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Staying Hydrated with Fruits & Vegetables
It‘s getting hot in here! I mean really hot. Summer is in full swing and by the 4th of July most of the country is going to be engulfed in the 100+ heat wave. During this time staying hydrated is key. However, did you know that one of the best places to get water is through your food? The water found in fruits and vegetables can actually assimilate into your cells better than drinking water alone. Now, please don’t read that as your … Continue reading
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Will Going Gluten Free Benefit Your Health?
Over the last few months “Gluten Free” has become increasingly popular as a diet and health trend. However, few people really understand what gluten is and how it can impact their health. So, what is gluten? Gluten is a protein that is typically found in many grains. It is used to enhance the flavor and consistency of many foods. It is also used as a thickener, which is why you’ll find it in many soups and condiments like ketchup and … Continue reading
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Heart Healthy Meals for Lovers
February kicks off American Heart Month and right smack in the middle of the month is Valentine’s Day! In honor of both events, I wanted to share 3 of my favorite Heart Healthy Recipes that not only show your sweetheart that you love them, but that you also want to help keep them around for years to come! Chicken Tikka Masala Heart Healthy Ingredient: Tumeric Tumeric is found in most Indian curries and is what gives American mustard that yellow hue. … Continue reading
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Juicing: Healthy or Hype?
Although juicing has been around for ages, it has gained in popularity over the past year as an “elixir of health.” As with everything, this is part truth and part trend. Here are the facts so you can determine if juicing is right for you: The concept behind juicing is that you can quickly and easily get the vitamins and minerals from a ton of fruits and vegetables in one nutrient-dense package! You also remove the fiber so, in theory, the … Continue reading
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4 Foods to Avoid!
There was an excellent article in the November issue of Prevention Magazine discussing the 7 Foods That Should Never Cross Your Lips. I’ve actually narrowed that list down to 4 (because 7 may be too hard to remember) and weighed in with my own opinion about some excellent alternatives! Canned Tomatoes – I’m actually going to expand this to all canned vegetables. The main danger of canned vegetables (specifically the acidic ones like tomatoes) is that the cans contain a synthetic estrogen called BPA, which can … Continue reading
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Two Ways to Stay Healthy Through the Holidays
It’s official … the holidays are here! This special time of year is full of friends, family, fun….and temptation! Everywhere you look there are enticing pastries and evening cocktails at holiday parties. However, all is not lost! There are two simple ways to stay healthy and energized over the holidays so you can welcome 2012 with a smile and for the ladies, your skinny jeans! Tip #1 – Snacking. When life gets busy, planning your meals is the first thing to … Continue reading
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