Items Tagged ‘Blog’

April 25, 2019

Black Bean and Avocado Enchilada

By Kate- Dietitian

Calories: 250 | Protein: 6.5g | Carbs: 30g | Total Fat: 12.5g | Fiber: 9g | Sodium: 255mg Yield: 6 | Serving Size: 2 tortilla wraps Ingredients 2 tbsp. canola oil 1 yellow onion, diced 2 Garlic Cloves, Minced ¼ tsp Oregano ½ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp chili powder ¼ tsp ground black pepper 1-1/2 […]

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Tags: Blog, Dietitian, Eat Well, Food, health, Nutrition, Recipe


March 22, 2019

EX4 Partner Metabolic Workout

By Tom Jorgenson

Get a taste (of sweat) of our EX4 Metabolic Conditioning workouts with this high intensity partner workout! Push yourself and your friend in this fun and challenging workout here! Questions about this workout? Contact Terri

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Tags: Blog, Cardio, ex4, get fit, health and wellness coach staff, metabolic conditioning, Movement Training, workout, Workouts


March 21, 2019

Kale and Mushroom Rice Bowl

By Tom Jorgenson

Did you now that kale and cabbage share the same “family”? Kale has been around for a long time, being popular in parts of Europe prior to debuting in the United States. There are various types of kale, with the curly dark green being a common type. Kale’s color, like other leafy greens, is an […]

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Tags: Blog, Eat Well, Fit & Flavorful, Healthy Eating, Nutrition, Nutrition Tip, Recipe, Recipes


March 20, 2019

Spring Greens Are Here!

By Tom Jorgenson

With spring upon us, you may be thinking about planting your garden or attending the farmers market for fresh produce. April’s produce of the month is leafy greens which are packed with nutrients like calcium, folate as well as Vitamins A, C and K. Think beyond kale and spinach and consider trying arugula, Swiss chard, […]

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Tags: Blog, Eat Well, Food, health, Nutrition, nutrition blog, Nutrition Tip


February 25, 2019

Kettlebell Circuit Workout

By The DAHLC

We understand you’re busy. We also understand your health is a priority to you. Get in & out of the gym in just 20 minutes with this Kettlebell Circuit Workout! Remember to start with a dynamic warm-up and end with a cool down.

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Tags: Blog, Kettlebell, Motivation, Movement Training, Workouts


February 21, 2019

Multi Grain Oatmeal

By The DAHLC

Whole grains are part of a healthy eating pattern providing important nutrients including fiber, vitamins, and minerals. As part of a healthy diet, they may help prevent disease, aid in weight management, and improve bowel function. Although many individuals consume grains, often whole grains are not selected. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends consuming at […]

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Tags: Blog, Eat Well, Fit & Flavorful, Food, Healthy Eating, Nutrition, Nutrition Tip, Recipe


February 18, 2019

Whole Grains 101 – Why Are They Healthier?

By The DAHLC

By Chris Chargo, St Marys Hospital Dietetic Intern Why are whole grains so important? This is a question that I get asked all of the time. Everyone knows that whole wheat bread is better for you than white bread, but a lot of people don’t understand why that is. Fortunately, it’s not  all that complicated. A […]

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Tags: Blog, health, Healthy Eating, Nutrition, Nutrition Tip


January 24, 2019

Mmm… Chocolate – It’s Good For My Health?

By The DAHLC

Mmm… Chocolate. We all enjoy eating treats and not feeling guilty about it, right? Well, did you know that small amounts of dark chocolate (1-2 squares) may be good for your heart, increase your mood, decrease your blood pressure and help you live longer? Cacao beans or the powder made from them are an ancient […]

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Tags: Blog, Fit & Flavorful, Nutrition, Nutrition Tip


January 22, 2019

Member Success: David and Janet

By Tom Jorgenson

After various attempts at dieting and exercising on their own, the lack of results had David and Janet frustrated and fed up. Searching for answers, Janet saw the advertising online for our Revive & Thrive program and thought, “This would be perfect for us!” With 8 grand kids, approaching retirement, and wanting spend more time […]

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Tags: Blog, Exercise, Member Success, Motivation, Move, Nutrition, revive & thrive, Revive and Thrive


November 13, 2018

Cranberries  – good for you and for making silly faces

By The DAHLC

Cranberries are in season! These small, round, bright red berries are bursting with… sour.  Yes, sour.  Let’s have more fun with the taste description and call it “wrinkle your nose tartness”.  Most commonly found in a sauce, dried, or as juice, cranberries’ sour taste is balanced with the sweetness of added sugar or other juices.  […]

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Tags: Blog, Eat Well, Fit & Flavorful, Healthy Eating, Recipe