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How to Get the Best Protein in Your Diet
Researchers once thought that cutting calories extended lifespans, but it is now clear that the quality and amount of protein people eat has more of an effect.
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Winter Workout Tips
Working out in the cold weather can be a challenge, but that doesn't mean you have to stay inside. Getting outside to exercise is smart no matter what the weather.
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How to Keep Weight Off During the Holidays
We've heard it many times: the average person gains five pounds over the holiday season. But they don't have to. Here's how to reverse the weight gain trend.
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Exercise to Keep Off Belly Fat
A new study suggests that after losing weight, working out can prevent people from regaining visceral fat, even if they regain some weight.
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Working Out Improves Body Image
A new study suggests that those who exercise regularly have a better body image than those who do not, even if they don't have a high fitness level.
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Best Foods to Eat During Pregnancy
There is a lot of conflicting information on what pregnant women should eat or not eat. Here are some of the top foods to promote health for you and your baby.
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Christmas Gifts on a Budget
The holiday season is a time when many people bake special treats, so why not save some money and pass a few on to friends as special gifts?
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How to Find Hidden Salt in Your Diet
There are obvious foods that contain salt, but some of our primary sources of sodium are unexpected. Here are some examples, and how to reduce your intake.
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Budget-Friendly Christmas Shopping Tips
Follow these holiday shopping tips to stay within a budget and get family and friends what they really want for the holidays.
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Reduce Soda Consumption to Lose Weight
A new study has shown that adults who consume sweetened carbonated beverages are more likely to be overweight than those who do not drink sodas.
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Mediterranean Diet Helps Type-2 Diabetes
A new study has shown that the Mediterranean diet is better than a low-fat diet for controlling type-2 diabetes.
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Exercises to Avoid During Pregnancy
Exercise is good for everyone, even pregnant women. But there are certain exercises that women should avoid during pregnancy.
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How to Reduce the Sugar In Your Diet
A new scientific statement released from the American Heart Association has recommended that Americans reduce the added sugar in their diet.
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The Top Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
Many things are good for you and your baby during pregnancy, but some should be avoided. Here are the main foods and drinks that are best left for after the baby is born.
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How to Get the Right Fat in Your Diet
For many people, fat is a three letter word, but it doesn't have to be. Certain types of fat are good for us. Here's what you need to know about dietary fat.
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How Practicing Yoga Helps You Eat Mindfully
A new study has shown that people who practice yoga regularly are more likely to eat mindfully, which in turn means they are less likely to be obese.
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Strength Training for Seniors
A new study has shown that seniors who follow a regime of progressive weight training two to three times per week can improve their quality of life.
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Five Nutrients to Get During Pregnancy
Your diet and nutrient intake should be a top focus during your pregnancy. Here are five nutrients to pay special attention to for your, and your baby's, health.
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How to Get More Folic Acid
Folic acid, also called folate when in its natural form in foods, helps prevent certain conditions and diseases and is extremely important before and during pregnancy.
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Five Ways to Start Losing Weight
Losing weight is a battle that an increasing number of Americans are, well, losing. Here are five weight loss tips to get you started.
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How Aerobic Activity Can Help Your Brain
New research has found that seniors who are physically active have brains that resemble those of younger people, with healthier blood vessels.
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How to Choose the Right Carbohydrates
A new study has shown how consuming refined carbohydrates, such as white bread and cereal, can increase your risk of heart problems.
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How to Get More Iron in Your Diet
Iron is one of the most abundant metals on Earth and is important for regulating cell growth as well as helping cells transport oxygen within the body.
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Being Fit Helps Prevent Diabetes
A new study has shown that young adults between 18 and 30 years of age are more likely to develop diabetes in middle age if they have a low level of aerobic fitness.
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How to Lose the Baby Weight
Although many new moms feel pressure to lose weight very quickly once the baby is born, a new study has shown that weight loss is better if it's done gradually.
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How to Get More Fiber in Your Diet
Adding fiber to your diet may seem like a bad tasting chore, but it doesn't have to be, and the benefits to your body make it well worth the effort.
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How to Get More Vitamin E
Vitamin E, or alpha-tocopherol, is an important antioxidant but it is not easy to get from the diet. Here are the benefits of making sure your diet includes enough of it.
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Diet for Prostate Health
According to a new study, a diet that is low in fat and red meat and high in fruits and vegetables can reduce your risk of prostate cancer.
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Vitamin A
Whether you're wondering if you should eat liver every day, or if your skin will turn orange from eating too many carrots, here are the straight goods on vitamin A.
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Vitamin C
Does vitamin C cure colds or not? Are citrus fruits really the best source of this important nutrient? Here are the A B Cs on ascorbic acid.
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Fewer People Living Healthy Lifestyle
According to a new study, a minority of adults are following a healthy lifestyle, and even those numbers are dropping.
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How to Gain Weight Properly During Pregnancy
A new study has shown what researchers have believed for a long time: eating too much during pregnancy can harm both mom and baby.
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When Zero Trans Fat Isn't Zero
When people buy a product that says zero trans fats on the label, they assume they're getting none. However, that assumption may be wrong.
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Vitamin D Can Increase Brain Function
A new study has shown that getting your daily dose of vitamin D, either by sun exposure or from eating fish, is good for your brain.
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Sleep More to Lose Weight
A new study has shown that people who sleep for a longer time are more likely to have a healthy body mass index (BMI).
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Fortified Junk Food
According to a recent report, Health Canada is considering adding vitamins and minerals to junk foods such as cookies, chips and fruit-flavored drinks.
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Five Ways to Save More Money
Everyone knows the usual financial advice, from paying off credit cards to investing. But this doesn't apply during the current recession.
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Cheap Summer Vacations
If you want to get away this summer, even if it's by playing tourist at home, here are some ways to make your vacation so much fun you'll forget that you're on a budget.
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It's Never Too Late to Start Exercising
A new study has shown that adults who start working out after age 50 still reap the health benefits of exercise.
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Lower Your Health Risks from Belly Fat
A new study has shown that moderate exercise can reduce your risk of health complications from excess belly fat, even if you don't change your diet.
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Swine Flu Put in Perspective
On Wednesday, the World Health Organization (WHO) increased its global pandemic alert level to 5 on a 6-phase scale, which means a swine flu pandemic is imminent.
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Low-GI Breakfast Burns More Fat
A new study has revealed that eating a meal that is low on the glycemic index (GI) can increase the benefits of your workout.
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Vegetable Juice Helps Metabolic Syndrome
A new study has shown that drinking at least one glass of low-sodium vegetable juice every day can help people with metabolic syndrome lose weight.
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Work Out While Pregnant
A new U.S. study has found that exercising during pregnancy not only benefits the mom-to-be but also the unborn baby.
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Start Exercising This Spring
Going for a walk or run in the spring is a great way to restart your fitness routine. By taking a few simple steps first, you can be injury free and enjoy the season.
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Homeschooling Increasing in United States
Homeschooling children is a choice an increasing number of parents are making. Here are some points to consider if you're thinking about educating your child at home.
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Eat Less Meat and Live a Longer Life
Reducing the amount of meat in your diet may extend your life and reduce your risk of dying from heart disease and cancer.
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Fun March Break Activities on a Budget
March Break is almost here, and you need some fun activities for your kids that won't break the bank. Here's how to keep your kids, and your bank account, happy.
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