Diet-Friendly Tips for Meat Prep

Diet-Friendly Tips for Meat Prep

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Believe it or not, there are actually people out there that think the only way to prepare their favorite proteins — and other mealtime staples — is by frying it in Crisco. Not so much. In reality, there are many diet-friendly ways to cook – sautéing, poaching, broiling, smoking, roasting…

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Get In Shape Without the Gym

Get In Shape Without the Gym

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Who says you can’t get physically fit without a gym membership? There’s no denying that belonging to a gym definitely has its perks. There are countless classes – from spinning to step to Pilates – available at no additional cost. You have access to every machine under the sun, some…

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A Prescription for a Healthier You

A Prescription for a Healthier You

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You’ve heard the saying “just what the doctor ordered,” but do you really know what that entails? It doesn’t matter how healthy you think you are, you should visit your physician at least once a year for an annual physical. The doctor will check your weight and height. They’ll also…

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Make Weight Loss Your Pet Project

Make Weight Loss Your Pet Project

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You’ve certainly noticed the extra girth around your midsection, but have you noticed that your furry friends have put on some weight? If not, it’s time to check and perhaps include Fido and Fluffy in your weight-loss efforts. Veterinarians estimate that about 35 percent of pets are overweight or obese….

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Are You Sitting Down?

Are You Sitting Down?

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Resting on your laurels – aka your butt – can kill you, experts say. Sitting for long periods of time, even if you exercise regularly, can harm your health. Whether it’s at the office, in the car, in front of the TV, on the phone, reading or at school, the…

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Great Health Benefits for Peanuts

Great Health Benefits for Peanuts

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They taste great shelled, boiled or smashed up into peanut butter, but peanuts tend to get a bad health rap. In reality, nuts are a healthful and sensible snack in moderation. They contain about 15 percent of your daily protein needs, plus folate, vitamin E, niacin, vitamin B6, and many…

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Fast Facts: Time-Saving Diet Tips

Fast Facts: Time-Saving Diet Tips

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Time isn’t always on your side. That’s why it helps to arm yourself with some time-saving diet tips that will make your healthy meal planning a cinch. The goal is to make your eating regimen as seamless as possible so that the process is as convenient as slipping through the…

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Save Money on Frozen Entrees

Save Money on Frozen Entrees

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There is no substitution for a fresh, well-balanced meal. That said, there are times when you can’t always get what you want… or need. So when it comes to dieting on the run or looking for a ready-made balanced meal in a pinch, those handy dandy frozen entrees can save…

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This Workout Is Tutu Good

This Workout Is Tutu Good

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Ballet has come a long way since the days of boring barre routines, drill-sergeant teachers and recitals. It’s worth revisiting those moves you might’ve done at the dance studio so many years ago. Ballet is enjoying a renaissance among those who admire and desire the long, lean lines and tight…

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Losing in Intervals: A Fool-Proof Plan

Losing in Intervals: A Fool-Proof Plan

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Integrate interval training into your workout. Interval training is a regimen that uses both low-intensity and high-intensity movements. The key is to vary intensity levels throughout the workout — performing intense spurts mixed with periods of rest. Interval training improves cardiovascular health, boosts metabolism, increases stamina and more. It also…

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