While many of us gravitate towards the gym or the treadmill during cold weather, getting outside for an occasional workout can help break up the monotony of winter. Safety is always the most important thing, so when the "polar vortex" sets in (as it has today), staying outside for any length of time is not a good idea. When the weather is less extreme, however, if you want to exercise outside, go for it! Keep in mind some of these winter exercise safety tips from Francisca

Although it's been discussed for decades, no one has settled the score on our biggest nutritional concern--coffee. News stories don't help the argument, with some hailing coffee as the best thing in the world, while others warn you to stay far, far away. So let's take a moment to settle the discussion. 1) Is coffee good or bad for you? 2) How much is too much? Caffeine is naturally found in coffee beans, some tea leaves, and cocoa beans. Coffee (which contains caffeine) h

You might have heard from your doctor, dietitian, or even recent news reports that we should all eat more fiber. But what exactly is fiber, and why does it sound so...boring? Fiber is an essential part of our diets that often gets overlooked. It is a type of carbohydrate that the body cannot fully digest, but that’s a good thing! The fact that the body can’t digest it means it keeps you fuller longer and helps keep blood sugar steady. However, increasing fiber in your diet c

Winter has officially arrived, and it is starting to get bitterly cold! When inches upon inches of snow trap us in our homes for a much-needed snow day, you might go to the crock-pot to make something warm to keep the chill away. Stews and soups have always been a favorite meal, and for a variety of reasons. Soup is great for anyone on a budget, for convenience in a busy life, or for big families with multiple mouths to feed. However, you might find yourself using canned so

January is Thyroid Awareness Month. Learn more about this little gland and its big effects from the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists and the American College of Endocrinology. For more information, visit Thyroid Awareness. #thyroid #HealthyHabitsLoCo #weight #weightloss

A big bowl of piping hot oatmeal is a great start to a cold day. Whole grain oats also provide many health benefits, including helping to lower cholesterol and control blood sugar. It's easy, however, to get into an oatmeal rut. Try some of these creative and healthy topping ideas from Cooking Light Magazine! Whether sweet or savory is your thing, there is something for everyone here. Celebrate National Oatmeal Month in style! #oatmeal #HealthyHabitsLoCo

Just like that, the New Year has taken off, and the gyms are fuller than ever! You might be starting a new workout routine and searching for a new diet plan to help shed pounds and tone up. The media would have you believe that there is a magical diet to help you get fast results, whether it's low carb/high fat, carb loading/carb restricted days, or the always popular, high protein diets. Diets high in protein are nothing new. You might even picture Rocky taking down raw egg

Did you make any New Year's resolutions? About half of us do, but more often than not, they don't stick. What can you do to make your 2019 resolutions more magnetic? Check out these tips from physician, author and mindful eating expert, Dr. Michelle May, M.D. #resolutions #newyear #weight #HealthyHabitsLoCo