The end of summer brings shorter days and cooler weather, and it’s not uncommon to feel a little bit sad as fall and winter approach. But if you’re looking for a quick perk-me-up, a healthy snack from your fridge might be all you need. New research shows you can boost your mood by simply… Continue Reading
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10 Easy & Healthy Salad Recipes
Strapped for time and cash but want to eat healthy? Is the daily struggle trying to figure out what to have for lunch or dinner all too real? Why not give salads a spin! 10 Easy & Healthy Recipes (PDF) When done right, salads are a great way to incorporate lots of healthy… Continue Reading
7 Healthy Smoothie Recipes
Are smoothies part of your daily routine? If not, they should be! Whether you’re dashing out the door to work, picking up the kids at daycare, or leaving the gym after a workout, smoothies are a tasty, convenient way to fit more fruits, vegetables, fiber, and protein in your diet. [LeanBiotics RS Smoothie Recipes… Continue Reading
How to Make a Great Tasting Green Smoothie
Yvette La-Garde Well Blog Editor, VitaMedica According to a new government report, only about one in ten Americans eats enough fruits and vegetables. Are you like the vast majority of adults who aren’t getting enough of these nutritious foods? This is dismal news given that you need to eat just 1 1/2 cups… Continue Reading
Top 10 Tips for Digestive Health
Digestive problems are among the top health complaints in America today. Diet, travel, stress, illness, aging and the use of antibiotics all contribute to an imbalance or “dysbiosis” of the intestinal tract leading to gastrointestinal upset. By making a few simple lifestyle changes, you can prevent these digestive problems from occurring. For best results,… Continue Reading
Eat More Fruits and Veggies to Live Longer
Be honest. How many servings of fruits and vegetables have you had today? If you said three or four, you’re not alone. In fact, you’re the average American or Brit. But if you want to live a longer life, you’ll have to do better than “an apple a day.” In fact, you’ll have to… Continue Reading
The American Diet Needs Improvement
Do you think your diet is up to snuff? It may be time to think twice. No matter your age, race, or socioeconomic status, chances are your diet is nowhere near as healthy as it should be, according to a new study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The… Continue Reading
Preventing Diabetes Through Diet & Exercise
Given that almost 20 million people are diabetic and another 70 million have prediabetes (a condition that leads to diabetes if left untreated), it’s likely that you or a loved one is living with this disease. Understanding Diabetes: Causes, Symptoms & Risks With November marking the observance of American Diabetes Month, now is… Continue Reading
25 Healthy Snack Ideas for Work & Weight Loss
When you’re on the run, it’s important to keep your energy levels up and healthy snacks can do just that. While it may seem counterintuitive to some, snacking can also help with weight loss by curbing cravings and stopping cheats. What better time than September, Fruit and Veggies – More Matters Month, to learn which… Continue Reading
5 Quality Foods to Prevent Long-Term Weight Gain
If you’re a meat and potatoes person, then you may want to rethink what you’re eating. That’s because with each additional serving of these foods, you’re likely to gain several pounds in just a few years, according to a new study published in The New England Journal of Medicine. The problem for most adults… Continue Reading