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Have a Happy, Healthy Wedding Day!

Written by Kara McKnight-15 May 2013

5 Ways to Make Your Big Day a Healthier Event

Many brides make an effort to be in the best shape of their lives for their wedding day. Of course, you want to look your absolute best for a day where all eyes will be one you! We have complete faith in your ability to achieve your goals for your wedding and we know you're going to look fabulous! But why stop all your efforts come the big day? Start your life together as husband and wife by making an extra effort to be healthy on your wedding day. Here are some ideas that we came up with:

Do something active for your bachelor or bachelorette party.Check out some of the fun bachelorette party ideas we came up with last year, including running a 5K together or going away for a weekend of skiing and snowboarding!
Go with a healthy "cake" option. Instead of the traditional wedding cake, look into healthier alternatives, such as cakes made of tiers of fruit. You can find some health-inspired ideas on our Pinterest board, Wedding Season with PGX.
Limit your alcohol intake. We're not saying don't celebrate with a glass or two of bubbly! But try limiting your the amount you drink and you'll cut down on your calorie intake for the day. You'll want to remember your big day, after all.
Go for a walk prior to the ceremony. Stretch out your legs and get out those last minute jitters with a leisurely walk with your bridal party or groomsmen.
Stay hydrated. Try to keep a water bottle on hand or better yet, have water available throughout your wedding to all guests.

But most importantly, have an incredible day!

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"Don't Diet; Lose Weight" with Julia Havey!

Written by Inés de Sequera-18 January 2013

Don't miss your chance to see Julia Havey and learn her tips for weight loss success!

If you're in Saskatchewan, check out her talk, "Don't Diet; Lose Weight"

I don't know how many times I've said to myself or heard, "I'll start my diet tomorrow," and then tomorrow never comes! Sound familiar? If you are in Saskatchewan next week, don't miss our friend and motivational speaker, Julia Havey!

Her talk, "Don't Diet; Lose Weight," is sure to be full of tips and personal stories that will inspire you to "reach your weight loss goal and live healthier, happier, and free from the burden of the extra weight." Intrigued? If you become a PGX member (no cost, of course) you will receive a free copy of her book, The Vice Busting Diet, and gain helpful tools that wil guide you towards making the change and living a healthy lifestyle!

Here are th event details. You won't want to miss out!

Julia Havey Consumer Lectures, Saskatchewan

January 21 at 7pm
Saskatoon Inn
2002 Airport Drive
Saskatoon, SK S7L 6M4
Room: Canadian Room

January 22nd at 7pm
Heritage Inn
1590 Main Street North
Moose Jaw, SK S6J 1L3
Room: Jubilee B

January 23rd at 7pm
Painted Hand Casino
510 Broadway Street West
Yorkton, SK S3N 0P3
Room: Salon C

January 24th at 7pm
Best Western Seven Oaks
777 Albert Street
Regina, SK S4R 2P6
Room: Banyon Center

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Guilt-Free Personal-Sized Pizza

Written by Staff writer-15 October 2012

Try this fabulous and healthy pizza recipe (with PGX!) from our friends over at webber naturals!

Yield: 1 Serving
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Topping your own pizza is a fun way to get your family involved in helping and creating their own dinner. Choose foods that supply lots of colour for maximum nutrition. When you don’t have the time to make your own dough, use 100% whole wheat pitas. They’re low in fat and not as thick as store bought pizza breads. They’re less expensive too!

Ingredients:

Pita bread, 100% whole wheat, low-fat. Choose ones that will hold your toppings nicely.
1 can organic pizza sauce
Olive oil

Pizza Topping Options:

Cheese: Mozzerella, low fat shredded cheese, goats cheese slices, Asiago shredded cheese
Veggie options: Asparagus, fresh baby spinach leaves, fresh basil leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, small broccoli florets, kale (leaves only, discard stems), mushroom slices, green or black pitted olives, crushed garlic, onion and fresh or dried herbs like basil, oregano and chili flakes.
Meat Options: Cooked and chopped chicken breast, cooked shrimp, fresh Italian sausages. Healthiest choices are fresh, good-quality meat sources that are preservative and chemical free.
Dairy Options: Goat cheese, feta, low-fat mozzarella, asiago, blue cheese and other sharp cheeses.

Other ideas: choose just 3-4 ingredients that go together like: salsa, black beans, olives, cheese. Bake and top with fresh cilantro, 1 tbsp plain Balkan style yogurt and shredded lettuce with a squeeze of fresh lime. Or, add fruit like fresh pineapple chunks, thinly sliced peaches with milder cheese like goats cheese.

Directions:

Brush the pita lightly with olive oil and top with sauce. Sprinkle 1 stick of PGX Daily granules onto sauce. Place a light layer of shredded cheese ontop of sauce. Top with your selected ingredients and finish the pizza by covering the top with more cheese.
Bake 350° C on a cookie sheet until cheese melts. Approximately 15 minutes but keep watch as oven temperatures vary.
You may choose to sprinkle PGX Daily on top, rather than mix into organic pizza sauce.

Enjoy and let us know how you like it!

Recipe and image courtesy of webber naturals.

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400 Calories in the Stomach

Written by Inés de Sequera-10 October 2012

Make smart choices at meal times. Fill up on the good stuff!

How much space does 400 calories occupy in the stomach?

I truly dislike the thought of dieting. But with a looming deadline to fit into a costume that doesn't quite zip up all the way for a performance, I really have no choice but to make a conscious effort to change my eating habits.

What is it about diets that have people dreading them? Hunger? Cravings? Guess what?! You don't need to feel hungry when you are making the change for a healthier lifestyle. And if you aren't feeling hungry, you will most likely have fewer cravings as well! There is no need to fear healthy eating! All we need to do is learn how to make smart choices. If we look for low calorie but dense foods full of nutrients and fibre (think low-GI foods), we'll definitely be better off! Take a look at what 400 calories of various foods look like in the stomach!

Add PGX to your food and the fibre will help you feel full and you won't feel the "diet hunger and cravings." Right now you you can get a free BONUS pack of PGX Singles with purchase of PGX Daily in Canadian stores! Stay healthy everyone; make smart food choices and be sure to get your daily dose of fibre!

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Friday Fitness Fun for Fall!

Written by Inés de Sequera-05 October 2012

Discover the Top 10 Workouts for Fall!

Get out of the gym and into shape!

Autumn is here and with this season, comes colder weather; and with the colder weather often comes heartier appetites and occasions for comfort food. I know that I have to make even more of a conscious effort to eat well, exercise and not to become a winter couch critter! But does the chilly weather mean I have to go the gym?

Just because summer is over, doesn't mean you have to workout indoors! It's true that when the rain and cold weather comes, it's not as appealing to go outside but I think these fun outdoor fitness activities might change your mind!

Fox News shares their Top 10 Fall Workouts that will help keep you in shape and having so much fun not matter how many layers you may need to put on!

My personal favourite on that list is Ultimate Frisbee. Although...I wouldn't mind raking a huge pile of leaves and jumping in! Get outside and enjoy the fall colours and crisp air. Just remember to bundle up!

Have a fabulous weekend everyone!

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