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Tweet This Post Pin ItDigestion is not exactly a popular topic of conversation unless you happen to be an 8-year old. However, it is increasingly an area of concern for many people across the US. If you have looked at the laxative/anti-diarrheal section of a pharmacy lately, you can’t help but be amazed by [...]
Foodie Friday: Beets
Tweet This Post Beets are becoming increasingly popular as gourmet chefs & top restaurants incorporate them into menus for their earthy sweetness, beautiful colors, and high nutrient content. Though beets have the highest sugar content of any vegetable, they are low in calories, high in fiber and rich in folic acid, magnesium and potassium. [...]
Fast Food Consumption Linked to Depression
Tweet This Post In 2004, a revealing documentary came out called Super Size Me, which criticized fast food for playing a major role in the obesity epidemic. The documentary gained widespread recognition and helped to educate a broad audience about the negative health effects of consuming fast food on a regular basis. It is [...]
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Starbucks: The Good, The Bad, The BOMBS!
Tweet This Post Pin ItAdmit it, most of us love something at Starbucks, whether it’s the lemon pound cake, the Frappucinos, or yummy iced teas…but, what about the calories? And, since Starbucks now uses eco friendly cups, and has gone trans fat and high fructose corn syrup free shouldn’t there also be healthy options [...]
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The Power of Citrus Fruit
Tweet This Post Pin ItDo you eat enough fruit throughout the day? If you are like most Americans, then you are most likely falling short. The USDA recommends that the average adult consume 2 cups of fruit per day with no more than 1 cup of that coming from juice. This recommendation is based [...]
The 5 Healthiest Seeds
Tweet This Post Pin ItSeeds are often left out of the list of nutritious foods you should be eating. There are numerous types of seeds, and they can have different tastes as well health benefits. Seeds are extremely versatile and can be a quick and easy snack or incorporated into your meals. Here are [...]
10 Healthy Spring Foods
Tweet This Post Spring is arriving and with it an onslaught of fresh fruits and vegetables to be enjoyed. Nothing beats the flavor of a crisp asparagus tip or the crunch of a sweet radish picked at their prime. This spring, take advantage of all of the great produce available at your local farmers [...]
3 Ways to a Healthy Valentines Day
Tweet This Post The day of cupids and arrows is quickly approaching and love is in the air! Stores are lined with amorous cards, cutesy stuffed animals, and of course, loads of chocolate. Valentines Day can be a treacherous day for those watching their weight as it is filled with sweet temptations. However, it [...]
How To Beat Food Cravings
Tweet This Post Pin ItCravings- we all have them. Whether you have the urge for something salty, sweet, or in-between, giving in to every craving can really undo your healthy eating. Many things such as boredom, certain emotions, or locations can trigger cravings. Next time you have the urge to splurge, ask yourself, “Why [...]
7 Tips to Avoid Getting Sick Over the Holidays
Tweet This Post The holidays are a time for family: sharing gifts, catching up with relatives seen only once a year and sharing family stories from the year, sharing big feasts, and sharing laughs. But germs are not a thing anyone wants to share during the hustle and bustle of the holidays. A cold, [...]
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