October 2009 Blog Posts (87)

Dear Coach - What is the Mind-Body Connection & Can it Help Me Lose Weight?

Dear Coach:

Can you help me understand more about the whole “body-mind” connection idea? I was in a conversation with one of my dear friends and she told me her mother had cancer, but that she had a miraculous “healing” by utilizing her mind to heal her body. I have always been fascinated by things like hypnosis and mental powers over matter. Can you use it to lose weight, for instance?

"In wonder" in Ohio

Dear “In… Continue

Added by Rev. Dr. Christina Winsey on October 4, 2009 at 12:12am — 1 Comment

HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT THE EASY AND HEALTHY WAY

THAT'S MY BEFORE PICTURE!

I am a 3 time, 20 year, breast cancer survivor and put on a lot of weight due to hormonal changes, etc. My goal was to be in the best shape of my life when I turned 50. I had gained a substantial amount of weight and due to menopause, had a difficult time taking it off. That is, until I was introduced to Take Shape for Life. I lost 35 pounds in 3 months and achieved my goal as I turned 50 in May of this… Continue

Added by Bonnie Schiavone on October 3, 2009 at 11:30pm — 1 Comment

Avoiding the Swine Flu – The Natural Way

A flu shot isn't the answer to avoiding the Swine Flu, no matter how many time you hear that suggestion.

The key to avoiding the flu or any illness from colds to allergies is to build a strong immune system. Our own immune system is stronger than any vaccine or medicine that we can create in a laboratory. So here are key things to do – and things to avoid.

Do:

1. Eat a healthy diet, filled with vegetables, fruits, quality protein, and whole grains. Learn to love your… Continue

Added by Renee Masters Alvarado on October 2, 2009 at 1:00pm — 1 Comment

Zero Waste - Is It Attainable?

The topic of Zero Waste was discussed at a class I recently attended. Not having heard the term before, I found the concept to be very interesting. The discussion in the class was enlightening and inspired me to do some additional research.

Following is one of the definitions of the term found on a recent internet search:

“Zero Waste is a philosophy and a design principle for the 21st Century. It includes ‘recycling’ but goes beyond recycling by taking a ‘whole system’… Continue

Added by LillyF on October 1, 2009 at 10:53pm — 1 Comment

RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Tiramisu

I don't know anyone who doesn't love Tiramisu. Now you can make your own at home! When we made this dessert in the Intermediate Techniques class at Publix Apron's Cooking School, we added Kahlua to the syrup which I highly recommend. Find other uses for this syrup, too...like over ice cream!

Serves 8 –10

Ingredients:

Espresso syrup:

2 oz. Sugar

2 oz. Water

6 oz. Espresso (coffee)

2 oz. Dark… Continue

Added by Amy Warren, LMHC / WQ Mag Columnist on October 1, 2009 at 12:00pm — 4 Comments

Social Etiquette Tip of the Week - Wait Your Turn!

Why does waiting in line bring out the worst in some people? We spend a great deal of our time waiting in lines: at the bank, at the grocery store, at the post office, at the airport, at red lights, and scores of other places. For such a common daily occurrence, why is it that many people still cannot adhere to some simple courtesies while waiting in line?

"Wait your turn" is something we are all taught as children. It's a simple way of showing consideration for those around you…be… Continue

Added by Maria Brady on October 1, 2009 at 11:30am — 3 Comments

Letter to the Editor -- Sarasota Herald Tribune re: "In Switch, North Port Gets County Tourism Seat"

I submitted the following in a Letter to the Editor regarding an article in the Sarasota Herald Tribune (SH-T) on September 30, 2009:

In switch, North Port gets county tourism seat | HeraldTribune.com | Sarasota Florida | Southwest Fl

I found the quotes in the article really humorous, in a macabre way.... hmmmm, guess Sarasotans haven't noticed that we… Continue

Added by Wendy B Namack, CFP® on October 1, 2009 at 7:35am — 2 Comments