Water Works: Hit the Pool

Water Works: Hit the Pool

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Don’t like to sweat it out? Struggle with even the most basic group class? Why not water down your workout by enrolling in a water aerobics class? For the person who has trouble with strength training, step or other high-impact classes, a water aerobics class might be just the exercise…

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Who Says It’s Not Easy Eating Green?

Who Says It’s Not Easy Eating Green?

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Come mealtime, you can’t lose by going green. We’re talking about stocking up on green fruits and vegetables that are chock-full of vitamins and nutrients. Getting your fill of those leafy greens is a good place to start. Leafy vegetables fit well with any healthy meal plan because they’re low…

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Pantry Raid!

Pantry Raid!

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Beginning the year with a clean, organized and well-stocked pantry will go a long way in helping you meet your diet goals. Start by tossing anything that’s past its expiration date. If there’s unopened, nonperishable food that you know no one in your household will eat, then donate it to…

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Have a Safe Labor Day Barbecue

Have a Safe Labor Day Barbecue

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

If you plan to celebrate summer’s last days with a cookout, then there are a few safety tips you should know before firing up the grill. Grilled food is usually a better choice than fried or creamy foods because there’s no coating and no grease. The smoke, rubs and marinades…

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Oh No, You Mayo Not

Oh No, You Mayo Not

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

For many people, it’s hard to imagine a sandwich or burger without good, old-fashioned mayonnaise. However, there’s no denying the appeal of mustard, especially since a tablespoon of mayo will set you back at least 110 calories and 11 grams of fat. Truth be told, this popular condiment is chock-full…

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Diet Disasters Delivered

Diet Disasters Delivered

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Some of the latest delivery offerings would inspire fear in even the staunchest pizza fans. Everyone knows that gooey, meaty, cheesy pizza is bad for your health and your diet, with astronomical fat and calorie counts. But keep an eye out for some new heavy hitters that’ll make a deep…

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Slam-Dunk Unhealthy Munchies

Slam-Dunk Unhealthy Munchies

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Take a little of the madness out of your March basketball parties by serving up some healthy party food. If you’re having everyone over to watch the game, then there are lots of traditional game-time foods that you can lighten up — your guests don’t even have to know it’s…

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Be Pro Protein

Be Pro Protein

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Listen up, carboholics! There’s life beyond pasta and bread…and it could mean the difference between losing and gaining. Many people don’t realize the importance of protein. However, protein is responsible for giving the metabolism a bigger boost than either carbs or fats. Consuming proteins like fish, chicken, eggs, milk, cheese…

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Does the Shake Weight Work?

Does the Shake Weight Work?

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

It’s an infomercial mainstay and the punchline of many comedians’ off-color jokes. But does the Shake Weight actually build muscles? The answer may not please those who already invested $20 for the women’s version or $30 for the men’s. While the shake weight may help define muscles in the arms,…

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