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Relaxation & Exercise: August 2006 Newsletter

Happy August! I hope this note finds you enjoying a fun and relaxing summer filled with family, friends, and of course…delicious, healthy food! I’ve recently upgraded the Healthy Endeavors newsletter to this easy-to-read format. I hope you’ll enjoy this month’s articles focused on nourishing your body with water (are you really drinking enough?) and relaxing [...]

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Let Me Help You Stock Your Kitchen!

You can’t cook a healthy meal if the ingredients aren’t in the kitchen! Need some help stocking up your kitchen and making healthy choices? Want to learn the ins and outs of buying whole foods? Need to learn the difference between collard, mustard and turnip greens? I’ll meet you at your local health food store [...]

Filed under: Food Shopping, Services

Classes: Healthy Living 101

Healthy Living 101 Starts Wednesday, September 27!
Are you convinced that it’s impossible to lose weight and keep it off? Do you think getting and staying healthy has to be difficult and filled with frustration? Think again! Enhancing your health isn’t about going on a diet or a quick fix; it’s about making simple and lasting [...]

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Recipe: Ginger Drink

Recipe #2 of the Month: Ginger Drink
Prep Time: 7 minutes.
Cook Time: 24 hours.
Yields: 6- 8 servings.
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh ginger root, 2 liters water, juice of 2 limes, maple syrup or agave nectar to taste. Directions: 1. Thinly peel the fresh ginger, grate and mix with water in a large sauce pan. 2. Bring to [...]

Filed under: Beverages, Hydration, Recipes, Summer, Water

Recipe: Sun Tea

Recipe #1 of the Month: Sun Tea
Prep time: 2 minutes.
Cook time: 24 hours.
Yields: 2 liters.
Ingredients: 3-4 tea bags of your choice water. Directions: 1. Fill an extra-large mason jar with lid with water, add 3 or 4 of your favorite tea bags. 2. Place in sun for one full day and let the shining rays [...]

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Getting Enough Water in the Summer

Most of us are aware of the importance of drinking enough water. Getting our daily requirement of water helps our organs perform their functions, keeps our skin clear and hydrated, and allows physical action in our bodies to flow smoothly. Even with this knowledge, it can still be challenging to drink all the water our [...]

Filed under: Hydration, Water

Enjoying the Outdoors Through Relaxation and Exercise

Summer is often a time for serious play, time off and deep relaxation. Many of us use the summertime to rebuild our reserves for the rest of the busy year. In our work-crazed society we can lose sight of the benefits of slowing down and taking time to rest. Now that summer is in full [...]

Filed under: Energy, Exercise, Outdoor Activities, Relaxation