Nutrition See how much more you can eat when you choose nutrient-dense foods over ones with the same number of calories, but less healthy nutrients. Frosted doughnut, coffee, nondairy creamer and sugar Calories: 325; Total Fat: 16 grams Fiber: 1 gram Hot dog, chips and cola Calories: 570; Total Fat: 25 grams Fiber: 2 grams […]
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Nutrition While Eskimos probably eat more fat than any other group of people, very few Eskimos get heart disease. The answer to this medical puzzle seems to lie in their fish-rich diet. Cold-water fish like salmon and mackerel contain abundant amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, special substances that seem to benefit the body by: *
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Fitness Treadmills, stationary bikes, trampolines, rowing machines, and cross-country ski simulators have been called dream machines because people sometimes expect belts, cogs, pulleys, and wheels to help make all their fitness dreams come true. And exercise equipment is a universal fixture in many homes as well as health clubs. This “hardware for soft bodies” can
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Nutrition Polyunsaturated or monounsaturated oils are often called the good fats because small amounts may actually help to reduce cholesterol levels. They include: * Canola or rapeseed oil (monounsaturated). * Corn oil (polyunsaturated). * Olive oil (monounsaturated). * Peanut oil (monounsaturated). * Safflower oil (polyunsaturated). * Sesame oil (polyunsaturated). * Soybean oil (polyunsaturated). Monounsaturated oils
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Nutrition 7 Servings, about 1/2 cup Ingredients: Juice of 1 lime 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, finely minced 3 Tbsp. cilantro, chopped 1/8 tsp. oregano, finely crushed 2 serrano or jalapeno peppers, finely chopped 6 tomatoes, preferably Roma (or 3 large tomatoes) 1/8 tsp. salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2 avocado, diced
Substance Use & Abuse Support and gentle guidance may be key to recovery. It’s hard to be supportive and caring when you’re watching a person you love destroy him or herself with drugs and/or alcohol. People who abuse alcohol or other drugs may not be able to admit they have a problem. If family members
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Fitness Join a charity walk, run, or bike ride. If you are struggling to find a reason to get off your duff and exercise, go online and find a cause that interests you – Alzheimer’s disease, animal welfare, breast cancer, heart disease, multiple sclerosis, etc. Chances are there is a fitness-related fund-raiser in your area
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Nutrition 4 Servings, 1-1/4 cups each Ingredients: 3 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped 1/2 cup cucumber, seeded and chopped 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped 2 green onions, sliced 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 2 cups low-sodium vegetable juice cocktail 1/2 tsp. basil, dried 1/4 tsp. hot pepper sauce 1 clove garlic, minced Directions: In a large
Nutrition To get needed nutrients, vary your food choices. Whole Grains Foods made from grains (like wheat, rice, and oats) help form the base of a nutritious diet. They provide vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates (starch and dietary fiber), and substances called phytochemicals (plant chemicals) that are important for good health. Grain products are low in fat,
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Nutrition Fit more fiber into your regular routine. Fiber is good for many reasons. It aids in digestion, relieves constipation, and normalizes bowel movements. Studies have shown that it can help with weight loss, diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease. More specifically, it lowers bad cholesterol in the blood and reduces the risk for developing coronary
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