Give Thanks for a Healthy Thanksgiving

Give Thanks for a Healthy Thanksgiving

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

There are plenty of things to be thankful for this year — like celebrating the holiday in a healthy style. If you’re one of those folks who overdoes it every Thanksgiving, this is the year to start anew by adopting some diet-smart traditions. By following these helpful hints, you can…

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Take a Hike for Health

Take a Hike for Health

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

The changing fall foliage makes this time of year perfect to get out into the great outdoors for a hike. It’s a great way to exercise with friends, or just go out alone and enjoy nature. It’s a more appealing way to get in a workout than plodding along on…

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Muscles: Order Please!

Muscles: Order Please!

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

There are benefits of working out muscles in a certain order. Training large muscle groups first when your energy level is the highest usually works best. These muscles include thighs, chest and back. The smaller muscles like forearms, biceps and triceps should be saved for last. Strengthening your muscles through…

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A Key Ingredient To Weight Loss

A Key Ingredient To Weight Loss

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Like the old song says, “we all need somebody to lean on.” And it’s no different with weight loss. Having a support system in place is an integral part of your weight-loss success – whether it’s friends and family, co-workers, a weight-loss group, a nutritionist, a counselor or somebody else….

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Are You a Grazer?

Are You a Grazer?

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Preparing your own meals at home is a great way to reduce portion size, fat and calories. But be careful of all the sampling and tasting that’s so tempting to do while you’re cooking. A taste of that fettuccine or a nibble on that loaf of fresh hot bread or…

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Simple Ways to Increase Your Activity

Simple Ways to Increase Your Activity

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

When most people think of boosting their physical activity, hitting the gym is usually the first thing that comes to mind. For some, the mere thought of working out can be extremely daunting. What they probably don’t realize is that it’s possible to kick your fitness level up another notch…

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Bring Your Own Snacks to Outings

Bring Your Own Snacks to Outings

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

When you attend a theme park or a ball game, it’s easy to fall prey to concession stands offering hot dogs, sodas, cheese nachos and other high-calorie favorites. Instead of buying into fattening fare, pack your own cooler. Bring along bottled water, cold cuts, fresh fruit, pretzels and other convenient…

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The Truth About Tuna

The Truth About Tuna

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Like a fish in water — not oil. Fish such as salmon and tuna are rich in omega-3 fatty acids which reduce total blood fats, lower bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol. Although fresh tuna is the best way to go, canned tuna is often most affordable and convenient. Be…

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A Workout with a Real One-Two Punch

A Workout with a Real One-Two Punch

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Feel like you’re ready to kick butt with your fitness regimen? Then add a cardio kickboxing class to your fitness repertoire. You’ll get a leg up on feeling physically fit by engaging in a workout that’s a combination of aerobic and resistance training. We’re talking about cardio kickboxing, a workout…

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