Photo: State Library and Archives of Florida I have some firsthand experience with Latin America, but if you are Latin American and have different traditions, please share in the comments section. I do not mean to over-generalize, as I know that no one wants to be stereotyped. Here are some healthy eating habits that I …
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Top 10 Reasons To Eat More Fruit
Photo: Wickerfurniture 10. Fruit is easy to take to-go. Whether it is an apple, banana, or smoothie, you can easily take fruit with you for a healthy snack or small meal. For women, it can fit into your purse. Men can fit it into your jacket pocket. It is the ideal mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack. …
Asian Grilled Salmon on the Food Network
Asian Grilled Salmon on the Food Network If you like fresh salmon fillets, this is a simple recipe with only 5 ingredients!
Are Salads Overrated For Weight Loss?
I have recently talked to a lot of people who are trying to lose weight, who have lost weight, and even a few non-pregnant ones who have gained weight. There are a few common factors among those who have succeeded at losing weight: exercise and consistent diet changes. Eating only salads is not on that …
Protein Bars: Are They Really That Good For You?
The other day as I was leaving the gym, my 3-year-old spotted a box of free goodies on the front desk, so he ran straight to it to, somehow knowing the ingredients included chocolate. They were chocolate mint “Builder’s” protein bars. Having never tasted a protein bar before, I was curious to try it and …
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Losing Weight By Eating More
If you are overweight but you do not eat very often, that may be part of your weight problem. Here are some helpful tips to help you eat more and still lose weight. 1. Do not skip breakfast. Eat a healthy breakfast very soon after waking up. Some ideas are 1 serving of whole grain …
Buying and Cooking Fresh, Healthy Meals
Components of a Healthy Meal:A healthy meal includes all of the food groups. Protein, fruits or veggies, healthy starch, dairy (may be optional). When planning your next meal, start with a basic menu of 3-4 items (only 1 of which is a starch). Healthy Meal #1: Chicken, rice, and green beans.At the grocery store, select …
Practical Tips To Avoid Overeating
1. Try to avoid eating by yourself. Most of us do not binge in front of other people in fear of embarrassment. 2. Chew sugar-free gum. It keeps your mouth occupied without inhaling calories. 3. Keep yourself busy, and spend less time watching TV. When was the last time you watched TV without munching? 4. …
Top 10 Healthy Eating Components
If you are trying to lose weight, there are several components of eating that must be modified. Now is the time to learn them, so the good habits will last long after your weight loss is complete. 1. Healthy drinking. This means avoiding sugar-filled drinks most of the time. On occasion, indulge yourself in your favorite soda or latte, …
The Difference Between A Diet And A Healthy Lifestyle
Most diets work (at least temporarily) if you stick to them. But why don’t they work in the long run? Because they are unrealistic! Eating no carbs or no sugar or counting every calorie is not something most of us can do for a lifetime. It is tempting to do a crash diet because the …
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