Breakfast Tomorrow: Healthy Smoothie

smoothieMornings in my house can sometimes resemble a carnival. Four people going in four different directions can be very challenging and exhausting. To be honest, many times I find myself sitting at my desk with a rumbling stomach and waning energy by 10:30 am because I haven’t had time or completely forgotten to nourish myself. A healthy smoothie can be the answer.

A few months ago, I decided to make a conscious effort to make a healthy breakfast. About three times a week, I make a healthy smoothie or energy shake. It tastes great, is packed with nutritional goodness, and provides me with energy that lasts me through the morning.

Another benefit has been that my kids and husband love it. So for those mornings that are extra busy, the smoothie gets poured into a to-go cup and we can have breakfast on the way to school, daycare or work… and no need for a drive-thru!

I vary what I put in my shake depending on what fruit I have in my fridge or freezer, but the basics are the same.  Continue reading “Breakfast Tomorrow: Healthy Smoothie”

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Tired? It May Be Anemia

fatiqueDid you know that anemia is the most common form of malnutrition found in women of all ages? Anemia is caused by reduced levels of hemoglobin, which is the iron-containing protein that is responsible for delivering oxygen to the cells. When hemoglobin is low, the body is unable to burn off the sugar to produce energy.

Symptoms are varied and ranging and can include, weakness, vertigo, headache, tinnitus, spots before the eyes, loss of libido, amenorrhea, drowsiness, irritability and sometimes changes in behavior.

There are different types of anemias, and the treatment depends on its cause and severity.

 

  • Aplastic anemia is a rare condition characterized by low levels of red and white blood cells and platelets.
  • Hemolytic anemia occurs because red blood cells are destroyed in the liver and spleen faster than they are produced.
  • Pernicious anemia relates to a decreased body store of vitamin B12. Vegetarians are more prone to develop B12 deficiency because this nutrient is found primarily in animal protein.  Continue reading “Tired? It May Be Anemia”
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