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June 2, 2021 12:27 pm
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Spring is quickly turning to summer and that means many of us are looking toward beach weather. That also means finding summer clothing and (dare I say it) bathing suits. Eeeeeek! Is it too late to re-start the diet you began back in January? If you are scrambling to get your weight in check after a year of quarantining, which...
May 12, 2021 12:40 pm
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Seems like we all are looking for ways to eat healthy, watch our weight, and do things that help strengthen our heart and other muscles. Are you looking to reduce your cholesterol levels in a natural and healthy way? Read on to find out what cholesterol is and how adding foods, like fish, to your regular diet can help your...
May 5, 2021 12:22 pm
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If you are like most of us this year, you’re anxious to get outside and start grilling this summer season. Since many of us have been isolated this pandemic year and spending lots of time indoors, it is about time we get outside, enjoy the fresh air, and add in some delicious summer seafood dishes as a bonus. In order...
April 14, 2021 12:08 pm
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Feels like the older I get, the more elusive sleep becomes. If you are like me, and find that even the most mundane of tasks like counting sheep just doesn’t cut it anymore, take comfort in knowing that you are not alone. According to a study on morbidity and mortality completed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more...
April 7, 2021 12:03 pm
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The human brain is quite miraculous. It can help us walk, talk, move, see, smell, remember, and most of all, think. Keeping this organ in good working condition is a hallmark of a healthy human experience. But how can we help the brain develop from a young child and maintain all the cognitive functions needed throughout adulthood and into our...
March 10, 2021 12:17 pm
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It should come as no surprise that Americans love comfort foods, especially during the long, harsh winter months when they can’t go outdoors to grill or enjoy lighter fare. Unfortunately, comfort foods are often synonymous with unhealthy eating. Some of the worst offenders, according to FitDay online are fried chicken, mac & cheese, chicken pot pie, meatloaf, and cheese enchiladas. ...
March 3, 2021 12:10 pm
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Did you know that 40% of the American population is vitamin D deficient? That staggering statistic comes from the National Institute of Health, which states that there are three main reasons why Americans are not getting enough of this nutrient. Americans do not get enough sunlight year round, we wear sun blocker, and are not eating enough foods high in...
February 10, 2021 9:31 am
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Have you gotten forgetful over the years? Or perhaps your family has a history of dementia or alzheimers that you would like to delay experiencing? Either way, many Americans are looking for natural ways to improve their brain health & functions in order to help support their memory well into their senior years. Fish could be just the answer you...
February 3, 2021 9:23 am
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Now that the calendar has turned to the short and sweet month of February, many couples start thinking about a special evening with their “better half.” Valentine’s Day is coming up fast this year and options for dining out and going somewhere special are dwindling given the state of the country right now. A candlelight seafood dinner may be just...
January 13, 2021 8:51 am
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Seems like every year we are all trying to improve ourselves in some way. For some of us it is exercising more, while for others, it is incorporating more heart- healthy foods into our menu lineup. If you are planning your menus for the next couple of weeks, here are five really good reasons you may want to add fish...