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4 Secret Tips to Living Longer!
I’m always looking for information that adds to a healthier and better quality of life. Recently, while semi-watching ‘The Doctors,’ I overheard the discussion about secret tips to living longer. Well, this was certainly information I wanted to share. I wasn’t too surprised by the secrets revealed, but the information was a reaffirmation that there […]
MoreHealthy, Food Trends of 2012
The end of year is usually a time of reflection, and with the ending of 2012 just around the corner, I thought I’d take a moment to reflect on some of the healthy food trends of 2012. This list is by no means exhaustive, but it lists some of the trends that made it to […]
MorePump Up Your Salad!
In last week’s post, I talked about the health benefits of eating salad, and the nutritional value of various vegetables used in salads. Whether you’re looking to lose weight or get healthy, eating salad is the way to go! But, did you know that you can ‘Pump Up’ the health benefits of your salad even […]
MoreChange Your Habits for Good Health
Trying to develop a good habit, or break a bad one, can be challenging for most of us. We start the New Year with good intentions to exercise regularly, eat better, or quit smoking. But, after 60 days, we find ourselves ready to go back to our old habit: doing nothing. And, before you know […]
MoreLaugh a Day, May Keep Heart Attack Away!
I love a good laugh! There’s nothing like a side-aching, eye-tearing, hearty laugh. After a long, stressful day at work, my husband and I always get in a good laugh, during dinner, with one of our favorite comedy shows. A couple episodes of Martin, and we’ve had our fix for the day. We’ve all heard […]
MoreTake Heart!
Since February marks the observance of national heart month and the celebration of Valentine’s Day, I thought it only fitting to devote all of my posts in February on foods, tips, news, and advice for maintaining heart health. Each of my posts will focus on simple steps you can take to better the overall heart […]
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