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Happy 2019 everyone! As we ring in the new year, are you like me, asking yourself “where did 2018 go?” Many of the resolutions from one year ago may or may not have been realized. We may have experienced a detour or a momentary pause in the goals we set for ourselves. But guess what?, that…
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Millions of Americans are taking dietary supplements in hopes of achieving optimal health. But B12 is one vitamin too few are aware they may be deficient in. So what is B12 and why is it important? B12 also known as Cobalamin is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential for nerve cell function, DNA synthesis…
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Great news for coffee lovers. Coffee drinkers may live longer according to a new study published by the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). For a 10 year period, researchers followed nearly 500,000 adults in the United Kingdom and found that more coffee appears to be better. Here is what the study found: COFFEE…
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Okay, its mid week and perhaps you are running low on energy. You are feeling a little stressed thinking about the demands at work and wondering if you have the stamina to follow through on the responsibilities waiting for you at home. The idea of slaving in front of a hot stove tonight doesn’t seem…
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“Clean your plate!” How often did you hear that as a child? From childhood we are encouraged to eat until our stomach is full and stretched to the max. Compounding the situation, our plates are pilled high with large portions of food. Unfortunately, we carry this learned behavior into adulthood. Eating large portions is an…
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Quick Tip: Avoid unhealthy creamers, sugar and artificial sweeteners in your morning cup of coffee or green tea. Coffee and green tea contain caffeine. Caffeine can help suppress appetite and boost metabolism. But the effects of caffeine is negated when unhealthy creamers and sweeteners are added. Creamers, sugar and artificial sweeteners are void of nutritional…
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For me, nothing quenches my thirst more than water. I love the taste and I love how it makes me feel. Unfortunately, not many folks share my love of water. Instead, many opt for sugar-sweetened beverages such as juice, soda, beer, alcohol, coffee or tea. Non-water beverages are tasteful and palatable, however they are empty…
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Fruits and vegetables are a great source of minerals and vitamins. Eating foods rich in minerals and vitamins is both healing and satisfying to the body. Bananas in particular are a tasty fruit rich in Potassium and Vitamin C. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), a medium banana contains upwards of 422…
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When prepared the right way, salads as a main meal or side dish can help you lose weight and keep you satiated. But let’s face it, salads can get boring. Make a salad come to life by adding color. You can do this by mixing a variety of fresh colorful fruits and vegetables. As your…
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Are you suffering from insomnia? Is the recommended eight hours of uninterrupted sleep eluding you? If you answered yes, you should know that one potential cause of insomnia is your cell phone and/or other electronic devices. Surfing the internet, connecting with social media apps and watching television before your bedtime can be detrimental to your health.…
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Ida Keeling is a 100 year old female who became an internet sensation last week after she became the oldest woman to complete a 100-meter race at the Penn Relays in Philadelphia. Her fitness journey began at the mere age of 67 and she has been going strong since. If she can do what she…
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Greek yogurt has become a popular food choice. There are dozens of brands to choose from. It can be a dizzying experience trying to decide which greek yogurt is the best. Before going over what to look for in greek yogurt, it’s important to know what greek yogurt actually is. Regular yogurt is made…
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