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August 21, 2019
Is the New Satiating Diet a Gimmick?

This summer, researchers introduced the world to that they call the “highly satiating diet.” The diet claims to be nonrestrictive. It preaches sticking to foods that fill you up. Is it real or just a summer fling?

Recipes
August 20, 2019
Low-Carb, Tasty Ice Pop Recipes

If you are as hot as we are, you’re yearning for a cold treat! Today, we have five delicious ice pop recipes with under 150 calories and no more than nine grams of carbs.

Exercise
August 19, 2019
Heart Health at 50 Linked to Brain Health Later

A large study in Britain saw that people with healthy hearts and brains at 50 were significantly less likely to be diagnosed with dementia by the age of 75. This find gives us even more reason to take care of our hearts!

Lifestyle
August 19, 2019
Can Ginger Water Help Blood Sugar?

It can be hard, when you’re getting bombarded with new health advice weekly, to know what’s real and what’s a gimmick.

Get Out There
August 16, 2019
Fun Near the Center of the World

We’re heading to the Center of the World today. That's the name of a town in Ohio. The sign has been stolen many times, but we’ll be sure to take a photo as we cruise by on our virtual road trip. The weather all over the state looks to be in the mid-80s this weekend. We’re going to cover ourselves in sunscreen and get out there.

Diet
August 16, 2019
Sesame Seeds May Lower Cholesterol

Typically, we don’t really think about sesame seeds. Usually they only ever come up as a garnish in recipes or on rolls. However, we are missing an excellent opportunity to add nutrients to our days and fight cholesterol levels.

Diet
August 15, 2019
How to Stop Mindless Eating

When you mindlessly eat while doing other tasks, you can accidentally eat far more than you intended. However, if it were easy to stop, none of us would be snacking in the first place! Here are some useful tips to help you avoid absentmindedly snacking.

Exercise
August 14, 2019
Exercising Too Much Can Make You Unwell, Gain Weight

It is well known that working out can cause you to lose fat and gain muscle. As muscle weighs more than fat, you can slim down while seeing your numbers go up. But, did you know that over-exercising can cause you to gain weight in the form of fat?

Recipes
August 13, 2019
Four Low-Carb Stuffed Chicken Breasts to Enjoy

We love summer veggies but can sometimes get salad fatigue. Wanting to use ripe vegetables in other ways, today, we’re presenting some stuffed chicken breasts that — unlike the ham-stuffed and bread-coated chicken cordon bleu — are packed with veggies!

Exercise
August 12, 2019
Better Heart Health Can Prevent Falls

Falls become a serious problem for us as we age. Kids and young adults can bounce back up from a tumble, hardly missing a beat. But, for older people, recovery can be slow and consequences grievous. Now, research is showing that a healthy heart can help prevent falls.

Diet
August 12, 2019
Iceberg Lettuce is Great in Summer

Iceberg is a much-maligned lettuce. Many allege that it has no nutritional value. It has been claimed that it’s nothing but water. But, what’s the truth about the nutrition of iceberg lettuce?

Exercise
August 9, 2019
See the Outdoor Sights of North Dakota

Along with fun roadside attractions, North Dakota has fantastic museums and historical sites. But, in this gorgeous weather, we want to get out. Join us to see what outdoor spots and activities you should experience in North Dakota.

Lifestyle
August 9, 2019
Can a ‘Surgery’ Injection Aid Weight Loss?

Scientists create new weight loss option.

Exercise
August 8, 2019
Tai Chi Fights Stress, Aids Breathing, May Help Heart

Tai chi can lower stress and anxiety while increasing energy and stamina, flexibility, balance, agility, muscle health and aerobic capacity. It may also aid quality of sleep, boost the immune system, lower cholesterol levels and blood pressure, fight joint pain and congestive heart failure and reduce the risk of falls.

Diet
August 7, 2019
Limiting Carbs Can Increase Lifespan

Cutting carbs isn’t just good for weight loss and stable blood sugar; it can aid healthy aging and longevity. Cutting your intake of carbs and maintaining proteins, fats and nutrients can help you keep muscle mass, lower inflammation and lengthen lifespan.

Recipes
August 6, 2019
Four Tasty Eggplant Recipes — That Aren’t Eggplant Parm!

A fan on Facebook asked us for some low-carb eggplant recipes that weren’t fried or breaded. We are happy to take requests whenever possible. So, we’re sharing four that we like, all with fewer than nine grams of carbs.

Diet
August 5, 2019
Apples May Help Health in a Different Way

Before eating a piece of fruit, most of us wash the skin, cleaning away anything that might be on the surface of the skin — dirt, oil, wax and more. But what about what’s in the apple? New research shows microbes inside apples may be great for your health.

Exercise
August 5, 2019
Pet May Aid Aging

Pets are beloved members of the family for many people. We look to them for companionship, for entertainment and as a way to stay fit. We all say our pets make us happy and healthy. But what’s the actual science behind how our animal-family members impact our life?

Lifestyle
August 2, 2019
Eating Early in the Day May Help Weight

New research has shown that eating early in the day may be best as it will lower a person’s appetite. This is the first study that shows how meal timing impacts the 24-hour energy metabolism when the amount of food and meal frequency are matched

Exercise
August 2, 2019
Maybe You Don’t Need 10,000 Steps a Day

We’re told taking 10,000 steps a day is optimal for living our healthiest life. But where did that number come from, and is it true?

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