In the fall of 2010 I ran my first 5k, 3.1 miles. In the fall of 2011 I ran my first half marathon, 13.1 miles. During this time I lost weight, had more energy, ate better, slept better, and gererally felt better. More importantly, my husband, who has struggled with his weight, began making more healthy food choices and even began running. My then 3 year old decided that he wanted to run, and has participated in 2 quarter mile fun runs. My healthy practices influenced my family to make better decisions.

Mom sets the example for the rest of the family. As I test and review clothing, nutrition, activities, etc. that support a healthy happy lifestyle; I'd like to share info and promote fitness and wellness in families.

National Wine Day 5/25/2012

Thursday, May 24, 2012

In honor of tomorrow being National Wine Day, per PunchBowl.com, I thought I'd list some of the benefits that this tasty beverage has to offer.

Food and Wine
Wine Drinkers...

Have a 34% lower mortality rate than other boozers
Are 30% less likely to develop Type II Diabetes
Are 50% less likely to suffer a clot related stroke
Are 43% less likely to develop cataracts
Have a slower rate of decline in brain function

Mayo Clinic

Red wine has antioxidants that may protect your heart.
Red wine contains resveratrol, which is thought to reduce "bad" cholesterol and prevent blood clots.
The alcohol in wine helps raise "good" cholesterol.

WebMD

"Antioxidants sop up damaging free radicals that play a role in aging and age-related diseases."

Me
Wine can keep you from beating your unruly children and smothering your snoring husband with a pillow.

To your health!