The Always Hungry Solution Plan, Developing Obesity, and Food Allergy Trends

Nutrition Corner

Medical experts said the rising trend in food allergies among children may be attributable to the more widespread prevalence of hay fever.

When it comes to supporting hormonal health—or any health goal, for that matter—we often talk about the best foods to eat. After all, “many hormones are impacted by diet, including insulin, cortisol, and reproductive hormones,” explains Casey Kelley, MD, ABoIM, founder and medical director of Case Integrative Health.

Recipe for The Day

I came up with this healthy summer recipe to show appreciation to all the teachers at my son’s school. The dish had to be as special as the teachers, who always go the extra mile for their students. I think this salad did the trick! It’s hearty, earthy, sweet and loaded with nothing but good stuff.

Lifestyle & Fitness Focus

9 Ways To Get Back On Track When You Hit A Plateau

• Take Responsibility. When you get off track, do you blame the track? Or do you understand the role of your own decisions and actions? Get on track by first realizing that you are the architect of your life.

• Connect With Your Purpose. Do your goals inspire you? If not, it’s easy to lose your focus. When you connect your goals to your ultimate purpose in life, you’ll get crystal clear on what you want to accomplish.

• Don't Let Self-Talk Derail You. We all have that little voice that says things like, “Just 10 more minutes of sleep.” Successful people know how to ignore this voice and stay on track. Eliminate this type of negative-self talk and instead use rituals like incantations to get in the right mindset.

• Create empowering habits. There are many empowering habits that can help you stay on track. Meditation is proven to help improve focus, promote productivity and reduce stress – all essential elements of reaching your goals.

• Use The Power Of Proximity. When everyone around you is laser-focused on achievement, staying on track with your goals doesn’t seem so hard. Surround yourself with ambitious people who will raise you up with them instead of holding you back.

• Learn How To Say "No." Are you letting other people’s goals throw you off track? Get on track by learning to say “no” and prioritizing yourself instead.

• Make A Plan. The key to success is to break down your overall dream into achievable, measurable SMART goals and then track your progress so you can hold yourself accountable – and celebrate your success when you reach a milestone.

• Take Action Every Day. Ultimately, rewards come in action, not in discussion. The time to take massive determined action is now.

• Feed Your Mind The Right Fuel. Just as you need to be careful about who you surround yourself with, you also need to feed your mind the right fuel.

Humility Makes You a Better Person (5 Action Steps You Can Take)

• Actively Practice Gratitude Towards Peers, Mentors, and Family. The people that you have surrounded yourself with your entire life have helped shape who you are today. Mirror their love and encouragement back to them on a regular basis.

• Work on Becoming an Amazing Listener. Other people have wisdom that you don’t yet possess. Always seek first to understand, and then be understood. And don’t brag, it never gets you anywhere.

• Pay the Support Forward. When your emotional well-being is overflowing because of others contributions to your character, there is a natural desire to want to pay it forward.

• Be Direct About Giving Credit Where Credit Is Due. Always be forthcoming and transparent about other people’s contributions to your accomplishments.

• Show Respect to Every Single Person That You Interact With. Treat every single person that you meet like family and it will make you a happier, and better person.

5 wholesome snack ideas for your next travel trip to avoid junk food temptation

• Grab some handy fruits and vegetables. Fruits like apples, bananas, grapes or oranges, as well as easy-to-eat veggies like baby carrots, sliced bell peppers and celery sticks, provide a satisfying crunch in addition to vitamins and minerals.

• Make your own energy bites to take with you. Energy bites, also known as energy balls, are small balls made of nutritious ingredients such as oats, nuts, seeds and dried fruits.

• Get yourself a cup of yogurt. When your snack options are limited, unsweetened yogurt is a great option, however it has to be kept cool to avoid spoilage.

• Save your nuts and seeds. Nuts and seeds are delicious on their own, but they also go well with dried or fresh fruit.

• Keep a water bottle on hand. Thirst is frequently misinterpreted as hunger. It is essential to stay hydrated because adequate water consumption plays an important role in improving overall metabolism within the body.

8 Ways to Safely Exercise When It's Hot Out

1. Get your indoor groove on. Hit the gym, join a fitness class, or even try out a new home workout routine. Experiment with dance-based workouts, virtual reality fitness games, or interactive exercise apps to keep your sessions fun and engaging.

2. Rise and shine for an early sweat session. One great way to beat the heat is by lacing up your sneakers and getting your heart pumping before temperatures reach their peak.

3. Go on aquatic adventures. Swimming offers another safe way to exercise, with a much-reduced risk of heat-related illness or injury.

4. Seek shady sanctuaries. If you've decided to brave the heat and exercise outdoors, there are still ways to limit your time spent in direct scorching hot sunshine. Find shaded areas like tree-lined trails or covered parks.

5. Dress for success. The right workout gear will also make a world of difference to your comfort and safety when you exercise on hot days.

6. Embrace the power of popsicles. Prepare some homemade fruit popsicles before your workout and enjoy them as a post-exercise treat. Not only will these icy delights help replenish your fluids, but they also provide a delightful burst of natural sweetness.

7. Stay hydrated and drink your electrolytes. When the temperatures are especially crushing, experts say it's crucial to bring your beverages so you can fill up before, during, and after your workout.

8. Listen to your body and know your limits. In order to exercise safely when it's hot out, it's also important to listen to your body. Gradually acclimating to your workout can help you stay more in tune with your own limits.

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