Eat Healthy, Live Healthy!!!

September 1st, 2010

Please join me and my friends at Del Monte as we launch the Body by Bananas initiative in an effort to empower as many people as possible with all the tools necessary to Eat Healthy and Live Healthy!!!

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Fruits.com for many useful tips and an opportunity to win!!!

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I’m a Fan of Bananas!!!

September 1st, 2010

Selenium linked to reduced bladder cancer!!!

September 1st, 2010

Research has found an association between increased selenium levels and reduced bladder cancer (one of the most common worldwide) risk !

Selenium is a great antioxidant and is found in many foods including nuts and meats. One of the best sources is Brazil nuts!!!

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Join us for a weekend of fun and fitness!!!

August 31st, 2010

I’m excited to announce my newest wellness endeavor:  I’m going cruising aboard the Jillian Michaels Ultimate Wellness Cruise!  Sailing from Miami to the Caribbean October 21st through the 25th, this will be a wellness vacation that will help with the transformation into the new you.

In addition to leading group workouts onboard, I will doing intense and fun beach workouts.  While onboard, you’ll be able to gain knowledge from other health and wellness experts, including Dr. Katja Van Herle, Jo Ann McKarus, Paige Padgett, and fitness instructors Jeanette Jenkins, Steve Lee, Basheerah Ahmad, Madelene Karlsson, and Heidi Rhoades.  Oh, and Jillian will also be there?

With all of the encouragement and expertise on board, you’ll have the tools you need to transform, while on a vacation that will change your life.  Join me as I embark on this amazing journey with picturesque destinations, a healthy nightlife, the greatest wellness experts in the field, and the opportunity to take charge of your own life!!!

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Have you tried Krankcycle???

August 26th, 2010

Johnny G’s done it again!!! Krankcycle is the brainchild of Spinning founder Johnny G and it’s picking up momentum (pun intended) across the country!

It’s a great cardiovascular and upper body workout!!! Don’t be surprised by how difficult it feels at first. The fact that your arms are closer to your heart makes it a tougher  cardio workout…

Give it a try!!!

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Pharrell + Harley = Magic!

August 26th, 2010

Berry Smart!!!

August 26th, 2010

Studies have found that the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory effects of berries is beneficial in protecting the brain against age related disease / decline!!!

Not that I need a reason because I love berries but, It’s nice to know the food you consume has a very positive effect on your health…

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Del Monte Fresh Produce shoot…

August 24th, 2010

Eat Healthy! Live Healthy! Get ready for some really exciting things to come from the world leader in fresh produce, Del Monte!!!

Videos, recipes, chances to win $$$!!! Go to www.fruits.com to find out more…

Del Monte Fresh Produce

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SHAPE Magazine TRX…

August 23rd, 2010

Thoughts…

August 20th, 2010

Patience is the ability to let your light shine

after your fuse has blown.


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Get moving!!!

August 20th, 2010

Ok, if you think this looks life threatening, try not moving at all!!! New research shows that even light or moderate exercise  can substantially reduce your risk of early death!!!

Walk, ride a bike, do something! Although more physical activity is better, the benefits of even minimal amounts of exercise are still greater than none at all!!!

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Slow the aging process!!!

August 20th, 2010

Inflammation and free radicals accelerate the aging process! And are primary factors in age related diseases like heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cancers, Alzheimer’s etc… Inflammation and free radicals increase with consumption of “dead foods” nutrient deficient foods!!!

Eat live, organic foods from the earth and you will not only slow the aging process but  prevent many age related diseases and live with greater energy and vigor!!!

Go Live!!!

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Sleep!!!

August 16th, 2010

Here’s more great reasons to get your zzzz’s! Research shows that staying up late, (upsetting the body’s internal clock) might come with serious consequences for lipid metabolism!!! This is associated to your circadian rhythm being thrown off which results in high triglycerides (fatty acids in the blood), a risk factor for heart disease!!!

So it’s not just about getting your 7-8 hours of sleep but also when you get them that counts!!!

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L-arginine!!!

August 16th, 2010

L-arginine is an amino acid with many heart health benefits including health blood pressure!!! L-arginine is known to help with endothelial health for vascular function which leads to cardiovascular health.

L-arginine can be found in walnuts, hazelnuts, pecans, Brazil nuts, almonds, cashews and peanuts, among many others…

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Vegetable rich diets fight cancer!!!

August 11th, 2010

A cruciferous-rich diet has shown a reduced risk of many cancers!!! Cruciferous vegetables are also rich in antioxidants that help protect your body’s cells from damage…

In specific, broccoli is a great source of calcium, potassium, folate, vitamin A, C and fiber, they’re loaded with phytonutrients — a group of compounds that may help prevent chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes and some cancers.

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