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Don’t Believe the Hype! What Fast Food Menus Don’t Reveal

Everyone seems to be on the healthy track these days; even fast food restaurants. Menus that have long advertised foods high in trans fats, sodium, and calories are now graced with seemingly healthier choices. But, are they healthier? We, as consumers, rely on food producers and merchants to be transparent when it comes to the production and selling of foods. Honesty, is the least we … Continue reading Don’t Believe the Hype! What Fast Food Menus Don’t Reveal

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Buy the Best Food You Can Afford

When it comes to having good health, don’t let your pockets be the controlling factor. A lack of funds shouldn’t be an excuse for not eating healthy. Instead, buy the best food that your money will allow. We all know that fresh fruits and vegetables are expensive. And, it seems that all foods that are good for you are just as costly. But, with a … Continue reading Buy the Best Food You Can Afford

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Take Baby Steps Towards Healthy Eating

If you’ve been thinking a lot about eating healthier, but can’t seem to find the discipline to do so, then try working towards healthy eating by taking baby steps. Instead of being so critical of yourself for not having the strength to just jump in, move towards your ultimate goal one step at a time. It is more important that you reach the goal of … Continue reading Take Baby Steps Towards Healthy Eating

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Avoid Salad Boredom with These Recipe Ideas

Although I’ve been vegetarian for over 30 years, I still find myself getting bored with eating the same foods day after day. I particularly get this feeling when it comes to salad. Sure, salads are great, but eating a plate of lettuce every day can get boring. What keeps me from getting salad boredom is a little creativity. Each time I make a salad I … Continue reading Avoid Salad Boredom with These Recipe Ideas

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Do You Know What’s Hiding in Your Food?

Before you buy that box of macaroni and cheese, or that frozen pizza, ask yourself if you really know what’s hiding in your food? The answer is probably No. Many of us are not aware of how to read food labels or what ingredients we need to avoid. Many frozen and processed foods contain unhealthy amounts of sodium, sugar, and fat. High levels of these … Continue reading Do You Know What’s Hiding in Your Food?

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The Diet for Healthy Heart and Long Life

Are you confused about all the information on healthy diets and not sure which diet is right for you? And, are you looking for a healthy diet that is flexible and easy to follow? Well, take another look at the Mediterranean Diet. It is highly recommended, by the USDA, as one of the healthiest diets for adults. Let’s take a look at why the Mediterranean … Continue reading The Diet for Healthy Heart and Long Life

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Healthy Super Bowl Snacks

Instead of serving store-bought snacks high in calories, fat, and sodium, try preparing healthier snacks at your Super Bowl party. Check out the healthy Super Bowl recipes below from EatingWell. You’re sure to score winning points with your guests! (photo courtesy of EatingWell.com) Southwestern Layered Bean Dip (photo courtesy of EatingWell.com) Boneless Buffalo Wings (photo courtesy of EatingWell.com) Creamy Spinach Dip (photo courtesy of EatingWell.com) … Continue reading Healthy Super Bowl Snacks

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Folic Acid Awareness Week – January 8 – 14

This week will bring national attention to folic acid: a necessary vitamin for the prevention of birth defects. Taking folic acid before and during pregnancy can greatly reduce the risk of birth defects, including spina bifada, in a baby’s brain and spinal cord . The Centers for Disease Control recommends that child-bearing women need 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid every day. Women can get … Continue reading Folic Acid Awareness Week – January 8 – 14

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Healthy Start to the New Year

My new year is off to a healthy start! I prepared my first salad of 2012. I broke my Sunday tradition of preparing a time-consuming meal and instead prepared a simple salad — took all of about 25 minutes from start to finish. I decided to top my salad with baked salmon. Since fresh salmon was a little costly at my neighborhood grocer, I elected … Continue reading Healthy Start to the New Year

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