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Cilantro lime chicken A simple and tasty grilled or baked chicken dish. Ingredients (5 servings) Juice of 4 limes and zest of 1 lime 2 TB olive oil 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1 tsp salt 3 garlic cloves, smashed and minced 1 tbs freshly ground black pepper 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces (may also use chicken thighs or breasts) Whisk the lime juice, zest, oil, cilantro, salt, garlic and pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken pieces and coat well. Marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour, may marinate overnight. Remove chicken from...
read moreMotivation, whether internal (intrinsic) or external (extrinsic) is what keeps you focused and on track for reaching wellness goals. It is said that internal (intrinsic) motivators are more valuable because they come from within and are based on what is important to you, such as your health. Extrinsic motivators, such as a deposit into your Health Savings Account (HSA) by your employer for engaging in a wellness activity gets you on track initially but typically doesn’t keep the fire burning for making long term changes. Write down your...
read moreAll exercise offers some health benefits. But, since it is summertime, let’s focus on some of the lesser known benefits of cycling. Consider dusting off your bicycle and heading out to the hills. You may have a desire to after you read about some of the top health (and other) benefits of this timeless sport. Lung and brain power. Cycling pushes your cardiorespiratory system hard, improving oxygen and blood flow. A strong cardiovascular system makes you ‘fitter’ and able to do more with less effort, including running up those...
read moreFruits and veggies go well together. This summer experiment with fresh herbs and citrus fruits, which also go great with different types of salad greens. Pear, mint and fig salad (serves 4) 2 TB extra virgin olive oil 1/2 TB balsamic vinegar 1/2 TB freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 tsp honey 1 small shallot, minced 1 small head Boston lettuce, washed and torn 1/4 cup fresh chopped mint 1 ripe pear of your choice, seeded, cored and quartered 8 dried figs, cut into 4 slices each ground black pepper to taste In a bowl, whisk together oil,...
read moreAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), stress is “a natural human response that prompts us to address challenges and threats in our lives.” It’s not always negative but can be positive and motivate you to get things done. Emotional stress refers to stressors and situations that evoke an emotional response, such as sadness, anger, worry and fear. Common to everyone at one time or another, when the stressor underlying the emotion interferes with daily activities, it can be problematic. Here are three simple tips for...
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