Lentils – Your go-to food for lowering blood glucose levels
If there is one top food under the radar many of us are overlooking, it is lentils. One of the most nutritious and versatile plant-based sources of protein around, lentils are now linked to significantly lowering blood glucose (aka sugar) levels helping to manage or even prevent diabetes. A new study from the University of…
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“Paint” your plate with color
When planning meals, imagine yourself as an artist, creating a colorful array of various foods. This is one of the best ways you can provide your body with the most healthful nutrients found in nature. From thousands of health-promoting phytochemicals to essential antioxidants to necessary fiber, fruits and vegetables are perfect for having fun “painting”…
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Enough GMO food label fear mongering
Not so long ago, there was a time when shopping for food was pretty straightforward. If you were buying a certain food product, the choice often focused on price, taste, and reputation of the manufacturer. How times have changed. Now, when deciding which brand to buy, food labels are bombarded with buzz words like, ‘non-GMO,’…
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Smart strategies to beat stress-induced weight gain
Stressed out? If so, you’re not alone. A recent poll by the American Psychological Association found nearly 50% of people reporting greater stress compared to just five years ago. It’s bad enough that stress is already associated with increasing headaches, body aches, GI disturbances, insomnia, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. But…
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5 nutrients likely missing in your diet
If you’re like most Americans, there’s a good chance your diet probably has some “missing in action” nutrients. You may think, “I’ll just take a supplement to make up the nutritional difference.” Taking supplements is usually not the answer. Instead, improve your food choices. Food supplies the proper mix of nutrients that work synergistically to…
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How to slow down chronological age
Frank Sinatra and Jimmy Durante, two of the most popular American artists of the 20th century, each sang the hit song called “Young at Heart.” It speaks of the gift of being young at heart where your cares and concerns have flown out the window and you look forward to each day with joy and…
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Good gut health begins with probiotics
Hippocrates considered the father of medicine, once wisely stated, “All disease begins in the gut.” Current and ongoing medical research is proving how true that statement made centuries ago, really may be. It does indeed appear that in order to achieve excellent health, it begins in our gut – specifically our large intestine. Our large…
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Make every month a celebration of Salsa Month
Salsa – whether for a family gathering or to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, this ancient sauce dating back to Aztec civilization, is always a welcomed addition to any meal. No matter how frequently you may use salsa, to officially celebrate this cherished dish, the month of May is the time to do it. May has…
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5 simple steps to a healthier family
Pursuing good health should not be a go-it-alone endeavor. Instead, good health should be nurtured, held in high esteem, and to share with your family. Like the saying goes, “health is wealth” and this is one type of wealth to spread around. When focusing on becoming the healthiest version of yourself, it begins in your…
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5 ways to spring clean your eating habits
Springtime – who isn’t ready for this season following a long, cold winter? Spring not only reminds us to freshen up our homes but to also take a fresh start, a fresh approach to rethinking old eating habits. It’s the perfect time to do some spring cleaning by making healthy food swaps kick-starting improvements in…
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