HEALTHY EATING Eating better for your heart doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, making some small substitutions in your diet each day can add up to better health. It doesn’t require a big investment of time or money to make these changes: Instead of: Crackers or chips Try: Unsalted nuts and seeds Crackers and […]
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HEALTHY EATING Healthy foods like vegetables and fruits have lots of nutrients and fewer calories. Eating a diet with plenty of vegetables and fruit can help you lose weight. Soup is a comforting way to enjoy vegetables (and sometimes fruit) of the season. It’s warm, easy to eat and may help you fill up. In
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HEALTHY EATING Spring is fresh greens season. Lettuce, kale, arugula, swiss chard, and spinach are among the first fruits of the garden due to their cold tolerance and rapid growth. While they are easy to grow, their delicate leaves and short shelf life mean they won’t last long in your fridge. How you clean and
SELF-CARE CORNER Your habits during the day have a significant influence on how well you sleep. From the moment you open your eyes in the morning, the choices you make determine whether your body will be ready to rest at bedtime. Creating a sleep-minded daily routine will set the stage for a good night’s rest.
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HEALTHY EATING While many factors that affect fertility are beyond your control, lifestyle habits are something you can change for the better when trying to conceive. Eating a nutritious diet and maintaining a healthy weight put your body in the right condition for reproduction. Choosing a quality diet is an essential part of the process.
HEALTHY EATING If you try a complete diet overhaul at once, you may get overwhelmed. You can make it easier by not doing too much at once. Focus on one or two things you want to change and stick with those. Keep comfort foods, but tweak them Many people think they must give up all
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BE FIT If you play sports, shoes are important. Wearing the wrong shoes can sideline you with foot injuries and pain. Follow these guidelines to keep feet happy. Basketball, tennis and volleyball shoes should have: * A thick, stiff sole that absorbs impact * High ankle construction for quick changes in direction * Lighter weight
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HEALTHY EATING The word “detox” is a popular term in diets today. Many detox diets and plans promise to help your body flush out toxins and get you healthier. Some detox diets follow extreme guidelines like: * Fasting (not eating) for long periods * Drinking only special detox drinks or juices * Using supplements or
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HEALTHY EATING Detox or cleansing diets are a popular way to make a change and cut calories quickly. But, do they really work? How do detox diets work? Detox diets use a variety of techniques in an attempt to “cleanse” the body. These include: * Fasting * Juicing * Herbs * Supplements * Colon cleanses
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SELF-CARE CORNER If you or a family member sleepwalks, you may know the signs well. It often involves doing some of the following during sleep: * Sitting up * Walking around * Talking * Getting food or eating When a person is sleepwalking, it can be confusing or even frightening for others in the house.
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