http://fitandhealthymomma.com Recipes, Tips and My Journey to Becoming a Fit Yummy Mummy Sat, 18 Apr 2009 13:04:13 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en by Nilda Rimes Yoga moves for kids are becoming increasingly popular in today's hectic lifestyle. Stress has infiltrated the lifestyle of both the young and old. Yoga is more recognized than ever as a way to promote a happy and healthy lifestyle. Today's families, as well pre-schools, ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/yoga-moves-for-kids-creating-happy-and-healthy-lifestyles/ by Ned DAgostino Adults are quickly learning what children have known for many years, that jumping on a trampoline is fun. But many adults are also starting to realize that trampoline exercises are also a great way to get healthy. Let's face it, most exercise routines quickly become boring. That's why it's ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/trampoline-exercises-a-healthy-alternative/ by Dave Owen I hear so many people discussing their quest for happiness and it bothers me. They're chasing after something that they will never capture. When we talk about "having happiness", we are talking of having things that will make us happy. We're saying when I get the house, the money, ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/happiness-is-a-verb/ by Jimmy Warren Considering the fact that metabolism takes a dip from the age of 40, burning calories seems to be one thing most important in everyones minds, at least for now. Yet one thing a lot of people forget is some people are able to burn a lot more calories ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/easy-ways-to-fuel-your-metabolism/ by Joan Handers Looking for a way to bring smiles to your family's faces? Aromatherapy offers many wonderful means of naturally uplifting the emotions, and one of the favorites is Bergamot essential oil. Its bright, sweet and tart aroma is loved by all ages. The oil is gently pressed from the ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/beutiful-bergamot-aromatherapys-favorite-antidepressant/ by Richard Belton Using a treadmill can be a quick and simple way of getting fit, whether you use a machine designed for home use or whether you use a machine at a gym. But, the key thing to remember here is that you will only get out what you put ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-treadmill-workouts/ by James Redder Emotional and physical symptoms are part of a panic attack which is just another part of an anxiety disorder. Of all the medical problems a person can have, a panic attack is probably one of the most intrusive. Scientists have discovered that a gene dubbed DUP25 is carried ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/effective-panic-attack-information/ by Irene Mmari We intend to show you in this article how meditation can help alleviate pain - in fact you could even get rid of pain by using certain yoga techniques. The great thing is that they are not terribly difficult to do nor are they tough to pick up ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/use-the-following-meditation-techniques-to-loose-up-stress/ by Bethany Jordin When you or someone that you love is suffering from anxiety, it can feel as though your whole life is falling apart, or that you are spinning out of control. Anxiety is a very pervasive problem, and when you find out that it can strike at any time ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/a-natural-anxiety-remedy-is-it-the-right-choice-vs-prescription-medication/ by Dr. George Best Many sufferers of anxiety, panic attacks, and panic disorder have tried to control their symptoms with medication, but unfortunately, this is not an ideal solution. For the majority of people, the commonly-prescribed medications don't fully control symptoms, and side effects ranging from mild to severe are ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/handle-panic-attacks-disorder-without-drugs/ by Lucille Green Although exercise is essential, to stay healthy you need to adopt a healthy diet course of study. If you don't want to see yourself having those creases on the skin especially on the face just like what most people have, there are quality foods which can fight lines ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/wrinkle-fighting-foods-eating-healthy-to-reduce-wrinkles/ by Jennifer Summers Few people know this but there is a right way to wash your hair to get it properly clean. And by washing your hair properly will have a great impact on the bounce and shine of you hair. But the chances are very high that you are probably ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/the-proper-way-to-wash-your-hair/ by Dan Solaris The primary reason a lot of people decide to start working-our regularly is to lose weight and tighten their bellies. A less than solid stomach is a sign of lack of exercise and having a potbelly is one of the most potent confidence busters a person can get. Most ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/6-pack-abs-core-based-exercises/ by Lucille Green You would be astounded to discover just how many individuals think that the best way to lose weight is by going hungry and while this does work in the short run, you will not find one physician that would ever recommend this severe course of action. Health weight ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/healthy-weight-loss-and-dieting-tips/ by Errol Gollands The South Beach Diet is a diet well known for being followed by many celebrities and is frequently linked to other low-carb diets, most of which have received considerable bad press. It is important whilst following the South Beach Diet that you follow the basic rules of the program ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/celebrity-diets-that-work/ by Lindelwa Laz A yeast infection can be caught without being in contact with an infected individual. There are a number of possible grounds of yeast infection. Among the possibilities include using oral contraceptives, taking oral steroid hormones, being premenstrual, being a diabetic, using applications like soap, douche, hygiene products, and ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/the-role-of-yeast-infection-and-your-diet/ by Pat Walker Looking for an exercise plan that is easy to maintain, will keep you in shape and can be fun for the whole family? If so, you should check out the benefits of bike riding. Getting in a good bike ride as a family can do wonders for your ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/bike-riding-as-exercise/ by Thong M. Dao If you're hoping to lose fat, there's a pretty good chance you've tried a lot of methods. Unfortunately, the vast majority of people who are unhappy with their bodies don't succeed in their fat loss goals. That's because they're often using gimmicky weight loss plans that ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/7-fat-loss-tips-to-get-you-on-the-right-track/ by Dave Kool Omega 3 fatty acids are a family of unsaturated fatty acids that our body can't produce. Omega 3 is essential for brain functioning and also for growth and progress of the body. As our body can't produce it so we require food to develop these fatty acids. Fish ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/why-omega-3-is-essential/ by George B. Siba PMS is a collection of symptoms taking place with a cyclical pattern and related to the menstrual cycle. These symptoms can get in the way with the quality of life of everyone involved. PMS is common among most women. This is an explanation of what it is, ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/tips-to-help-you-heal-your-pms/ by Brenda I. Minica When you are looking for a popular essential oil with many uses you will find Lavender among the top competitors. Lavender oil is an essential oil obtained by the process of distillation from the small blue-violet flowers of certain species of lavender. It can take over a ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/use-of-relaxing-lavender-essential-oil/ by Stephen Jablonski Stress and anxiety are on the rise; we live in a busy-busy world so it's no wonder. And more and more people are looking for help coping with the extra stress. It used to be that prescription drugs were the first choice because they produced such fast results. ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/fight-anxiety-and-panic-with-natural-stress-relief/ by Lucille Green People who suffer from migraine headaches feel like this problem is impairing their strength and vitality. Migraine headaches and stress are considered by some to be two sides of the same coin. Still, even now, science does not fully understand migraine, its causes or what can remedy it. Migraines ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/whats-the-best-medicine-for-migraine-headaches/ by Paul J. Easton People now prefer natural anti-inflammatory to treat their health problems. There are also many options for treatment. They are well available online and even at your local health products store. Listen to the cues of your own body. Keep a diary. Take note when the inflammation occurs. Detail ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/how-the-natural-anti-inflammatory-treatment-works/ by Ellen Valentine, CNC Have you ever wondered why some children see doctors more frequently, are on antibiotics many times in a years time and yet never seem well? Simply put, medications are suppressants that dull symptoms without getting to the root cause of a problem. They also compromise the body's ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/medicate-your-childs-simple-cold-think-again/ by Rita Goldman I bet you didnt know that cancer cells feed on sugar in order for them to survive. This fact was part of the discovery of Dr. Otto Warburg about cancers biochemical cause way back in the 1930s. He pointed out several things that differentiate normal cells and cancer ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/stop-feeding-sugar-to-your-cancer-cells/ by charlie reese Whether you're trying to lose weight, formulate a healthy diet plan for your heart, diabetic or any other health condition, you're well advised to be proactive on your own behalf and find out just which foods contain nutrients that help you attain better health. While your doctor will ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/healthy-diet/ by Foong The super grain Quinoa is still not a common food but there is a reason why this native of South America used to be called the 'gold of the Incas'. This grain has many health benefits and has the most complete protein compared to any other grain. It also ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/taking-a-look-at-healthy-quinoa/ by Viliam Kanis Brought to you by Pulse Heart Rate Watch. If you are willing to lose 10 pounds there are several things that you ought to have in mind besides the fact that you need to give up fat foods and do physical exercise. First of all, stop taking weight ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/lose-next-10-pounds/ by Frances Norah Smith I don't need to tell you how much workouts are important for fast weight loss. However, if you don't do the following three things, your workout sessions would just prove to be a waste of time. Let me tell you about the top three things you should ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/top-3-fat-burning-techniques-to-help-you-get-rid-of-fat-quickly/ by Stephan Thomlinson Pregnant women require more support as well as more room in the bed. Unfortunately their bed may have been extremely comfortable before the pregnancy, but as each trimester passes it may become unbearable. A pregnant woman need her sleep and therefore extra car should be taken to help ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/pregnancy-and-sleep-what-you-need-to-know/ by Christoph O Conner Green tea is a great addition to any weight loss plan. It not just a beverage anymore. Green tea has several benefits inlcuding the may antioxidants it contains. Along with the antioxidants, green tea also speeds up a persons metabolism which greatly helps with loosing weight. Exercise and ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/healthy-tea-and-loosing-weight/ by Ethan Beh All of us know that laughter is good for us. We've heard it being repeated over and over again about how laughter promotes good health, emotional well being etc. But do we actually know how laughter specifically benefits us? Two of the most significant benefits of laughter are ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/why-we-should-laugh-and-smile/ by Katie A. Price Coronary Artery Disease is commonly known as Heart Disease or Atherosclerosis. In coronary artery disease, plaque builds up inside the arteries. These plaques are formed by fats and cause the arteries to harden. The deposits are made of fat that came from the food that we eat. ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/coronary-artery-disease-what-you-need-to-know/ by Peter Albertonach Youve got dry skin, but why. What dry skin causes could possibly do that? Dry skin, its quite a scourge especially as you grow older. But what causes dry skin and what can you do about it? There are a wide range of factors that can produce dry skin. ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/heres-7-dry-skin-causes-and-treatments/ by Frances Norah Smith No I am not insane. If you want to keep the weight away, you not only required to plan your regular food intake but also by how much you would be overeating. After all, no matter what you do, you won't be able not to overeat anyway, ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/how-to-overeat-during-vacation-and-still-keep-the-pounds-away/ by Lindelwa Maseko With the right recipes, even if you have diabetes, it does not mean you cannot enjoy good food, it just means that there are a few limits. Being in control of your diet is a good thing whether you have diabetes or not, and it can reduce the ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/a-look-at-diabetic-low-fat-diet/ by Bi Kun tan Increasingly, patients in the west are becoming familiar with ancient Chinese and Indian medicines, one example of which is acupuncture. Unfortunately, most people seem to think of acupuncture only as a last resort, although the World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes it as a primary cure for ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/is-acupuncture-right-for-me/ Image via Wikipedia Everyone has heard breakfast is the most important meal of the day. That is true, but even more important is having a healthy breakfast every day. Eating foods filled with sugar and artificial colors is not going to do anything to get your body off to a good ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/healthy-breakfast/ Image by criana via Flickr With all the different diet crazes around it's sometimes hard to figure out what healthy meals consist of.  Do you eat carbs, no carbs, low cal, low fat? It's all so confusing! Well I have found a very simple way to put together healthy meals. It's ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/healthy-meals/ My husband is not a big fan of chicken breast. In fact, he doesn't really like them at all. He thinks they are dry and much prefers higher fat dark meat. I have been searching for some easy, basic recipes that fit in with the Fit Yummy Mummy plan. I find ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/easy-chicken-recipes-easy-chicken-piccatta/ Is it possible to eat healthy fast food? The busier we get the more it seems there just isn't enough time in the day.  How many times have you gotten to the end of the day and thought, "what's for dinner?"  It's in that moment we choose between grabbing something ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/healthy-fast-food/ It's been over two years now since I gave birth to my daughter. I had some belly fat to lose before I became pregnant, now there is even more. I have been trying to lose belly fat all my life it seems, but since giving birth it's become a mission. I ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/how-to-lose-belly-fat-the-right-way/ If you saw Oprah today, you probably saw Dr. Oz making this crazy green drink.  He says it provides you with 5 servings of vegetables all at once! Oprah was very nervous to taste it, but exclaimed ~ pleasantly surprised: "It's a glass of fresh" So, here's the Green Drink Recipe 2C spinah 2C cucumber I ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/dr-oz-green-drink/ I have a hard time getting my hamstrings stretched out. So when I do lunges I have some serious pain for days afterwards. It gets me frustrated and generally makes me want to work out less and less. I do love Yoga, and I got this video in my inbox this ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/have-you-ever-worked-out-with-frogs/ There are seven reasons why many people—maybe even you—fail to lose weight no matter how hard they try. Fortunately there are seven fixes that can help. Try them today. Reason 1: You’re thinking short term. Secret Fix 1: Think long term. Many people see weight loss as being “for the wedding,” “for ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/7-reasons-why-you%e2%80%99re-not-losing-weight/ Being positive is something that you should always do. The laws of attraction shows that being positive can help you achieve any goal that you may have. If you are serious about doing something, you need to be aware of what the law of attraction can do for ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/how-the-law-of-attraction-can-help-you-lose-weight/ by Sydnie Andrus It is scary to think about the number of pollutants and toxins that we come in contact with on a daily basis. Although our world is full of these harmful substances, we now have the knowledge to remove toxins from our bodies and avoid long-term illnesses that toxins ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/detox-your-body-in-a-few-minutes-a-week/ Is something I still need to learn. :) Yesterday was a mess. It was Hanna's birthday. I started the day off right with a good breakfast, however, the rest of the day escaped me.  Between getting Hanna down for a nap and up from her nap and getting the men away ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/sticking-to-the-plan-through-special-occassions/ I received a comment yesterday that my morning meals might be a little low in protein. I could probably do a little better in that area, and today I did in fact. Sometimes I just hate to cook in the morning. I suppose I could add some nuts to ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/fit-yummy-mummy-day-5/ Chicken with Artichokes and Pasta What you need: 1 jar of mushroom and onion spaghetti sauce (watch out for high fructose corn syrup) Boneless skinless chicken breast chopped into chunks you can get away with less than 1 per person 1 jar roasted red peppers, sliced and drained 1 large jar artichoke hearts (drained and ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/a-couple-more-chicken-recipes/ Here it is, a brand new fit yummy mummy day! I am still really sore, from my tuesday workout. Dang, I didn't realize just how out of shape I am!! I may not get my workout in today, but I am staying right on track with my food. I have not had a ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/fit-yummy-mummy-day-4/ I'm pretty sore today!! wow. Definitely my muscles are letting me know I used them yesterday. :) That's a good thing. Yesterday I got all my meals in, and managed to get my workout in as well. I didn't get the last meal written in last night, but it ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/fit-yummy-mummy-day-3/ Yesterday went pretty well. Hanna was in a seriously BAD mood. She refused to nap, so I didn't get my workout in. I think I need to make a plan for an alternative cardio workout when she doesn't nap. (The machine is in the basement which is not a ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/fit-yummy-mummy-day-2/ Last night I made Hawaiian Burgers for dinner. We had sweet potato "fries" and a mango and pineapple fruit salad with it. It was my first try at Hawaiian Burgers and they were really good and well received by the family. Thought I'd share the recipe with you.  I was talking ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/hawaiian-burgers-recipes/ Today's the day! The first day of becoming a fit yummy mummy, and the first day of the rest of my life!! I've been doing the preparations for this day for the last few. I got a handle on the food, made a list, went grocery shopping yesterday. ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/fit-yummy-mummy-day-1/ I am working on rereading the Fit Yummy Mummy guide and getting my meals planned for next week. It will be week one and I think it's going to be tough enough to fit 6 meals in everyday, I want to make sure I'm prepared and don't have to ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/if-you-fail-to-plan-you-plan-to-fail/ Chicken Cordon Bleu 4 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup diced low fat boiled ham 1/2 cup shredded low fat Swiss cheese 1/8 teaspoon minced garlic 2 tablespoons white wine salt/pepper to taste 8 oz. plain low fat yogurt 1 tablespoon milk 1 cup crushed seasoned bread crumbs Combine ham, Swiss cheese, garlic, wine, salt and pepper in a bowl to ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/chicken-cordon-bleu-delicious-chicken-recipe/ Here it is May 1st. I'm off on a new adventure, to become a fit yummy mummy. Hopefully it is an adventure that will last a lifetime. First off a little about me and why I started this project. I am 37 ~ just turned yesterday ~ and the ... http://fitandhealthymomma.com/hello-world/