Diet and nutrition are two key elements in maintaining a healthy lifestyle at any age. What you’re putting into your body can have a huge impact on your overall health. Stay informed on the latest news, trends and studies, so you can live a healthier life every day.
If there’s one thing people are good at, it’s lying to themselves. Usually these are little half-truths, the kind of fibs that make us feel a bit better about a decision we made or actions we take. In a lot of these cases, these little lies are pretty harmless. But what about when these lies […]
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Optimal snacks give kids more energy and help regulate mood, too. It’s hard for the little ones to manage their emotions when their blood sugar has taken a nosedive after a less-than-stellar snack. Here are 10 snack ideas that will give them energy and keep them happy from sunrise to sunset!
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According to dietary recommendations from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Americans aren’t eating enough whole grains. Six ounces of whole grains per day provides vital energy (via carbohydrates)—as well as a variety of vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals. However, incorporating more whole grains into your diet is one thing—while cooking them is another! If you […]
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Seafood can make an excellent addition to a diet. Fish—which is often low in unhealthy fat and high in healthy fat—in particular makes for a healthy meal. But not all fish is created equally. Some catches have become highly contaminated with metals and dangerous chemicals while others shouldn’t be eaten because doing so threatens delicate ecosystems.
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The following 10 tips will not only ease one into the aging process without too much shock, but also help to decrease the risk of chronic disease, injury, and may even lead us into our 90’s drama free, independent (and still looking relatively radiant in the process).
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