3 STAGES OF SUCCESS May 21, 2013 Let’s face it. We all know that more is better! Just look at all the commercials that tell us we ...more EVILS OF SUGAR May 21, 2013 Sugar and other refined carbohydrates are devoid of nutrition. Overconsumption can cause serious health problems, even death!If you were to ...more GRILLED BISON BURGERS May 21, 2013 Credit the revitalizing outdoors or the rustic smell of the grill, it’s no secret that men love to grill! For ...more  |
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Credit the revitalizing outdoors or the rustic smell of the grill, it’s no secret that men love to grill! For a fit and healthy lifestyle, grilling is one of the leanest ways to cook, especially when grilling lean foods like chicken, turkey and seafood. But even burgers can be lean!
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Getting in your workout can be a tough fit sometimes between jobs, family, and let’s face it, finding some YOU time. So when you do work out, you want to get maximum results. Foods can greatly enhance or hinder your workout performance. For example, eating a big meal filled with ...
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Protein plays an essential role in getting fit, lending its valuable nutrients to repair tired muscles from both cardio and strength-training workouts. Examples of healthy proteins are those from fish such as salmon and halibut, pork and beef tenderloin, turkey breasts and a customary family favorite: chicken. Anyone who ...
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Valentine’s Day (easily qualifying as the most romantic holiday of the year) is synonymous with chocolate. Extensive evidence shows dark chocolate with a 70 percent or greater cocoa content has heart health and cancer-fighting benefits. It is rich in flavonoids, which help reduce risk of heart attack and stroke, and ...
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Warm fires, cozy blankets, hot cider. Winter weather invites home comforts, which includes foods, too. And for good reason. Cold weather causes the body temperature to drop, often creating a natural reaction to crave heartier, more filling foods, which is not all bad. Consuming warm foods and beverages during cold ...
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Most of us tend to eat too much at holiday dinners and leave the table feeling like an overstuffed jelly roll. No matter where you are from, the traditional stuffing at your holiday dinner is probably filled with bread. Cornbread, cubed day-old bread, bread crumbs layered with spices and seasonings, ...
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It’s chilly in the air and you feel cold. Your body is craving something comforting to make you feel all warm and fuzzy! For most of us, we turn to something that’s full of carbs, creams, butter and oh-so full of calories! However, good ol’ comfort foods don’t have to ...
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Braising is a cooking technique that may sound intimidating but simply means combining a dry heat cooking method with a wet one. Typical foods used for braising include beef and pork but can also include vegetables like Brussels sprouts and artichokes. In braising, the featured ingredient (beef, pork or vegetables) ...
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Hear the words “cream soup” and most health-minded individuals go running – running to avoid the usual high fat, high calorie versions that often end up making you feel sluggish. Yet there is victory among the “cream.” Thanks to the development of lower fat, lower calorie, nutrient-rich alternatives, not all ...
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Call this recipe the miracle soufflé: the essence of its deliciousness is in the apple! Packing in fiber and vitamin C, apples are filling and naturally low calorie and low fat. Don’t let the list of ingredients and instructions deter you: this recipe is easy to make and is flattering ...
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Who doesn’t love a good sandwich? Most of us do but the bread can be a real health and bikini-figure killer. Not only do breads tend to carry their weight in calories, but white flour is difficult for the body to digest and can clog an otherwise efficient metabolism. While healthier ...
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If you’re anything like me, you love getting your day started with a little eye opener. Some people prefer the good ol’ traditional cup of coffee. Actually, I should say, most people. If you stop by any popular coffee shop, check out the line in the morning. Or try watching ...
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It’s no secret fresh fruits thrive in abundance during the summer months. The succulent sweetness of crisp and refreshing peaches, plums, figs and nectarines creates mouth-watering flavors and brings bright smiles to faces. Delicious and popular fruit recipes like cobblers and pies are often overloaded with high sugar, high fat ...
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There’s no doubt, grilling season has arrived. School is out, the weather is warm, dads are being honored this month and chances are you will find dads at one of their favorite celebration spots: the grill. Two of the easiest foods to grill are also two of the healthiest: fresh shrimp ...
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Start your day right. Breakfast kicks your metabolism into gear and impacts your mood for the rest of the day. But not just any breakfast will do. A high fat breakfast of biscuits and gravy with bacon or sausage will leave you feeling sluggish. But when you opt for leaner, ...
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