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Urinary tract infection (UTI) or more commonly called bladder infections can have uncomfortable symptoms and lead to kidney infections, thus they must be treated. Recurrent UTI’s are common- Persons’ with a history of bladder

Listen up guys, you deserve great health and the only way to attain it is by doing things differently.  If you are feeling out of shape, fat, tired, libido-less and older than you should, now is the time to mix things up and take

A Healthy Gut May Lead to a Healthy Mind Your intestines house about ¾ of your total immune system.  That means if we want our bodies to be healthy, we need to keep the friendly bacteria in our guts happy by eating lots of fiber

Are you feeling a little less fit than you wish?  Perhaps a little jiggle has surfaced and the taught body you are used to has seemed to disappear? Well put the worry far away and in a few weeks time, you will be celebrating yourself

The B-vitamin family contains eight unique properties offering nutrients that aid in and support many vital functions in our body.  The B vitamins are water soluble and eliminated daily through urination.  Because of this, all

Menopause is a beautiful time in a women’s life and, like all things can be approached in a positive light and with ease and acceptance. While ensuring that menopause becomes a healthy and cherished chapter in your life’s story,

daily vitamin and mineral supplements might relieve your symptoms of PMS and they offer a natural solution! Instead of using chemical laden pills and potions, natural supplements are an excellent modality to relieving and lessening

One of the universal drawbacks of travel is jet lag.  Flying across several time zones can turn your internal clock on its head and result in fatigue, headaches, difficulty sleeping, even gastrointestinal discomforts and reduced

Kidneys are located in the middle of the backside of the body. They clean all of the blood in the body with an intricate filtration system, the waste goes out as urine. The filters are very small vessels and can be damaged by high

[Food Tip: Tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene, a phytochemical that helps protect against cancer.] This dish goes especially well with Glazed Carrots and Barley, Red Pepper, and Green Onion Pilaf. Ingredients: 2 cups fresh

This pork is full of flavor and so tender, thanks to the quick-brine technique. There are so many rubs, marinades, and sauces from which to choose, so use your imagination. If you don’t have orange marmalade, use any type of fruit

This is a family favorite. It’s easy to make, and if you’re lucky to have extra, the leftovers make a great lunch or second dinner later in the week. Ingredients: cooking spray 3 cans whole chiles, drained, cut length-wise,

[Mood Tip: Saturated fats and trans fats in commercial snack foods and processed vegetable oils, such as margarine or shortening are not needed by the body and at amounts greater than 5 to 10 percent of total calories contribute

[Food Tip: A dollop of chutney – cranberry, mango, apricot, or other fruits – is a delicious compliment to chicken, fish, lamb, or veal. Chutney has an intense flavor, so you don’t need as much as you would with milder

Low-fat and nutrient-packed with all the flavor of the traditional comfort food, this chicken pot pie is a one-dish meal or can be served with a tossed salad. It also makes great left-overs later in the week. Ingredients: Crust/Topping:

Chicken braised, then simmered in a savory well-seasoned tomato sauce is a complete meal when served with Creamy Comfort-Food Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans with Toasted Slivered Almonds. Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts, boneless-skinless

Sweet cornbread and spicy chipotle peppers pair up in this low-fat casserole, a great dish for Sunday night supper. Serve with a fresh green salad, tossed with fat-free ranch dressing. Ingredients: cooking spray 1 1/4 pounds lean

The Asian section of your supermarket is where you’ll find great tasting authentic Tandoori mixes. Not only is this recipe a snap, it has been tested against Jeanette’s famous (well, at least locally) homemade Tandoori yogurt

[Mood Tip: Even though the pork is lean and this recipe has little added fat, the total percentage of fat calories and grams is high, as is the saturated fat. To keep this recipe within the Feeling Good Diet guidelines, keep the

[Food Tip: Mayonnaise is a great base for yummy flavors. Get creative and try these variations on sandwiches. To 1/2 cup fat-free mayo add: 1 tablespoon chopped chipotle pepper in adobe sauce and 1 teaspoon lime juice (Chipotle

A light and healthy lunch option using low-fat yogurt and fresh mint. Ingredients: Minted Lamb: 1/2 pound ground lamb 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped 1 apple, peeled, seeded, and diced 3 tablespoons fresh mint, minced 1/2 teaspoon