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The buzz in the media around carbohydrates is very loud these days. This has prompted me to tackle the topic. However, carbohydrates are complex (no pun intended), so I will break it down into a few posts. This week we will discuss fiber. What [...]
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Refined Sugar and Weight Loss: The Impact on Your Health Did you know Americans consume an average of 17 teaspoons of sugar daily? Refined sugar is everywhere, and its effects on our health go far beyond weight gain. From increasing the risk [...]
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**When the right ingredients are included, a salad can be a nutritious, satisfying meal. Follow these guidelines to make sure yours stacks up. Start with a leafy base. Fill your plate with 1-2 handfuls of leafy green vegetables. The darker th [...]
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Many people believe by skipping breakfast, they are consuming less and should see the weight loss benefits. In reality, this has a negative effect on the body and especially with weight loss. You should not attempt to save your calories for lat [...]
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March is National Nutrition Month! The campaign focuses on the importance of making healthy, sustainable changes to your diet. It also encourages families to model healthy eating habits for their children. Finally, it highlights the importance [...]
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Experts now recommend that you get 25 to 30 grams of protein at each meal. At breakfast, a meal that tends to be heavier on carbs and lighter on protein, this is especially important. It is common for most of us to stockpile protein in the ev [...]
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