Feeling a little down after the Thanksgiving holiday?  Turkey’s done, family and friends gone away, back at work, back to the same old grind? Go outside, move and breathe. I think that using your body, being physical and getting the blood and oxygen flowing is one of the best ways to handle difficult moods. Why…

Turns out, our family already has plenty.  We don’t need much more for the holidays.  So why spend a lot of money and buy more “stuff?”  I think we should spend less money, use what we have, be less “materially oriented,” and make the holidays about what they’re really about – praising God for our…

Another reader’s inquiry.What do you do if small portions don’t fill you up? I recommend eating six small meals throughout the day: one serving (USDA Food Guide Pyramid size) of grains, protein (meat or dairy), and a fruit or vegetable. This means eating every 3-4 hours. When you do that, you’re rarely hungry. Be sure…

Should I follow a “low-carb” diet, or should I do “low-fat?” Ultimately, the decision is up to you and your doctor, and between you and God–in partnership. I personally believe in eating a little of everything in moderation: a lot of vegetables and fruit, some meat, and a few carbohydrates. I do pay attention to…

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