Constance Weygandt

Seven Ways to Cut Stress and Calories at Thanksgiving

From Thanksgiving to Christmas, increased stress and overeating are a part of life in our society. Due to increased stress levels, we are more likely to eat for emotional reasons. The smells in our homes, on Thanksgiving day, stir up childhood memories of... Read >

Five How To's For Those Who Dream of Becoming a Writer

I am often asked what it takes to become a writer or "How can I do what you do?" The answer is not complicated. Anyone can write. Even if you were never a contestant for your eighth grade spelling bee, there is spell check. It is a marvelous invention. Al... Read >

The Healthy Little Seed That Is Gaining Popularity

Flaxseed has been around since the time of the Emperor Charlemagne. Lately, it has received a lot of attention. Studies have shown that flaxseed has many benefits because of its variety of properties. Here are four reasons to consider adding flaxseed to y... Read >

Four Changes You Need to be Aware of in the New Food Pyramid.

It has been twelve years since the United States Department of Agriculture has updated the Food Pyramid. Most of us are familiar with the old one. That pyramid emphasized foods you should eat more of on the bottom of the pyramid with foods to be eaten in ... Read >

Lately, Have You Seen...?

I own a malamute. He is a beautiful dog with a warrior's soul and a childlike heart. Every morning, at the crack of dawn, he insists that we go outside to meet the light. If I don't comply fast enough, he will begin to sneeze on me until I leap out of bed... Read >

Less Pain Same Gain

Good news for those of us that lead hectic lives with busy, busy schedules. New studies have shown that smaller doses of exercise done throughout the day can actually be more beneficial. The key appears to be to elevate our heart rate at each session. ... Read >

The Exercise That Reduces or Reverses the Effects of Aging

One of the easiest and most convenient forms of exercise is walking. Different studies have shown that walking for thirty minutes, three times a week, has a host of beneficial side effects. Reduction of blood pressure, a reduction in anxiety levels, reta... Read >