Don’t label me

Don’t label me

At Aldi’s grocery store I was looking for canned fruit this week.  I like peaches, pears and pineapple and try to find ones without harmful additives or added sugar.  I struck out in the peaches and pear department because they either had artificial sweetener or...
Carrots and Celery. Fort Wayne Fitness Blog

Carrots and Celery. Fort Wayne Fitness Blog

For the last 10 years or so I’ve tried to eat differently to stay lean and healthy.  Avoiding processed food can be tough in our country and I have a strategy that is helping. One of the things I keep in my refrigerator at home and in my lunch pail in my car is...
A food storage tragedy. Fort Wayne Fitness Blog

A food storage tragedy. Fort Wayne Fitness Blog

I carry food in my car so when I get hungry during the day I don’t stop at fast-food restaurants. It’s healthier and less expensive this way. One of the foods I carry are nuts – almonds, pecans and walnuts. For the last 10 years or so, I’ve had...
My bread replacement for sandwiches.

My bread replacement for sandwiches.

Being a typical American, grains were a part of my diet growing up. I ate cereals for breakfast, sandwiches for lunch and various pastas for dinners. Other things were eaten as well, of course like meats, fish and vegetables. For the last 15 years I have been avoiding...
4 Ways Seniors Can Take Charge of Their Mental and Physical Health

4 Ways Seniors Can Take Charge of Their Mental and Physical Health

Guest blog from Jason Lewis. Certified Personal Trainer. Good health is a practice, not an accomplishment. This is especially true for seniors. Everyone, in general, wins with healthy lifestyle choices, but seniors in particular stand to benefit the most. Why is that?...