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September 6, 2010 Although caffeine can help perk us up in the morning or mid-afternoon,... |
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September 13, 2010 Did you know that sodium (salt) is so abundant in our food supply that... |
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September 20, 2010 The average person burns over 200 calories for every 10 minutes of wal... |
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September 27, 2010 Did you know that vitamin C is affected by oxygen exposure, pH, heat, ... |
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August 1, 2010 Did you know that consuming 1 can of pop/soda per day means that you w... |
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August 8, 2010 With the summer here, BBQ season is upon us. It is important to practi... |
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August 15, 2010 Did you know that blueberries have the greatest antioxidant activity a... |
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August 22, 2010 Barbequeing is a very quick method of cooking as the grill surface hea... |
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August 29, 2010 Omega-3 fatty acids are known to protect against heart disease and cer... |
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July 4, 2010 With summer on here and camping season already begun, it’s important t... |
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July 11, 2010 Healthy eating definitely requires some time and energy. Before you he... |
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July 18, 2010 Strength training, such as lifting weights, helps to build and maintai... |
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June 6, 2010 Flaxseeds are a great source of cancer fighting lignans, heart healthy... |
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June 13, 2010 Which is better: a donut or a muffin? Well, it’s important to check th... |
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June 20, 2010 Increasing physical activity does have to disrupt your life rather it ... |
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June 25, 2010 Hot days often mean stopping to buy a tasty, icy, cold beverage. But b... |
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June 27, 2010 Want to increase your intake of fruits and vegetables? Try this: have ... |
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May 2, 2010 Studies have shown that people who track their daily food intake are m... |
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May 9, 2010 Detox diets and body cleanses are dietary plans that claim to have det... |
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May 16, 2010 Nuts and seeds are a great source of vitamins and minerals and a good ... |
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May 23, 2010 Chocolate made from cocoa beans are known to be rich in plant compound... |
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May 30, 2010 When reading food labels, take note of how much sodium is in the produ... |
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April 4, 2010 Popcorn is considered a whole grain and contains may nutrients such as... |
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April 11, 2010 The next time you finish a rigourous workout, you may want to replenis... |
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April 18, 2010 Did you know that not getting enough sleep can interfer with weight lo... |
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April 25, 2010 Can't start your day without a good cup of coffee? Well, be sure to ch... |
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March 7, 2010 Did you know that non-dairy coffee whiteners may be cholesterol free b... |
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March 14, 2010 Got the munchies? Keep your fridge stocked with fresh cut veggies and ... |
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March 21, 2010 If you are trying to manage your waistline, then you really need to mo... |
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March 28, 2010 With Easter fast approaching and Peter Cottontail bearing down on us, ... |
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February 7, 2010 When we think of milk and dairy products, we think of strong bones and... |
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February 14, 2010 Having a hard time getting motivated to exercise? Consider using a ped... |
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February 21, 2010 Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest large amounts of lactos... |
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February 24, 2010 Did you know that sports drinks are designed to be consumed only durin... |
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February 28, 2010 Most of us know that exercise is necessary for weight management and g... |
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January 3, 2010 Breakfast is truly the most important meal of the day. Research has sh... |
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January 10, 2010 Many of us know the “right” foods to eat, but often we eat too much. O... |
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January 17, 2010 One of the best ways to increase your metabolism is by moving more! Ac... |
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January 24, 2010 Want to try a new snack? How about edamame? These are soybeans that ar... |
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January 31, 2010 You may have heard or seen the word “prebiotics” in relation to probio... |
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December 6, 2009 Canned beans are often a quick and nutritious source of protein and fi... |
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December 13, 2009 Going out for supper? If you are having steak, avoid the prime rib as ... |
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December 20, 2009 What common household grocery product can help strengthen bones, teeth... |
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December 27, 2009 Whole wheat vs whole grain or multi grain…what is the difference? The ... |
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November 1, 2009 Halloween season can be time of chocolate and candy temptation. As if ... |
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November 8, 2009 As cold and flu season is upon us, it’s important to boost our body’s ... |
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November 15, 2009 There are two major types of omega-3 fatty acids in fish and fish oils... |
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November 22, 2009 “Probiotics” are live bacteria that beneficially affect the stomach an... |
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November 29, 2009 Berries rank on the top of the fruit list due to their rich antioxidan... |
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October 4, 2009 Do you need a multi-vitamin? If you are in good health, then a well ba... |
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October 11, 2009 Did you know that most people underestimate their daily caloric intake... |
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October 18, 2009 When our weight starts to climb gradually over the years ( 1 – 2 pound... |
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October 25, 2009 Are you at a weight-loss plateau? Are you finding it difficult to loss... |
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September 20, 2009 Vitamin D is an important nutrient for the development of strong bones... |
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September 27, 2009 Eat your greens! Research shows that eating dark green vegetables can ... |
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August 23, 2009 The American Institute for Cancer Research suggests that marinating me... |
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July 12, 2009 Tomatoes are a great source of lycopenes – an antioxidant that protect... |
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July 19, 2009 Grilling is not only a healthier way of cooking, but it also uses less... |
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July 26, 2009 Approximately 60% of our body is made up of water. Therefore, it is im... |
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May 31, 2009 The word “light” or “lite” is often used on food labels to describe a ... |
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April 5, 2009 To keep nuts and seeds fresh, divide them into little snack bags and f... |
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April 12, 2009 Add a teaspoon of water when browning ground beef as this will help pu... |
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April 19, 2009 Did you know that peppers with 3 bumps on the bottom are sweeter and b... |
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April 26, 2009 When you have a spoonful or two of leftover vegetables after a meal (l... |
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March 1, 2009 For fluffier, whiter rice, add one teaspoon of lemon juice per 1 litre... |
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March 8, 2009 When picking a melon, smell it for freshness and ripeness. Check to se... |
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March 15, 2009 All-purpose flour is blended during milling to achieve a protein conte... |
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March 22, 2009 To create a moist meatloaf, put your dried breadcrumbs aside. Instead,... |
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March 29, 2009 To make your own low-sodium chicken/turkey stock, place leftover carca... |
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February 1, 2009 Lettuce keeps better if you store it in your refrigerator without wash... |
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February 8, 2009 For juicier hamburger, add cold water to the beef before grilling. Add... |
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February 15, 2009 To get more juice out of your lemons, microwave it for 15 seconds and ... |
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February 22, 2009 The best way to store fresh celery is to wrap it in aluminum foil and ... |
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January 11, 2009 To make a fat-free broth, chill the broth in the refrigerator or freez... |
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January 18, 2009 Romaine lettuce has three times as much vitamin C and six times as muc... |
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January 25, 2009 To keep cauliflower white while cooking, add a little milk to the wate... |
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