Diet and Health Info

(NewsUSA) - Since 1980, overweight rates have doubled among adults and children and tripled among adolescents, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Regular exercise and good nutrition are at the heart of staying healthy, reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes and obesity. But eating right can be a challenge in […]

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Related to my last posting about healthy fast food choices is this article on http://www.realsimple.com/ that lists 12 healthier options you can make when purchasing food at a fast food restaurant or take-out.
In addition they have a lot of tips on preparing quick, easy and nutritious meals.

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Sometimes eating at a fast food restaurant can’t be avoided. You’re running late to work in the morning, don’t have much time for lunch, or you’re just too tired after a day at work to prepare a meal. But there are some steps you can take to make that fast food meal a little […]

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It seems we’re constantly told to avoid fats but are all fats bad for us? Actually some fats are needed in our diet. Essential fatty acids help to regulate body functions and to carry fat-soluble vitamins. However the amount of fats we need daily is small. The amount needed each day is equal […]

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Obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and other illness can be minimized through eating a healthy diet. There are 3 basic aspects of healthy eating.
1. Moderation
Moderation means both watching portion size and not focusing on just one or a few “good” foods. Depriving yourself of favorite foods will just make you crave them more. You need […]

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