Spice up your Mexican dishes by making your own healthy homemade salsa, which will greatly reduce the sodium content. Also, make a healthier version by using fresh chili or jalapeño peppers instead of the canned versions. The canning process … [Read more...]
Delicious Guacamole – Use It Instead of Mayonnaise
February 22, 2010 by
This is my favorite guacamole recipe. Not only use it with Mexican food, chips, and main dishes, but also use it instead of mayonnaise on sandwiches and salad dressing. It's delicious and healthy, too. Tip: Use avocados slices or guacamole in … [Read more...]
Are Corn and Other Food Additives Causing Weight and Other Health Problems?
February 22, 2010 by
Research suggests the answer is, YES, when talking about processed foods! Just by cutting out many of the products with refined corn, switching to a healthier brand, or making the product myself, my husband and I started to lose weight. We … [Read more...]
Highly Recommended: The Omnivore’s Dilemma by Michael Pollan
February 22, 2010 by
If you want to become healthier or lose weight, or perhaps you are just interested in knowing more about what you are eating, I highly recommend The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals by Michael Pollan. This bestselling book has … [Read more...]
Welcome to Countdown to Fitness
February 21, 2010 by
My friend and I are starting this site as a project to not only see where we are in one year, but also to help the community. I used to be in great shape (a size 3/4), and I use to power walk 5 to 6 days per week, do karate 2 to 3 days per week, … [Read more...]