5 natural ways to improve women’s health

By admin | Published January 18, 2016

Egg health

Getting pregnant can be frustrating when it isn’t happening as easily as planned. There are many reasons you could be dealing with a difficult pregnancy. There are many factors that play into health including blood circulation, stress and hormonal balance. For improving blood and oxygen flow, try to get some sort of exercise whether it is yoga, running or simply going on a brisk walk at least three times a week. Stress can also play a very important factor. Find ways to de-stress with meditation practices, acupuncture and deep breathing. continue reading »

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7 Steps to Detox After the Holidays

By admin | Published December 21, 2015

Get rid of leftovers

The holidays bring delicious homemade food, and along with that come the leftovers. Holiday leftovers can be just as good as when you cook the meal the first time and become a tempting go-to snack. Time to let go. Toss the leftovers, they most likely aren’t the healthiest dishes and it’s time to start fresh.

Stay hydrated

Most Americans do not drink enough water, and there is no better time to start than now! Fill up your glass at least 8 times a day. Some find it easier to carry a water bottle throughout the day to remind yourself to keep hydrated. Staying hydrated can flush out toxins and detox your body, as well as keeping you feeling good. continue reading »

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Ways to Eat Without Overeating this Holiday Season

By admin | Published December 7, 2015

Moderation

We’ve always the heard the saying to enjoy everything in moderation, and that is definitely true when it comes to holiday foods. Don’t try to deprive yourself during the holidays, it most likely won’t go over well. Having an extra holiday treat here and there won’t kill you. You’re allowed to indulge a bit, just keep portions small when it comes to holiday desserts and make sure you limit how often you eat them. Going the whole season without any treats is cruel and will most likely end in binging later, so have your guilty pleasures, just keep them in moderation. continue reading »

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Steps to Stay Smoke-Free

By admin | Published November 16, 2015

So you’ve quit smoking, or maybe you’re trying and not sure how long you will last. Either way, quitting is not easy, and staying smoke-free in the long term is even harder. You may have periods of time when you’re feeling confident and a cigarette is the last thing on your mind, or you may all of a sudden have intense cravings. Below are some ways to help keep you smoke-free for a better, healthier life. continue reading »

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Thai Roast Chicken Soup

By Linda Robinson-Hidas | Published November 9, 2015

Thai Roast Chicken Soup
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Recipe By: Tom Hidas
Serving Size: 2

Ingredients:

1 quart chicken stock
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 ounce rice wine
1 teaspoon sugar
4 ounces dried rice noodles, soak in hot water 30 minutes
2 chicken thighs
1/2 tablespoon mushroom soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon five spice powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 tablespoons oil
cilantro
scallion
mung bean sprouts

Directions:

Toss the chicken with the mushroom soy sauce. Mix the salt and 5 spice powder together then sprinkle it onto the chicken thighs. Roast the chicken in a 400 degree oven until done (thermometer should read 165 degrees). When cool enough to handle, dice the chicken

Heat the oil in a small frying pan over gentle heat add the minced garlic and fry until the garlic turns golden brown. Immediately transfer the garlic oil into a bowl.

Bring the stock with fish sauce, rice wine and sugar to a boil. Drop the drained rice noodles into the simmering stock and cook for 30 seconds.

Distribute the noodles into 2 bowls add the stock, the diced chicken and mung bean sprouts. Garnish with the cilantro, scallions and the garlic oil.

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