I have never much liked water. It always tastes bland and uninspiring to me, so staying well hydrated has often been a challenge. There are so many reasons why drinking enough water is important from decreased cravings and mindless snacking to better health to better skin. But none of these was really enough of a…
It got hot today in DC and with the heat came the messages about remembering to stay hydrated. Hearing those reminders always makes me feel nervous about my water consumption. I don’t know about you, but for me, drinking enough water can be quite a challenge. We’ve all heard that we should be drinking 8…
Fall is one of my favorite times of year. I love the change in the light, the colors, the crisp air. I also love the produce: the apples, the squashes, the sweet and white potatoes. Unfortunately, though, I have also noticed that Fall seems to be a time of constipation. For my family and for…
These are all things that we know would make us healthier, but breaking out of our dependence on pre-packaged foods, take out, and sugar-laden beverages can be really hard. That is where taking advantage of the summer can come in. You may be saying, “But summer is the time to relax? It’s the time to…