an active lifestyle) a day. However, it’s very challenging to discern what one serving is in a given meal, especially when foods are not packaged. Here are some tips. Fruits and Vegetables Aim to eat 2 cups of fruit and 2.5 cups of vegetables. […]
Power Lifting: Do the risks outweigh the benefits?
Powerlifting has gained monumental popularity over the past couple years for not only competitive powerlifters and bodybuilders, but in the general population as well. The rise in popularity for bodybuilders began in the mid 1960’s. Today, through the use of technology, powerlifting videos and instruction can be viewed by anyone. Powerlifting is a form of resistance training that involves […]
Eating Breakfast Before the Classroom or the Boardroom
The importance of eating breakfast for everyone in the family Whether you’re off to school or the office, starting your day with a wholesome breakfast is essential. It kick starts your metabolism and fuels your body with the necessary nutrients that it needs to function optimally; not to mention it sets a good example for […]