Moves for a Good Night's Sleep

Moderate-intensity exercise or stretching may improve your sleep quality. A study found that women who walked briskly, biked, or did stretches slept better than those who didn't. Exercise can also improve mood and reduce anxiety. For high intensity activities, such as distance running, find the time to exercise early in the day. If nighttime is the only time you have to work out, try stretching or yoga as the preferred workout for a better night sleep.

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Smart Snacking

If you are active and always on the go, Healthy Snacking is a great way to fill in the blanks between breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fruits and vegetables are always the smartest snacks: apple, orange, pear, cantaloupe, watermelon, strawberries, carrots, celery and sliced bell peppers. Keep in mind, if snacking is done right, it can maintain blood sugar levels and boost your metabolism. Try having these snacks on hand.  They pack 100-200 calories with protein, carbohydrates and provide an excellent source of nutrients.
Peanut Butter       Fig Cookies         Bananas             String cheese/Baby Bels
Dried-Fruit          Pretzels ( gluten free)                      Balance Bars
Gluten Free Crackers

Commitment As Your Motivator

Like anything new, it takes time to adjust to a Gluten Free diet. It's best to stay focused on all the foods you can eat instead of the ones you shouldn't have. Fresh fruits, vegetables, beans, legumes are naturally Gluten Free and good source of protein and fiber. Many gluten free substitutes are now available at grocery stores or online websites: http://www.glutenfreemall.com or http://www.glutenfree.com Try gluten free waffles or cereal for breakfast, a sandwich on gluten free bread for lunch or rice, corn or quinoa pasta for dinner. Quickly you will find that choosing to live gluten free can be very satisfying.
What are your tips, tricks and favorite foods to support a gluten free diet?