Mexican Style Quinoa

Mexican Style Quinoa

Mexican Style Quinoa: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/spanish-style-quinoa/detail.aspx   Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup uncooked quinoa 1 medium onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 small green bell pepper, chopped 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce 2 1/2 cups water 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin Directions Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the quinoa, onion, garlic, and green pepper. Cook and stir 5 to 10 minutes until…

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Shredded Turkey and Pinto Bean Burritos

Shredded Turkey and Pinto Bean Burritos

Shredded Turkey & Pinto Bean Burritos http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/shredded_turkey_pinto_bean_burritos.html From EatingWell: October/November 2006 We created this with leftover turkey in mind. Leftover or rotisserie chicken can also be used. Make it a Meal: Serve with guacamole and chopped jalapeno peppers and/or hot sauce – and a cold cerveza. 6 servings | Active Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 medium onion, halved and sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chile…

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High Intensity Interval Training or Steady State Cardio, which is best?

High Intensity Interval Training or Steady State Cardio, which is best?

I am a fan of H.I.I.T. and steady state cardio  I use both methods on a weekly basis because I have experienced the benefits of both.  I will reveal some pros and cons for each so you can decide for yourself. H.I.I.T. = High intensity interval training.  This method of training requires short bursts of high intense activity like a sprint, followed by a longer recovery with moderate intensity.  Example, 25 sec sprint :  60 sec jog, and you would…

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Can exercise improve your ability to learn?

Can exercise improve your ability to learn?

Can exercise improve your ability to learn?  Yes!  The link below will take you to an article found in the New York Times, “How exercise benefits the brain”.  In short, research has shown that after strenuous activity a high level of a protein known as brain-derived neurotrophic factor, or BDNF, was found.  BDNF proteins act to promote neurogenesis which is the creation of new neurons.   Harvard psychiatrist, John J. Ratey, M.D., is the author of Spark: The Revolutionary New Science…

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LA Fitness Corporate Rate

LA Fitness Corporate Rate

Hi Everyone! We are pleased to offer a discounted membership benefit available through McKinley Inc. and LA Fitness! LA Fitness Gym Membership Discount    Premier Membership (All clubs in the U.S. excluding Signature and NY Elite) Membership includes Racquetball Courts. $0 initiation $29.95 Monthly Tax Included. No contract month to month. Pay First and Last to join $54.02 monthly EFT Add Guest Privileges  to your  membership  $21.65  monthly  2 Guest age 14 or older any time you visit the club….

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