Archive for April, 2013
Obesity Is Color Blind
Today, the National Institutes of Health estimate that 65 percent of adult Americans are overweight with more than 9 million at least twice their ideal body weight (100 pounds heavier than they should be). A growing national epidemic, obesity rates have more than doubled in adults and children since the 1970’s. April is National Minority […]
From Smoothies to Gardening, 5 Tips for a Healthier, Green(er) Lifestyle
If you didn’t get your fill of green on St. Patrick’s Day, April offers up a whole new reason to “Go Green” with Earth Day on April 22. Let’s also take a look at how you can go green with your weight-management efforts while also improving your overall health: Green your diet. Plant-based nutrition from […]