jEanne Angleberger,    Shaklee Associate for a Healthier Life Farewell As the year 2022 becomes history, I hope you have created a few healthy habits along the way. Making healthy changes can be hard but is certainly worth it! The number one reason people resist change is because they focus on what they have to give…

jEanne Angleberger,    Shaklee Associate for a Healthier Life Do you find yourself eating differently around your family and your friends? Our food choices can be influenced by the company we share at the table. Studies have shown that we tend to eat more when we are with friends and family than when we eat alone.…

Teachers and students are beginning a new school year. Every parent sending their children off to school may ask about the best way they can reassure a healthy and successful year for them. Starting the day with a nutritious breakfast can provide a great start. The brain needs fuel to think, and the body has…

jEanne Angleberger, Shaklee Associate for a Healthier Life Zucchini is a summer favorite — nutritious, and plentiful. It is also incredibly versatile: fried, grilled, stuffed, and tossed into any and every kind of dish. If you like Old Bay Seasoning, try making mock crab cakes using zucchini! Zucchini is easy to grow and will produce…

jEanne Angleberger A homemade smoothie offers the best nutrients. Why?  It’s the ingredients you whip up at home, with no additives! You can make a great-tasting, healthy smoothie in a snap. Homemade smoothies contain little or no added sugar and include a balanced amount of carbs, fiber, protein, and healthy fats. Great fruits to try…

jEanne Angleberger, Shaklee Associate for a Healthier Life Are there health benefits to having a professional facial? You know the benefits if you’ve had one. You feel them during and following the facial. It is a great way to find out how your skin is reacting to outside and inside elements like pollution, hormones, and…

jEanne Angleberger, Shaklee Associate for a Health Winter vegetables are nutritious and available. The weather outside might be below freezing, but that does not mean your vegetable choices are limited! Below are a few tasty and healthy winter veggie suggestions. Brussel Sprouts. Brussel sprouts are loaded with vitamin K, sometimes referred to as “mini cabbage.”…

jEanne Angleberger,  Shaklee Associate for a Healthier Life There are nine essential amino acids that the body must obtain through the diet. What are they? How do we get them in our diet? Amino acids are important because they are required for the synthesis of body protein and other important nitrogen-containing compounds, including peptide hormones…

jEanne Angleberger Summertime is the best time to enjoy a frozen treat, and the good news is that you can enjoy one without feeling guilty. Choose a bar, on a stick, or in a cone. No calculating what one serving is! What to look for when choosing a frozen dessert? No more than 3 teaspoons…

jEanne Angleberger Welcome to the fresh fruit and vegetable season. So, get your taste buds ready! One of my favorites is fresh blueberries. I consider them a star among fruits! Research shows that blueberries have been associated with several health benefits, including improved weight management and cognitive protection. Research on the relationship between blueberries and…

jEanne Angleberger,  Shaklee Associate for a Healthier Life Did you know the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is updated every five years? These guidelines are designed to help us stay healthier throughout our lifespan. And, it is a reminder that it’s never too late to eat healthfully! The recommendations are from the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee.…

jEanne Angleberger,  Shaklee Associate for a Healthier Life Endorphins trigger a positive feeling in the body. Endorphins act on the opiate receptors in our brains, reducing pain and boosting a feeling of well-being. What does it take to raise the endorphin level in the body?  My first thought is “helping someone in need!” Everyone experiences…

jEanne Angleberger Today’s food shopping requires nutrition knowledge. So, let’s take a look at some nutrition facts before we food shop the next time. This chart defines caloric value, fat, sodium, sugar, cholesterol, and fiber content. This criteria is based on FDA labeling and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. If the tag reads [one below],…

jEanne Angleberger,  The year 2020 will go down in history as a time of staying healthy and preventing COVID-19. Honestly, it made us pay closer attention to our health and body. Let’s always be aware of our health. It shouldn’t take a world-wide coronavirus to get our attention. We’ll recap this year’s healthy tips and…

jEanne Angleberger, Shaklee Associate for a Healthier Life Getting Water From Your Foods Being properly hydrated is so important for our overall health: to keep body temperature regulated, to keep joints lubricated, to prevent infections, to keep organs functioning properly, and more. Did you know that being well-hydrated also helps with sleep, cognition, and mood?…

jEanne Angleberger, Do you ever wonder why many people in their 80’s and 90’s seem to be aging well? Are they doing something differently? I believe they are. Their generation is different from today’s. Perhaps their traditions and values play a key role in their lifestyles and their health. They grew up in a kinder…

Jeanne Angleberger, Shaklee Associate for a Healthier Life Keep Your Immune System Healthy Why is it so crucial to keep your immune system healthy? How can you maintain healthy immunity? Maintaining a healthy immune system helps to protect the body against infection and disease. It is truly the healing power from within. This complex network…

jEanne Angleberger Start the Day Off Right A tasty and healthy breakfast fuels your body for the day. It is important to start your day on a healthy note. Having enough time to eat and enjoy your breakfast is a plus for everyone! Today is the best time to share a Grab-’n’-Go breakfast! It’s Muffin-Pan…

Cold and Flu Season Upon Us Winter seems to be the season for colds and flu viruses. The thought may have crossed your mind more than once: How can I boost my immune system? There are many healthy ways in which you can strengthen your immune system, including supplements, exercise, and eating healthy. There are…

jEanne Angleberger Start Your Health Plan The holidays are over and the New Year is here! January is the time to create a plan for your health. Do you want a healthy lifestyle so that you can enjoy life? Remember, putting a healthy lifestyle as a priority is your choice. You can do this! There…