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Eating and Energy

The journey continued….

As part of that discovery process I talked about last week, we took a hard look at the way nutrition plays a role in energy or rather the management of energy.  We had multiple sessions with a nutritionist and discussed eating as a strategy instead of eating as a habits.  An eating strategy is centered around maintaining a consistent glucose level - so you don’t over eat or under eat.  It’s all about fueling your body for optimal performance.  This morning Cheerios, and apple, and cheese are fueling me.  What’s fueling you?

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Posted by Jennifer Carey on Apr. 21, 2010

So A Journey Begins…..

Last month I had the great privilege of attending a two and a half day workshop called “The Corporate Athlete”.  In this workshop, I learned many things about myself, personally, professionally, and physically.  The outcome of all this “discovery” was a new “story” and an “ultimate mission”.  I will chronicle my progress in both my ultimate mission and my supporting “training mission” as a way to be both more transparent and really, more accountable.  I hope you enjoy my journey as much as I will.

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Posted by Jennifer Carey on Apr. 14, 2010

Scientific Support for Red Wine?!?

Recently I talked about finding scientific support for the consumption of dark chocolates, yummy, and now I have found support for the consumption of red wine (white wine as well)!  I think that if I look hard enough I might be able to find a study that says “Chocolate Chip Pancakes Cure Cancer”!  I’ll keep looking for that, but for now I am happy drinking my red wine and eating my dark chocolate.

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Posted by Jennifer Carey on Mar. 12, 2010

Scientific Support for Chocolate

As chocolate is something of a hobby for me and I always love it when I run across scientific backing for chocolatey goodness.  Recently, I ran across an article in the Harvard Gazette that says that chocolate, in moderation, can help reduce the risk of a certain type of stroke.  The study says it may be through chocolates positive effects on blood pressure and blood vessle flexibility that help reduce the risk of strokes.  All it takes is a few squares of dark chocolate per day.  That is a prescription I can really get behind!

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Posted by Jennifer Carey on Mar. 04, 2010

More Valentine’s Day Gift Suggestions

If you are still looking for the perfect gift for your special someone and didn’t find it in the last round of suggestions, I have a few more for you.

For the girl looking for the ring.

It’s always a good idea to remind your special someone why they are special to you.

Sometimes Valentine’s Day is a painful reminder of better times.  If that’s the case for you or “a friend of yours” you may want to check this out….

The Ex Block, not just a knife holder!

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Posted by Jennifer Carey on Jan. 25, 2010

Don’t Wait Until The Last Minute To Get Your Valentine Something Special

If you’re like me, you always wait to the last minute to find that perfect gift.  (That technically isn’t true, I am a habitual planner and always have my gifts in plenty of time.  But for the purposes of this article, lets pretend I am one of “those people”.)  To help you over that stressful hurdle, I have a few suggestions guaranteed to be adored or at least get a laugh.

This is a super sweet cherry necklace is a nice throwback and is perfect for Valentines age 13 - 16 and me.  I like it too! 

This little gem is for the more discerning Valentine and would be perfect for Valentines age 35 - 50.

A Valentine’s Day classic is now a perfume!  So if your gal is watching her waistline, this might be a suitable alternative.  I just hope it doesn’t smell like chalk.

Ladies, if you don’t currently have a special guy, you may want to purchase this for yourself.

If you don’t like these suggestions, you can go with the old standards; flowers, chocolates, dinner.  But what does that say about you?  Slacker.

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Posted by Jennifer Carey on Jan. 18, 2010

Is Kitchen Equipment Really The Way to a Healthier You?

There are a lot of articles out this week in preparation for the “New Years Eve” Resolution phenomenon.  Most have to do with the classic resolutions of losing weight or increased exercise.  While reading,  I ran across an article that said your kitchen equipment has a lot to do with your health.  They recommend you have the following ten items on hand.

1.  A Blender - I do not have one of these, mainly because I don’t really like frozen cocktails.  I guess I could use it for other things (like smoothies)
2.  A Cookbook - I do not have this either.  I mainly use recipe engines online to get ideas and recipes.
3.  A Crockpot / Slow Cooker - Finally!  I do have this and I use it.  I make a mean barbecue pot roast!
4.  A Grill pan - I have this too and have never once used it.  I cannot figure out what to cook on it that won’t be a gross mess to clean up.
5.  A Kitchen Scale - I always thought that my measuring cup would do the trick here… I believe that if I have to weigh it, it’s too much trouble.
6.  9 Inch Dinner Plates - Thanks IKEA!  I have those too.  What am I now, 4 for 6?  67% isn’t bad!
7.  Nonstick Pans - Unless you’re getting professional grade cookware, isn’t it all non-stick now?
8.  Rice Cooker/Steamer - I do not have this and really do not see a reason to get it.  The article says it saves time.  You know what else saves time?  Minute Rice.
9.  Spices/Seasonings - I will admit, I don’t have as many of these as I should.  In fact, I had to substitute maple syrup for vanilla extract this cookie making season.
10. Subscription to a specific magazine - I will not give you the name but you can follow the article link if you want to find out.

Based on this list, my kitchen measures only at 50% health capacity.  Hmm… Maybe I will buy that blender after all.

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Posted by Jennifer Carey on Dec. 30, 2009