Sugar can be responsible for weight gain because it contains a lot of calories and tends to be present in the types of food that people have cravings for such as chocolate and other sweet foods. As with any type of food, if you eat too much of these sugary foods then you will gain weight…

"Labs Evolve to Advance Patient Care"

Banner Health is taking a new regional approach to how its medical testing labs work, and work together, to better serve northern Colorado.

See page 32 at http://issuu.com/lydiasstyle/docs/2014-07_medical-web to read the whole story.

The 8th Annual Incredible, Edible Gluten-Free Food Fair will be held at the Denver Mart on Sunday August 17th  from 10am - 4pm.   Come sample gluten-free baked goods, flours, breads, beers, desserts and much much more.  There will be over 100 gluten free vendors from around the nation so don't miss out on finding some new gluten-free favorites!!  See our website for more info: www.denverceliacs.org or call 303-819-5531

The Colorado Angels Pageant is a pageant specifically for individuals with special needs, both male and female, ages birth to 30.  The 2^nd annual pageant will be held Saturday, August 2, 2014.  Anyone with a medically diagnosed physical or intellectual impairment is invited to participate.  Registration is free.  Hair, makeup, wardrobe, and professional photography will also be provided free of charge. 

This is not your typical pageant, it is a…

While my wife is viewing wildlife in Africa (literally!), I've been observing some wildlife in my neighborhood - a Cooper's Hawk nest with three super-duper cute Hawklets - more pictures and info at that link.