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Nutrition


A critical component to any healthy lifestyle is good nutrition. It’s what fuels the body and allows you to get the best results from your fitness program. Make wise food choices and you will reap the benefits, both inside and out.

2009

Avoid Holiday Weight Gain
You try to exercise and eat right all year long. Don’t allow the holiday season to sabotage your weight loss goals. Hear are some tips to avoid the gobble, gobble this Thanksgiving.

Organic Foods – Are They Worth It?
It seems there is an organic version of nearly every product in the grocery store these days, but how do you know which organic products are worth the extra cost? We find these organics to be worth the splurge.

Cancer Fighting Foods
Have you heard about the anti-cancer diet? Find out about the five nutritional powerhouse foods that have been proven to minimize your risk for various forms of cancer.

Healthy Summer Picnics – From A to Z
Summer picnics often go hand-in-hand with fried chicken, potato salad and all the fixings.  Here’s how to give your picnic basket a healthy makeover.

Summer Fruits Serve Up Big Health Benefits
Long summer days mean it’s time for a variety of new seasonal fruits. Read how a healthy serving of fruits in your diet will help you power through workouts and stave off sweet-tooth cravings.

Good Nutrition on a Budget
Wondering how to eat healthy on a budget? Read this article for nutritional choices that won’t break the bank. 

Cut the Fat: The Battle Against Childhood Obesity
The obesity epidemic is wreaking havoc on our children’s health. Obesity rates have doubled among children in the past 20 years, and tripled in teens. At the current time, a whopping one-third of American children are overweight, and one-fifth are clinically obese.

How to Stay Young at Heart
Aging is inevitable but some say fitness is the fountain of youth…read on to find out how to keep your vitality into your 70s, 80s and beyond.

Detox Diets – Friend or Foe?
While Detox diets seem to be the current trend, are they more effective than old-fashioned healthy eating and exercise habits? Read on to weigh the pros and cons…

Top Ten Diet Myths
With all of the diet advice, tips and tricks available these days, how do you know which ones to follow? Take a look at these top ten diet myths and learn how to separate fact from fiction.

Stop the Sugar Rush
Sugar is creeping its way into every part of the American diet and Americans are consuming more of it than ever before. Ward off this diet foe before it wreaks havoc on your body.

Vitamin C Lowers Stroke Risk
In addition to boosting your immune system, you can substantially reduce your risk of a stroke just by increasing your intake of Vitamin C. Here are some ways to get your daily dose.

Office Makeover – Escape Workplace Weight Gain
Don’t let office potlucks and coworker candy jars sabotage your weight loss goals. Here are some tips to avoid temptation from 9 to 5.

The Fab Five
When it comes to fueling your workouts, sometimes it is best to get back to basics. Here are the top five all-star foods that will help you maximize the effectiveness of your workout.

2008

Smart Holiday Shopping For Weight Loss
The FAQ for Vitamin D
Cooking The Right Way
Size Matters – Getting Food Portions Under Control
Write Your Way to Weight Loss
Mindful Eating
Are Your Friends Making You Fat?
Liquid Calories
Sneak Greens Into Your Diet
Food Labels Made Easy

2007

Avoid Holiday Weight Gain
A Weight-Controlled Thanksgiving
Childhood Obesity: America's Big Fat Problem
Hold the Sweet Stuff
Increase Your Veggie Intake
Healthy Eating While Dining Out
Stay Hydrated in the Summertime
Metabolism 101
Power Fruits: Packing a Nutritional Punch
An Apple a Day
Eat Your Heart Out
The Big Fat Truth