Posts Tagged ‘food’
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Despite the climbing number of Americans who are overweight, there is also a segment of the population who are “underweight.” Pure envy is what I have for those who are trying to gain weight. Nevertheless, for those who struggle with gaining, their challenges are as real as those trying to lose weight. Shocking as it may seem, this information is…
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Yes, we are still talking about born to move and some people want to know why my targeted population is the “mature woman”. My answer is that we as “mature woman” need encouragement and information readily available to move us into action, right now. If we think about it too long and do not take action right away….we will go…
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Will Late-Night Noshing Make Me Fat? everydayhealth.com Ask Charles Platkin, the Diet Detective Q: I’ve always heard that you shouldn’t eat after 8 p.m. But I get the worst cravings at night. Can I eat late at night or will it go straight to my hips? A: I’m glad you asked this question because it’s one of the biggest misconceptions…
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Most people think that as long as they eat fruit, regardless of when they eat it or how it’s prepared, they provide vitamins and nutrients. This is far from the truth. WHEN? Eat fruit on an empty stomach. Typically, we eat fruit like a dessert, after our meal. Fruit should be eaten on an empty stomach, i.e., the first…
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Ever tossed out fresh fruits or vegetables that spoiled before you had a chance to eat them? How you store them impacts how fresh your produce will stay. Here’s some advice in storing these precious commodities: Apples – Room temperature up to 7 days or refrigerate in a plastic bag beyond that timeframe. Bananas – Room temperature, both ripe and…
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Did you know the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s can actually lead to long term weight gain? We all know that one of the best parts of the holiday season is the food. We eat things we don’t normally eat and begin to gain extra pounds. According to the New England Journal of Medicine, the average weight gain over…
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DID YOU KNOW? The digestive system is made up of a series of hollow organs that connect to form a digestive tract from the mouth to the anus. Food digestion starts in your mouth and then goes through your esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, colon, and rectum. Two other organs, the liver and the pancreas, contribute important digestive juices….
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1. Food is fuel for your body. Don’t be cheap. Demand the best! It is more expensive to eat healthy, but if you base your diet on fruits, vegetables, whole grains and beans, you’ll find that these simple ingredients don’t break the bank. Fresh foods taste better and will give you more bang for your buck nutrition-wise. Also make sure…
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1/4 cup plain yogurt 1/2 cup oatmeal 2 tablespoons of honey Directions ? Finely grind the oatmeal in a blender or food processor. Set aside. ? In a small bowl, stir together honey and yogurt, and then add ground oatmeal. ? Mix thoroughly until a smooth paste consistency has been reached. ? Smooth over your face and neck….
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According to Rosalyn Carson-DeWitt, MD, these foods are beneficial to your skin and hair: * Olive Oil * Oatmeal * Turmeric * Honey * Pumpkin * Salmon * Seaweed * Green Tea * Aloe * Acai Berries
