Category Archives: eating

Biggest Loser: Get Fit!

Posted on August 6, 2021 by Will S.

  A group of my coworkers participated in a weight loss challenge that ended on Wednesday of this week. It was a contest that ran sort of like The Biggest Loser  television show. It began in May. They have been … Continue reading →

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Eat Some Nuggs: You Might Like Them!

Posted on October 31, 2020 by Will S.

I don’t make a habit of eating a lot of artificial ‘meats’ unless I make my own. I eat them as a treat from time to time. . . as a reward – a bonus. That said, I have tried … Continue reading →

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After Action

Posted on September 27, 2020 by Will S.

My outing yesterday at the Cheesecake Factory was nice. It wasn’t as stressful as I thought it would be; however, it was the eeriest day. I went to the Cheesecake Factory at the Chevy Chase Pavilion, a swanky shopping venue, … Continue reading →

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NSV and Your Fitness and Nutrition Goals

Posted on September 17, 2020 by Will S.

Have you ever heard of the abbreviation NSV? I saw it today in a health and fitness chat room. I have been a big supporter of the NSV concept, but I never heard of that label until today. People were … Continue reading →

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21-Day Challenge

Posted on September 14, 2020 by Will S.

Today, Monday, 14 September 2020 is the beginning of my 21-day nutrition and fitness challenge. I have done several challenges from time to time over the years. It’s a great way to motivate myself. Now, I’m doing it again. It’s … Continue reading →

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Once Upon A Time When I Was Really Sick

Posted on May 16, 2020 by Will S.

I never forgot that time several years ago when I had a very bad stomach virus of unknown origins. Nothing at all helped me feel better, except time. I stayed on my knees in front of the toilet for days. … Continue reading →

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My Fruit Woes

Posted on May 9, 2020 by Will S.

  I love fruit. When I’m in an emotionally healthy place, fruit becomes my go-to snack instead of junk foods like Kettle Chips, Do-si-Dos, or Doritos and guacamole when I’m in a mental funk. Fruit is the perfect snack. The … Continue reading →

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Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire

Posted on November 30, 2018 by Will S.

Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire, by Will Saunders So, here’s what happened. The opening lyrics to that world famous Christmas song is what got me on this chestnut bandwagon. Today is the first time in my life I have … Continue reading →

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Self-Discipline

Posted on January 30, 2018 by Will S.

I have been seeing a lot of posts and articles making suggestions on improving one’s self-discipline lately. Each of them focuses on the diet as the greatest catalyst for making the start. The idea is, if you can be consistent … Continue reading →

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Posted on November 29, 2016 by Will S.

Mama Hamil’s is the Spot, by Will Saunders The other day, some coworkers told me about a good old, southern, soul food restaurant in Madison, Mississippi.  Mama Hamil’s, they told me, is not much to look at and the ambience … Continue reading →

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