The best health foods you can buy are: fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and lowfat milk. Eat them daily. … Read More
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We all carry trillions of microbes in and on our bodies but only recently have we come to appreciate their importance to our health. Humans and their microbes have co-evolved to function and survive together. We know these organisms are important warriors fighting off unhealthy invaders. What we don’t know is who is residing inside … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
Although we are big advocates of eating fruits and vegetables both of these drinks are a good alternative to soda and other presweetened fruit drinks.
V8 Fusion Sparkling comes in an 8.4 ounce can (an excellent serving size), is 50% juice, and provides 1 serving of fruit/vegetable. When kids are clamoring for soda, this is a better alternative. For adults who regularly drink soda or other sweetened drinks, V8 Fusion Sparkling drinks are a far healthier choice. … Read More
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Believe it or not, you develop a greater sensitivity to sodium as you get older. Cutting down on salt becomes even more important to help keep your blood pressure down. … Read More
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In a small study, were 3/4 of the subjects were overweight, those men who ate more total fat and saturated (butter, cheese, meat, whole milk, bacon) had lower sperm quality. Those who ate more omega-3 fats (fish, olives, flaxseeds, walnuts, oysters) had more normal sperm. Choosing healthier fats can increase a couple’s success of getting … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
As an alternative to more calorie-dense potato chips, Special K has introduced Popcorn Chips in 2 flavors – Butter and Sweet & Salty. … Read More
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Keep an eye on your diet. Those who eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains reduce their risk for age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) by 35%. ARMD affects 1.75 million Americans and is the leading cause of blindness in older adults. … Read More
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Drinking a moderate amount of alcohol is healthy. But, exactly how much is considered moderate? Researchers in England used math modeling to figure out how much alcohol you need to gain a health benefit. It was far less then you might think. They showed that a half glass of wine (1/2 cup or 4 ounces) … Read More
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We recently had the opportunity to cook with two lines of nonstick skillets – Emeril Stainless Steel 8-inch and 12-inch Skillets and Technique 8-inch and 10.5 inch Enamel Lightweight Cast Iron Frypan Set. … Read More
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Lower the sodium. Simply draining and rinsing canned beans will low their sodium value by 40%. … Read More
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