Jessy Hamawi
Jessy obtained her Masters and Bachelors of Science in Human and Sports Nutrition. She is a private health and wellness coach, weight loss consultant and a certified personal trainer. She prides herself on being a role model for young women by leading empowerment seminars where she helps to educate, connect and empower women to be beautiful, extraordinary, strong and tenacious. A positive frame of mind has always been her motto and motivation towards leading a healthy and active lifestyle. Jessy was born and raised in Beirut Lebanon but currently resides in Illinois, USA.
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How to Train for a MarathonIf you are interested in participating in a marathon, whether you are a walker or a runner, with the proper training and nutrition you just might be able to endure finishing the 26.2 miles race.
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Navigating the Supermarket: How to Choose Healthier OptionsWith thousands of food choices out there and numerous name brands to choose from, how do we go about choosing the right foods to provide proper nutrition?
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Greek Pizza MuffinAll the flavors of a Greek pizza make these savory muffins bite-size treats for adults and kids alike.
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The Science Behind the Biggest LoserThe goal of the Biggest Loser, just like any other actual weight loss program, to restructure that lifestyle and get them on the path to better health and wellness.
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Men and Women Vs Weight LossYou may have heard and realized that it's more difficult for women to lose fat than men.
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The Health Benefits of PumpkinFresh Pumpkins are typically only available during fall and early winter; however, canned pumpkin is just as nutritious as fresh. -
Fast Food Choices Made Healthier for YouIt’s true that most fast foods are not good for you. Rarely do you see fresh fruits, veggies, beans, and whole grains. This blog post will help you make the best of the fast food choices. -
Motivation to Get MovingStaying motivated to lose weight and exercise is tough and the hardest part is usually getting started in the first place.
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Three Ways to Make Your Workout FunAre you bored with your workouts? Do you catch yourself counting down every minute on the treadmill? Your mind can play a major role in your workouts, and it's better when you find an activity you enjoy--you'll stick to it and have fun.
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Hidden Fat ContentDo you obsess over every calorie you consume, but do you worry about the fat content? Fat grams are just as important to consider as calories, and you may be surprised at which foods have a shockingly high fat content. -
Overview of the Zone DietThe Zone diet plan is based on a 15 years of nutrition research done by Dr. Barry Sears. Unlike most diets, the Zone diet focuses on a balanced meal plan consisting of carbohydrates, protein and fat. -
Alcohol and Its Effects on the BodyIf a person is serious about losing weight as well as gaining muscle weight, it is important to keep in mind the effects of alcohol on their body. -
The Joy of Aging WellDo you think healthy eating is all about dieting and sacrifice? Think again. Eating well is a lifestyle that embraces colorful food, creativity in the kitchen, and eating with friends. -
The Six Components of NutritionComponents of nutrition include carbohydrates, protein, fats, vitamins, minerals and water. The intake of these components is essential as the body cannot survive without any of them for long. -
Roasted Red Peppers HummusWho doesn't like hummus?! Try this new recipe!
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Grocery Shopping Mistakesmagine yourself walking around in your favorite supermarket. What do you see? You stroll through the candy aisle or down past the cupcakes. You might even see the words, 'œFat Free.' The funny thing is, this is completely true but totally misleading. -
Cardio and Lowering Body FatCardio exercises are any type of workouts that raises the heart rate and keeps it elevated for a certain period of time. Exercises that emphasize stretch and strength are generally not considered cardio exercises. -
How Livestrong.Com Can Help You Reach Your GoalsLivestrong.com is a great resource designed to help you reach your fitness goals. When deciding to lose weight or become more active, it can be very hard to figure out how and where to start. -
The Importance of StretchingWe all have been told that we must stretch before and after every workout, yet many of us have no idea what stretching does for us, and don't bother to do it. Stretching does play a very important role in overall health and performance in workouts.
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Summer Corn SaladThe more color you can add to your plate, the more nutrition you will get from your meal. This salad is simple to prepare and contains a whole rainbow of colors. Avocados are the only fruit that are high in fat, but this plant-based fat is heart healthy (monounsaturated fat). A little fat can go a l
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Gloomy Weather = DepressionSmall basic tips to kick the procrastination habit can be found here during the winter season. -
The Benefits of Strength TrainingStrength training is part of a complete exercise program. No matter what your age is, there are benefits to strength training.
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Eggplant Parmesan!Many of us enjoy a good Italian meal but a traditional eggplant parmesan recipe take over an hour to prepare and can easily contain 1200 calories! This version takes 1/3 of the time and has 1/6 of the calories.
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JazzUp Your Salad!Forget about your traditional iceberg lettuce topped with bottled salad dressing! Salads can be much more than just vegetables! -
What Are Trans Fat?Everywhere you look these days, labels and commercials shout the absence of trans fats in our favorite foods. This article summarizes what trans fats are and the steps you can take to avoid trans fats in your diet.
