Tame that Bloated Belly

How’s your belly today? If you’re feeling a bit bloated, you’re not alone. There are a few different causes for bloating — like PMS, constipation, or gas — but the most common cause is simply a slow digestive system. Bad news, ladies: a slow digestive system is a common problem for women over the age of forty. If your puffed-up belly is making you feel uncomfortable and unattractive, here are some foods that can help! Combine your fibers. Studies have shown that eating two kinds of fiber together is the most effective way to keep things moving through your digestive … Continue reading

Confessions Of A Reformed Salt Addict

Did you know the average American eats two to three times the recommended amount of salt, every day? How does this happen? Easy. If you were to take an informal survey regarding what people watch more carefully: their cholesterol level, fat intake or sodium level, I’m sure you would find that most would admit they concentrate more on the two former than the latter. I, on the other hand, obsess about my sodium intake. When I trained for all of my marathons I carefully monitored my sodium intake, likewise when I was pregnant. Not because I have a medical condition … Continue reading