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4 Things You Should Do to Boost Your Fat IQ
September 17, 2018
If you've struggled with your weight, you know that fat can be a bad three-letter word. You've warded against it, tried to reduce it and agonized over what fat can do to your self-esteem and your waist line. But how much do you really know about fat? And how much could you improve your life if… See more
Which Post-Workout Drink is Best for Hydration?
By Janet Tiberian
September 14, 2018
What are the best post-exercise rehydration beverages?
You just finished your workout. Whether it was a 45 minutes of strength training, a five-mile run or a yoga class, you probably need to drink some fluids. Rehydration is an essential part of recovering from a workout -- it helps lower temperature and heart rate, lubricate joints, repair muscles,… See more
Walking Helps Prevent Heart Failure in Women
By Janet Tiberian
September 14, 2018
Walking Helps Lower Risk of Heart Failure in Women
Heart failure affects 6.5 million Americans. And the numbers continue rising. American Heart Association reported the number of heart failure cases rose by 800,000 between 2012 and 2017. But there’s some good news: For women, walking may be a key to preventing it.… See more
Read Your Food Labels: Watch out for Maltodextrin
By Janet Tiberian
September 14, 2018
Look for Maltodextrin on Food Labels
Check the nutrition labels on the packaged foods you have in your refrigerator, freezer and cupboard. There’s a good chance the ingredients list includes maltodextrin, a commonly used food additive that’s linked to inflammatory bowel… See more
Attention Women: Can’t Sleep? Try these 3 Mind-Body Therapies
By Janet Tiberian
September 14, 2018
Mind-Body Therapies that May Help You Get Some Sleep
Do you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? If you said yes, you’re not alone. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) labels insufficient sleep an epidemic. Between 30 and 35 percent of Americans grapple with occasional, brief bouts of insomnia, while 15 to 20 percent… See more
Another Study Finds Multivitamins Don’t Help Prevent Cardiovascular Disease
By Janet Tiberian
August 17, 2018
Multivitamins Don't Help Prevent Cardiovascular Disease
More than one-third of Americans take multivitamins, despite little evidence that they help (there’s little evidence they cause harm either). And now a new study says multivitamins don’t promote cardiovascular health. … See more
An Unexpected Risk Factor for Dementia: Being Skinny Fat
By Janet Tiberian
August 17, 2018
Being Skinny Fat Raises Your Risk for Dementia
You may already know that cardiovascular disease, diabetes and depression are among the top risk factors for dementia. But so is being “skinny fat”, especially among older people… See more
Smoking and Diabetes Are Linked to Brain Calcifications
By Janet Tiberian
August 17, 2018
Smoking and Diabetes Raise Your Risk for Alzheimer's Disease
Here’s one more reason to give up smoking: brain calcifications. If you smoke or have diabetes, you have an increased risk of developing calcifications in the hippocampus, the portion of the brain responsible for memory, emotions and… See more
Blueberry Cupcakes
August 8, 2018
Try this Healthier Recipe for Blueberry Cupcakes
The “secret ingredient” in these coconut-infused blueberry cupcakes—mashed potatoes—gives the cake great texture, almost like pound cake. The fluffy frosting is just fun. Because it’s low in calories and fat, you can spread or pipe a generous amount on top of each cupcake to make them look extra… See more
Chicken & White Bean Soup
August 1, 2018
Try this Recipe for Chicken & White Bean Soup
Once again, rotisserie chickens can really relieve the dinner-rush pressure-especially in this Italian-inspired soup that cries out for a piece of crusty bread and a glass of red wine. Ingredients
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 leeks, white and light green parts only… See more

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