Make Wellness Your Habit

Category: Health

  • Movement of the Month – Swimming

    Movement of the Month – Swimming

    Nobody is too cool for the pool! Last week my beloved outdoor neighborhood swim club, the Westgate Cabana Swim Club in West San Jose, has opened for the six month season. This swim club is located next to my home and was one of the reasons why we selected this house.  My kids have been…

  • On A Personal Note

    On A Personal Note

    I have started to plant the veggies for the spring and summer garden. I planted about 180 tomato plants from seeds in late February and they are now baking outside in the sun during the day and resting on heating mats in my living room during the night. These little babies will grow fast now,…

  • Bike Riding 101

    Bike Riding 101

    Invest in a bike. I recommend checking out the local bike store (you get the best service here and support a local business. Make sure you try on bike helmets too), Craigslist, or even Freecycle.org. You don’t have to start with a new expensive bike with all the bells and whistles. Look for sales, like…

  • Constance’s Top 5 Heart Care Tips

    Constance’s Top 5 Heart Care Tips

    Choose Heart-Healthy FoodsUncontrolled high blood pressure is the leading cause of heart disease and stroke, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). If your numbers are high, there are foods that can help decrease your blood pressure naturally: oats, quinoa, fruits and vegetables including avocado, bananas, beets, berries, leafy greens, kiwi and spinach, and…