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Nutrition

View from Beaver Creek ski area. By Jennifer Olson.

Health and Happiness

By Jennifer on December 1, 2011 | Jayme Otto, Lifestyle, Nutrition, skiing, Snow, Stories, Tips

Do you feel the effects of the seasons? How do you maintain health and happiness through these chilly months? Winter has just begun, so let’s all band together, striving for wellness and joy this year!

Posted in Blog, Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Prevention, Stories, Tips, Your Sport | Tagged Jayme Otto, Lifestyle, Nutrition, skiing, Snow, Stories, Tips | 1 Response

Underrated Veggies for Active Women

Underrated Veggies for Active Women

By Laura on October 28, 2011 | Health, Nutrition, Tips

Brussels sprouts would be a great addition to any active woman’s next meal. High in fiber, Brussels sprouts contain phytonutrients called glucosinolates that are thought to fight cancer. Plus, they pack a powerful punch of vitamin A for a strong immune system and healthy skin.

Posted in Blog, Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Tips | Tagged Health, Nutrition, Tips | 4 Responses

When To Buy Organic Produce

When To Buy Organic Produce

By Laura on October 13, 2011 | Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Tips

Which fruits and vegetables I should spend the a little extra money on to buy organic? Is it apples or avocados? Celery or cabbage? The Environmental Working Group compiled lists called the “Dirty Dozen” and the “Clean 15” to help inform and guide us while grocery shopping.

Posted in Blog, Health, Nutrition, Tips | Tagged Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Tips | 3 Responses

Carrie Cooper on Living Gracefully Through Transitions

Carrie Cooper on Living Gracefully Through Transitions

By WAm on October 12, 2011 | Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition

I believe that life is about living gracefully through the transitions. I have climbed the world over for the last 10 years and developed a keen sense of my body and its strengths. As a healthy expectant mother I continued to listen to the needs of my body. I hope you enjoy this video.

Posted in Climbing, Health, Lifestyle, Musings, Nutrition, Skills, Tips, Your Sport | Tagged Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition | Leave a response

Fresh Fall Produce

Fresh Fall Produce

By Laura on September 23, 2011 | Health, Nutrition

All the watermelon has been sliced, the sweet corn was picked, the sugar snap peas were eaten while standing in the garden, the plums are now jelly, the tomatoes decorated salads, and the green beans became casserole. What do you cook when summer produce is gone?

Posted in Blog, Health, Nutrition, Tips | Tagged Health, Nutrition | 4 Responses

Body Image

Body Image

By Becca on September 14, 2011 | Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Women

I recently watched a powerful film called “Beauty Mark.” It was written and produced by Diane Israel, a Boulder, Colorado-based psychotherapist and former world-class triathlete who tells her own story of her struggles with body image.

Posted in Blog, Gear, Health, Prevention, Tips | Tagged Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Women | 2 Responses

Remembering Shishka

Remembering Shishka

By Laura on September 2, 2011 | Lifestyle, Nutrition

My uncle was recently telling me a story about a dog he had while growing up on the farm. Every year around this time, Shishka, would go out into the sweet corn, pick an ear, bring it back to the yard, pull the husk back, and proceed to nibble away.

Posted in Blog, Nutrition, Recipes, Stories, Tips | Tagged Lifestyle, Nutrition | 4 Responses

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Winter Grill

By Susan on December 26, 2010 | Nutrition, trail food

This marinade is a great way to tenderize chewier cuts of beef while you’re out skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, or taking part in the Audubon Society’s Christmas Bird Count.

Posted in Recipes | Tagged Nutrition, trail food | Leave a response

Holiday Cranberry Sauce

Holiday Cranberry Sauce

By Eloise on December 20, 2010 | Nutrition

This easily-prepared recipe is a serious taste and nutritional upgrade from the canned variety. Enjoy this version with your holiday feast as it provides taste with high quality nutrients including antioxidants and phytonutrients.

Posted in Nutrition, Recipes | Tagged Nutrition | Leave a response

Butternut Squash and Leek Soup

Butternut Squash and Leek Soup

By Eloise on December 6, 2010 | Nutrition

Something hot and delicious after a hard day in the snow.

Posted in Recipes | Tagged Nutrition | Leave a response

Bok Choy Saute

Bok Choy Saute

By Eloise on November 29, 2010 | Nutrition

This delicious recipe makes a wonderful side dish for the holidays. Bok Choy provides both indoles (13C) and sulforaphane, which support healthy detoxification and elimination of cancer-producing substances.

Posted in Recipes | Tagged Nutrition | Leave a response

Meatless Mondays

Meatless Mondays

By WAm on November 8, 2010 | environment, Nutrition

I know that some people abstain from meat on Fridays for religious reasons, but what’s the story behind “Meatless Mondays?”

Posted in Blog, Nutrition | Tagged environment, Nutrition | Leave a response

Vanilla Energy Balls

Vanilla Energy Balls

By Eloise on October 21, 2010 | Nutrition, trail food

This recipe is in my “14 Day Gourmet Cleanse & Rejuvenation” Book. I have gotten such great feedback that I wanted to share it with all of you. This is another high energy, kid-favorite snack.

Posted in Blog, Recipes | Tagged Nutrition, trail food | 5 Responses

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