Best Bars

Nutritionists and trainers are often asked, "Which energy or granola bar is the healthiest?" The answers come in as many varieties as there are bars on the market. Truth be told, the healthiest choice is the one you make yourself from scratch in your own kitchen. Any bar on the market is processed and packaged and will undoubtedly contain some preservatives or other ingredients that are best not consumed. Try this recipe, or experiment with your own favorite ingredients to come up with your perfect bar.

• 2/3 cup almond butter or peanut butter
• 2/3 cup coconut oil
• 2/3 cup honey
• 2 cup oats
• 2 cups total of your choice of add-ins (such as chopped nuts, dried fruit, dark chocolate bits, coconut flakes, seeds) 

Melt first three ingredients together, remove from heat and stir in remaining ingredients. Press into a 9x13 pan and refrigerate until set. Cut into bars and enjoy.

Making Time for Exercise

Ever heard the quote “You make time for what is important to you?”  If you are serious about getting healthy, you can always find the time.  Think of it this way…one hour of exercise is only 4% of your day.  If you really considered the way you spend your time you can probably find some things to cut back on, such as television and social media, that don’t really benefit your body.

Try breaking up your exercise into smaller segments, such as 15 minutes before your morning shower and 15 minutes after work.  Too busy to get to the gym?  There is an app for that!  Try the free app “Sworkit.”  It can get you moving in five minutes or less with zero equipment required.  You choose cardio, strength, yoga, flexibility, and more.  Now there is no excuse, because you can do this anywhere you can take your smart phone or tablet. 

Another thought to consider…every time you exercise you are extending your life, so it really is not any time lost!