Banana Pancakes

Speaking of bananas in my previous post compelled me to post this surprisingly delicious pancake recipe that I enjoyed with my family (and friend) this weekend (along with cheese eggs and berry syrup).  I say surprisingly because I certainly have tried some healthy, whole-wheat pancake recipes that I would never try again.  This simple, yet yummy recipe, was a pleasant surprise that I hope you can enjoy with you and yours in the future.   

All Sugars Are Not Equal: Part 1

I saw it all too often during my days as a personal fitness coach.  The avid Weight Watchers participant who sat across the table from me adamant about not eating bananas because they were worth three points instead of one.  (I was certainly relieved when Weight Watchers changed their system for a majority of fruit and vegetables to be free, no point foods.) My clients would often argue that they preferred to save their points for other foods, such as (artificial-, and chemically-laden) Weight Watchers bars or not-as-healthy dinners.  Blindly only considering the demonized nutrient of the moment, these well-intentioned weight loss enthusiasts would overlook the potassium, vitamin C, B-6, and resistant starches (indigestible starches that are found in more green bananas) that also reside within bananas.