You have been told over and over that people who eat a morning meal tend to have smaller waistlines, but some find that noshing in the a.m. actually makes them hungrier. If you can relate, it may be that the “healthy breakfast” you’re...

Native to India and used as an herb in Asian cooking, its common names include lemon grass, lemongrass, barbed wire grass, silky heads, citronella grass, fever grass or Hierba Luisa. In the Philippines, it is known as tanglad. It is added to soups and stews, boiled to make tea and one of...

Cottage Cheese Delight Makes:    2 servings Prep: 10 minutes                                                                                 Nutrition facts per serving: Servings Per Recipe 2 servings Calories 193 Total Fat (g) 17 (Mostly from...

  All the rant and rave I am hearing lately is beach bodies, tan, and how to avoid the streaky mascara as we go straight from cold to HOT this season! I have gathered together some of the best beauty tips I have researched to keep you sizzling and sexy this summer season! – Courtney...

  Aphrodite Fitness Magazine is proud to announce that Cristina Verger has accepted a position on the 2013/2014 Aphrodite Board of Experts ~ Event Planning and Production!  About Cristina Verger, Founder and President of Cristina Verger Event Planning and Production Cristina Verger is...

Chocolate Banana Nut Shake by Angelina Mullins & Colt Prattes of  www.RippedTogether.com & Aphrodite Board of...

Best for Cholesterol All fruits and vegetables have health benefits to offer, but some are better than others. Among the Best:  Avocados.    Although this is one of the few fruits high in fat, it’s mainly monounsaturated fat. Several studies find that eating one avocado a day can lower...

Is your wine “sponge worthy”? The amount of wine in today’s marketplace is unprecedented.  The number of choices, styles, blends and varietals is one of the appealing aspects of wine consumption in the modern era.  However, with the increased number of selections available the...

 Stress Management Diet “You Are What You Eat”… How many of us have heard this? Would you agree with this statement? If we were eating poorly, over time the choices that we make would produce results that would display our actions.  Transversely, eating a healthier diet...

It is great pleasure that we announce Martin Cody to the family of Aphrodite Board of Experts. Martin Cody is the President and Founder of  Cellar Angels and is officially the Wine Expert for Aphrodite. Stay tuned to find out more about how to pick the right wines for the right food parings...

It is with great pleasure to announce that Aphrodite has added Zeke Samples to our team as writer and fitness/nutrition expert. Zeke  is a nutrition and supplement guru and past competitive champion.  With over 15 years professional training and nutritional experience, Zeke specializes in...

It is with great pleasure that we announce our newest Board of Experts for Aphrodite. Please welcome Colt Prattes and Angelina Mullins of Ripped Together, www.rippedtogether.com. You might have recognized Colt from Pink’s video “Try” and  Angelina Mullins as a former...

by Lindzie St. Martin 1 scoop vanilla protein powder of your choice or unflavored 1/2 an apple (tart & sweet green variety), chopped with skin is desired 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, peeled & diced 1 cup 100% carrot juice (such as “Naked Juice”) 3-5 ice cubes Add all...

“Le Divin” celebrates the beauty of Food Styling combined with the majestic curves of the Female Body. This fashion story and  videos showcases the food styling and vision of Dan Shirley in themes of Desert, Sushi, Fruits, Vegetables and more, with each being accentuated with...

Orange Ginger Tea recipe by Lindzie St.Martin   Ginger has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for preventing a variety of stomach issues such as nausea, vomiting, gas, indigestion, diarrhea, and aid in digestion, just to name a few.  It has also been used to help lower...

Cheesecake filling: 1 package fat free cream cheese 1 package Neufchatel (1/3 less fat than cream cheese) 4 egg whites 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup molasses 2 Tsp fresh grated ginger (or pre-packed pureed) 1 Tsp pure vanilla extract Crust: 1 cup (approx 20) gingersnap cookies 1/2 cup...

by Lindzie St. Martin Ingredients: 1 pound baby carrots or peeled carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices 1 1/2 cups water 1/2 cup 100% orange juice or fresh-squeezed 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup 2 teaspoons ginger root, fresh grated or pre-packaged 1 teaspoon grated orange peel (plus additional...

Ginger Veggie Stir Fry by Lindzie St. Martin Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger root, divided 1/4 cup vegetable oil, divided 1 small head broccoli, cut into florets 1/2 cup snow peas 3/4 cup julienned carrots 1/2 cup halved green...

Asparagus with Ginger by Lindzie St. Martin Ingredients: 1 bunch of asparagus, approx. 1 pound 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon cumin seed (jeera) 1 tablespoon minced ginger 2 teaspoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper   *Holding the stalk at both ends, bend gently...

LEMON AND GINGER SPICY BEANS by Lindzie St. Martin Ingredients: 2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh ginger 3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 1 tablespoon mild vegetable oil, such as sunflower oil 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1 jalapeño or other fresh chili, seeded and finely chopped 1/4...

  Catherine Zidell  N-Shape Inc Owner/ President · Dallas, Texas 2003 NPC Judge – Lee Thompson Shows By Leslie McCarrol When I spoke to Catherine Zidell for the first time, I felt like we could talk for hours. She had so much energy and life experience to share with me during our...

Don’t have a cow, It’s not the end of the world! Now that we know it’s really not the end of the world…THIS COULD BE THE NEW BEGINNING OF YOU. A whole new YOU! 2013 can be your best year ever if you choose to make it. It can be your best in fitness, nutrition, friendships,...

Monica Reinagel- The Nutrition Diva http://nutritiondiva.quickanddirtytips.com http://nutritiondiva.quickanddirtytips.com/bio by Leslie McCarroll With a name like Nutrition Diva, Monica Reinagel was the perfect fit for Aphrodite. I stumbled upon the masterminded “Diva” through her...

Donna TabooModel Location:Chicago, IL Age: 47 Children: 13 year old son Occupation:  Finance for a German car parts manufacturer. Q.How long have you been in fitness? A.Since high school. I was very avid in sports since I was 8 or 9 years old. I I played volleyball and softball in junior...

By Dan Shirley Gourmet Chef and Owner of Gourmet To Go http://www.gourmet-togo-catering.com Model: Chelsea Marie MUA: Chanelle Sisia Body Paint: Lynzie Reucker Here are some fruits that have been known to be a aphrodisiacs and are great for skinny dipping in chocolate! Bring on the dopamine! :...

By Dan Shirley Owner and Chef of Gourmet to Go http://www.gourmet-togo-catering.com Model: Chelsea Marie MUA: Chanelle Sisia Body Paint: Lynzie Reucker Jeweler: Michelle Paulsen The best way to use food to increase sexual arousal and intimacy is to set aside a date night that both you...

Valentine’s Day Wines: Go back to your childhood by Martin Cody Owner of Cellar Angels and Aphrodite Board of Expert A selection of pleasing wine offerings for Valentine’s Day has been made far too complicated by magazines, greeting card manufacturers and perhaps the wine...

You can have your cheesecake and EAT it TOO this Valentine’s Day with this Yummy low-fat cheesecake recipe from Dan Shirley, owner of Gourmet To Go! Low Fat Honey Grahams, crushed (about 1/4 cup) 3 pkg. (8 oz. each)  Fat Free Cream Cheese, softened 3/4 cup sugar 1 tsp. lemon...

Top Ten Skin Care Tips for winter by Makeup Artist & Aphrodite Board of Expert Courtney Hurley “Oh the weather outside is frightful but your skin looks so delightful.” Some blessed ones get a warm rosy glow through winter, while the rest of us have uncomfortable dryness and...

  Tammy Marie CEO and Founder of Iron Angels Fitness &Figure Model and Competitor Birth date:  May 5 Height:  5’4” Tammy Marie Weight:  114 Measurements:  34C-24-34 Hair:  Brown with Blonde highlights Eyes:  Blue Born and raised in Bay City, Mi. Years competing:  1...

Jeannie Brown Jeannie Brown Fitness Competitor & Iron Angel Height: 5′ 6 Weight: 118 lbs. Age:59   At 59, Jeannie Brown, personal trainer and fitness competitor, is proud to have maintained a high level of fitness for the past three decades. It hasn’t always been easy to...

“Thirteen Ways to Tame the Devil Within in 2013”    Jen Harned Adams, PhD     The New Year is a great time for new goals. Here are thirteen ways you can turn away from the dark side and walk into a light and bright New Year.   Stop eating junk: Promising to make a major...

 Sharon Dahl Current Age:  51  Height: 5’2”  Current Weight:  99 14% Body Fat  • Dress Size :  0 petite/ 24 jean  • Started Training Regiment (Date)Sept 2006  • Original Weight: 115 34% Body Fat  • Original Dress: Size 6P • How long did the transformation take?  Lost...

  Kerri Baker  Age: 36 Height: 5’9″ Current weight: 140 Dress size: 2-4 Started training Regiment 3 years ago Original weight 239 Original Dress Size 18 Q.How long did the transformation take? A. A  few years Q.What were your original eating habits? A. I used to eat...

5 Tricks I Use To Get Celebrities Camera Ready by Kyle Brown~Celebrity Personal Trainer http://fit365.com/   With all of the award shows going on, celebrities are under the microscope the second they step onto the red carpet and therefore need to make sure they show up looking their best....

Not Just another New Year’s Resolution Written By: Fitness Expert/ I.F.B.B. Fitness Professional Laticia “Action”Jackson   Define Your Goals First resolutions are often short lived expected lifestyle changes that require effort on a yearly day-to-day basis.  For some reason, the...

Are you ready to get ARMtastic for the Spring? by Laticia “Action” Jackson   The winter months are breezing by and before we know it the spring will be here. Most of us have spent the winter months bundled in layers of clothes but the time is closely approaching where we will...

You don’t have to go it alone! How to help you and your partner get healthy! by Dr. Jennifer Harned Adams,  Phd http://www.bloomhealthdenver.com/   We’ve all had times when we’ve worried about making healthier choices for ourselves…. but what about when your worry is...

Why being “mommy” to everyone in your life is hurting you!! by Dr. Jennifer Harned Adams,  Phd http://www.bloomhealthdenver.com/   If you ask yourself or your friends who they take care of, you’ll likely get a long list – partners, children, friends, parents, siblings,...

With spring upon us and summer looming how do you tell the man in your life that all the junk food he ate through football and college basketball seasons has left him with more love handles than you can handle?  It’s easy if you understand one basic principle; it isn’t that we don’t...

Modeling Etiquette by  Yvette Fintland    So you want to be a model. Ever heard the saying “first impression will make it or break it?” It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner model or a professional model.  You must always act professional and respectful towards your...

Breaking All the Rules-You’re never too old By Susan Thorn www.elanvitals.wordpress.com   Seriously? Think about it. When it comes to life, real everyday life, there are very few non-negotiable rules.  Except for the getting older and the dying, it’s all negotiable. While...

Internal Battle, External Results by Craig Nielson Certified Professional Life Coach www.myinternalimage.com   Why is weight loss and maintaining a healthy weight an internal battle? This is the time of year when many fall off their New Year’s resolution to get in shape despite...

Cultural Flair with Ginger in the Kitchen by Lindzie St.Martin  If you’ve ever wanted try adding some cultural twist to your cooking at home, using ginger is a great way to start.  Ginger is one of many frequently used spices in Indian cuisine, and if you’ve ever had any,...

How to not eat-The Seven Deadly Sins Susan Thorn How many times have you said to yourself “That’s it, I am never eating again!” And in the words of your BFF, aren’t you so very tired of hearing her groan “If I eat today just shoot me!”  Let’s face it, we all have to eat....

The Trainer Who Changed My Life! by Lindzie St. Martin   From the first moment I talked with John Caylor, I knew he was the right personal trainer for me.  He immediately had a game plan, and connected with that person in me who truly wanted to commit to making a change.  The very first...

John Caylor is a body transformation expert, fitness bootcamp instructor, and personal trainer in Coeur d’Alene, ID. Being in the industry for over 20 years, John has extreme knowledge into what programs and training philosophies have been most successful in helping his clients reach their...

Armed and Fabulous by Chip Schrager Spring and summer mean sleeveless shirts and sleeveless shirts mean that women are standing in front of mirrors across America swinging their arms to see if they’re jiggling in all the wrong places. So how do you defy gravity and reach a point where you...

How To Empower Around You by Craig Nielson Certified Professional Life Coach www.myinternalimage.com   Who do you know in your life who seems to have a perpetual dark cloud hanging above them?  You know the type.  The negative Nelly who is a friend, co-worker, or family member who...

Embracing Your Body By Larissa Thornton   I used to be “that” girl”. I used to be the girl who could walk in the juniors’ section and go to the rack and select what I saw in a magazine the day before. I used to be the girl who could live off French fries, pizza and wash it down...

Sweat Equity By Chip Schrager Whether you’re baking a cake, building a house or brushing your teeth you need the right tools to get the job done; the same holds true for working out. Oh sure anyone can throw on a pair of sneakers and shorts and work up a good sweat; but if you want to get...

How to Rise and Shine with the Best of Them A quartet of tips to get up better, faster, stronger By Susan Thorn People that get up faster and better than you are not any different than you. It’s like cardio, they don’t like it any more than you do, or do they? Getting up better most often...

Loving Love by Craig Nielson Certified Professional Life Coach www.myinternalimage.com   The famous Beatles song tell us “All you need is love.”  Love is likely  the most common subject in all of music.  Many songs have been written about love in many contexts.  Probably...

Stop Being the Bitch by Craig Nielson Certified Professional Life Coach www.myinternalimage.com   Mean people suck.  They suck the life out of you by whining, criticizing others, and putting them down.  Do you have one of these types in your circle of friends?  If not, it could...

Recipe by Lindzie St. Martin You may occasionally wonder how to recreate your favorite Asian recipes at home.  Well, if stir-fry has been a mystery, don’t fret.  Another way to make sure your flavors come together well, the next time you pull out a wok or large fry pan, be sure to...

Tofu with Peanut Ginger Sauce by Lindzie St. Martin Sauce: 5 tablespoons water 4 tablespoons smooth natural peanut butter 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon Bragg’s liquid amino or low-sodium soy sauce 2 teaspoons agave nectar 2 teaspoons minced ginger 2 cloves garlic, minced Tofu...

Carrot Ginger Soup by Lindzie St. Martin Carrot soup with ginger is a nutritious and low fat soup recipe with just a touch of sweetness and a touch of spice. This carrot and ginger soup recipe is both vegetarian and vegan. Ingredients: 3 tbsp olive oil 1/2 yellow onion, diced 1/4 cup fresh...

Best for Cholesterol All fruits and vegetables have health benefits to offer, but some are better than others. Among the Best: Avocados. Although this is one of the few fruits high in fat, it’s mainly monounsaturated fat. Several studies find that eating one avocado a day can lower your LDL...