THE TFC BLOG

We all have women in our lives who we admire for their resilience and grace in the face of personal adversity. For me, one such woman is my friend Melissa Brewster, devoted mother of three girls, two of which have been diagnosed with type 1 (juvenile) diabetes. She is a hero and an inspiration, and […]

Who’s a “Fitness Fashionista”? She’s fit, smart and sassy with a good heart. She’s inherently stylish, whether sporting gym gear or out for a night on the town. Meet her, learn her ways and borrow (steal) her effortless fitness style secrets. Amanda Griffin Jacob spent her teens and twenties modeling around Asia before breaking into TV. She […]

What’s a succotash? It’s a simple dish consisting of sweet corn, lima beans (or shell bean) and it’s frankly the fastest and simplest side dish to whip up in a flash. Once you assemble your ingredients it’s your one-pot ticket to a colorful, flavorful and nourishing side dish. Succotash marries well with a simple grilled chicken or […]

Halloween is right around the corner and for the little people in your life that means one thing: candy. And lots of it. Despite my persistence in teaching my kids about sensibility and moderation, when Halloween or party time nears my efforts are fruitless. They are just as likely to sugar binge as any other kid (sigh).  Although I […]

Early to bed, early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise. In my recent post, I shared one of my most powerful personal habits: waking up early at 5am each day. I told you about the virtues of a morning person and encouraged you to adopt nine daily rituals before 9am. Well, today […]

Ahhh simplicity. There’s something magical in perfecting simplicity, isn’t there? And when it comes to the quest for the perfect oven French fries, there’s a big difference between oil-drenched soggy fries with no luster, and the crisp, salty perfection of a delectable pomme frite! Here’s my recipe and instructions on how you can make your fries truly salivating. In […]

We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence therefore is not an act but a habit. – Aristotle Are you a morning person? Would you like to be, but lose the battle each morning with the alarm clock? You may be able to blame it on your parents: Research demonstrates that our genetics and circadian rhythms influence […]

Pregnancy is a special time in every woman’s life. Your mind rapidly expands — along with your belly — and while most embrace this from the beginning, others find it can take a while to get comfortable and balance the feeling of heaviness in their bodies and their minds.  I vividly recall the most challenging aspect of my […]

Brownies? Yum. But are they good for you? While I believe all treats can be healthified for a more nutritious twist, we shouldn’t kid ourselves that chocolate is as good for us as a big bowl of vegetables. It all boils down to balance. Research clearly demonstrates that when we deprive ourselves of too many […]