Regular physical activity can improve your muscle strength and boost your endurance. Exercise delivers oxygen and nutrients to your tissues and helps your cardiovascular system work more efficiently. And when your heart and lung health improve, you have more energy to tackle daily chores. Exercise helps people lose weight and lower the risk of some diseases. Exercising regularly lowers a person’s risk of developing some diseases, including obesity, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure. Exercise also can help keep your body at a healthy weight. Exercise can help a person age well.
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October 2, 2024
A strong core is the foundation of physical and mental well-being, playing a vital role in maintaining stability, balance, and overall quality of life. Extending beyond physical health, a robust core also influences mental resilience, emotional stability, and professional success.
Physical Benefits:
1. Improved posture and reduced back pain
2. Enhanced athletic performance and endurance
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September 29, 2024
Ingredients:
- 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu (drained and pressed)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Optional: sesame seeds, green onions for garnish
Instructions:
1. Prep the tofu: Slice the tofu block in half horizontally, then cut each half into triangles.
2. Marinate: In a bowl,...
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September 13, 2024
1 pound oyster mushrooms 1/4 cup olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 a small shallot, thinly sliced 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar 1/2 a lemon, juice only 1/4 cup parsley, chopped Salt + pepper, to taste Instructions
Prep oyster mushrooms: if mushrooms are dirty, take a damp paper towel and gently wipe away any excess dirt. If there is dirt on the stems, you can scrape that off with a...
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August 1, 2024
Did you know?
There are some things to consider when deciding whether or not to indulge in ice cream.
Most popular ice creams contain one or more of these common ingredients:
Diethyglycol- A cheap chemical used as an emulsifier instead of eggs and is the same stuff used in anti freeze and paint remover- yum! Not! Piperonal- A vanilla substitute which is also a chemical used to treat lice. Aldehyde...
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July 2, 2024
- 3/4 cup uncooked brown rice
- 2 cups vanilla soymilk (or regular soymilk if vanilla is unavailable)
- 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup golden raisins or dried sweetened cranberries (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1. Bring 1 1/2 cups soymilk to a boil in medium saucepan. Stir in rice, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt....
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May 28, 2024
1) Seperate the orange segments and place them on a baking sheet.
2) Freeze them for a minimum of 4 hours.
3) Put frozen pieces into a food processor; it will look lumpy at first, but blend until creamy.
4) Garnish with your choice of healthy topping.
Feel free to use tangerines, Cara Cara oranges and ruby red grapefruits.
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April 29, 2024
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
- 1 small onion
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 1/4 cup Earth Balance
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh mushrooms (such as porcini, chanterelles, criminality, portobello)
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 Arborio rice
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 1/2 cups asparagus, cut into 1- inch
- 1 teaspoon chopped chives, for garnish
- 1/3 cup shallots,...
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March 30, 2024
A big bowl of this comforting chowder is simple and sophisticated as you like by varying (or not varying) the types of mushrooms you use.
2 pounds mixed mushrooms, including oyster, trumpet, chanterelle, straw, and shiitake
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt and fresh ground black pepper
2 onions, diced
12 ounces red russet potatoes, diced
2 carrots, diced or sliced
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February 18, 2024
Makes enough for 4-6 people
Ingredients
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small yellow or white onion, chopped
2 carrots chopped
2 ribs celery chopped
3 garlic cloves chopped
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
5 cups vegetable broth
2 tablespoons chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary 3 cups chopped kale
1 1/2 cups...
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February 2, 2024
Ingredients
3 tbsp olive oil 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into medium chunks 2 tsp smoked paprika 2 tsp ground cumin 1 onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 2 celery sticks, chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1-2 tsp chilli powder (depending on how hot you like it) 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tbsp tomato purée 1 red pepper, cut into chunks 2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes 400g can black beans, drained...
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December 18, 2023
Besides preventing cardiovascular troubles, moderate exercise may have a preventive value against cancer as well, claims Rui Bevilacqua, a professor of oncology at the University of São Paulo, Brazil. Regular walking or other forms of exercise appears to stimulate slow-functioning intestines.
Bevilacqua said: “Much of the food we consume is carcinogenic, and if it remains for some...
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November 27, 2023
1. Holiday-Proof Your Plan
You may not be able to control what food you’re served, and you’re going to see other people eating tempting treats. Meet the challenges armed with a plan:
Eat close to your usual times to keep your blood sugar steady. If your meal is served later than normal, eat a small snack at your usual mealtime and eat a little less when dinner is served. Invited to...
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October 25, 2023
Camu camu (Myrciaria dubia) is an antioxidant-rich sour berry from the myrtle family (Myrtaceae). It is similar in color to a cherry. Camu camu is native to the Amazon forest, but its potential benefits have made it increasingly popular in the United States. Reported health benefits include reducing inflammation, fighting cold symptoms and fatigue, and helping with symptom management in other health...
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October 25, 2023
Moringa is a nutrient-packed food that comes from the Moringa oleiferatree in India. Moringa oleifera leaves, seeds, bark, roots, sap, and flowers have long been used in traditional medicine throughout South Asia andSoutheast Asia.
Moringa powder is often added to smoothies, nutrition bars, and energy drinks or drank as tea. In oil form, it is used topically for hair and skincare.
It has been found...
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September 26, 2023
Copper is an essential trace mineral that plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health. One area where copper's importance often goes unnoticed is in its relationship with hair health. Copper deficiency can lead to hair loss and a host of other health problems such as osteoporosis, fatigue, and anemia.
It is very important to include food high in copper in your diet.
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July 29, 2023
What is insulin resistance?
Insulin resistance occurs when cells in your body do not respond well to insulin. Insulin is produced by the pancreas and helps move glucose from the blood into cells, where it is used for energy. If you have insulin resistance, your pancreas must produce greater amounts of insulin to help maintain normal blood glucose levels.
Eating foods that raise your blood sugar...
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June 29, 2023
Follow these helpful tips on how to establish a healthy routine!
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May 1, 2023
Make sure you take time and invest in yourself!
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