The Monday Campaigns

Have a Supermarket Strategy

Tami — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 07:00:21 +0000

A good mood or hunger pangs can make a big difference in what you bring home from the grocery store. Both feelings tend to lead to a pile up of unnecessary junk and other impulse buys. And once these items are in your home you may feel obligated to eat them!

Have a plan of attack this week! Write a grocery list and stick with it: even include a few healthful snacks so you don’t feel deprived. Still tempted to stray? Stick to the perimeters of the supermarket (where you’ll find the most whole foods) or bypass the junk entirely with a trip to the farmer’s market.

Give in to Temptation

Tami — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 07:00:38 +0000

Forbidding certain foods – like Valentine’s chocolate or wine- is a common diet strategy, but studies have shown that this can actually lead to overeating. Food restrictors often satiate their cravings by eating other high-calorie items, which can lead to weight gain. Learning how to effectively cope with trigger foods will leave you feeling in control and improves your chances of maintaining your weight.

Instead of fearing your favorite foods, figure out how to budget a small portion into your week. Simply removing the “forbidden” label from a food can greatly reduce cravings for it!

Women’s Health Says Make Monday Red for Your Heart

Tami — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:05:53 +0000

Women’s Health encourages reader to “take their Monday routineone step further by donning a scarlet accessory.” Going red can help start a conversation about blood pressure, cholesterol, and other heart disease indicators.

Sid Lerner- Hero for Health

Tami — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:04:04 +0000

Heroes for Health Radio profiles Monday Campaigns founder Sid Lerner. Host Jeff Popick discusses the history of Meatless Monday and the benefits of the growing Monday movement.

Cooking Method Matters

Tami — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:00:19 +0000

Raw fruits and vegetables usually provide more vitamins than their cooked counterparts, but there are ways to prevent nutrient loss while still savoring prepared foods! Careful cooking with minimized heat and water may only result in a 5-15% nutrient loss (compared to processed foods, which can lose 50-80%!)

This week, try steaming or quick sautéing vegetables and cooking meat over low heat to preserve as many nutrients as possible. You might even discover a new favorite recipe!

Caregivers’ Monday Tips Now Available

Tami — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:48:43 +0000

The Monday Campaigns is offering 52 weekly tips to help caregivers stay healthy throughout 2012.

Scrutinize Your Symptoms

Tami — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:40:10 +0000

Headaches, indigestion, loss of appetite, muscle tension, sleep issues and allergic reactions could actually be signs of stress. Giving yourself time to pause, consider the situation and breathe deeply when you encounter these signals is the first step towards finding the cause and limiting it in the future.

Write down any unresolved symptoms that you experience this week, along with the situation that may have sparked them. Then consult with a professional who can help you develop better coping strategies.

Meatless Monday Makes The Chew

Tami — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:34:53 +0000

Meatless Monday was the theme of a recent episode of the food and lifestyle show, The Chew. The hosts explained the benefits of eating less meat and shared healthy recipes with viewers.

Healthy Monday Tips Help Your Resolutions Stick All Year

Tami — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:29:09 +0000

Fitness Magazine helps readers stay fit with weekly Healthy Monday tips and motivational images on their Pinterest page.

MorningStar Farms Cooks up a Healthier New Year With Meatless Monday

Tami — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:24:10 +0000

MorningStar Farms joins forces with the Meatless Monday campaign to make every week a new chance to improve eating habits. They will offer weekly contests and wellness advice via social media.