Food For Thought

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Eat the Rainbow for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month

Kayla Sheely , 05/31/2016

With summer just around the corner, farmers markets are starting to pop up and fresh fruits and vegetables are filling grocery store shelves. June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month! Here are some of our favorites...

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8 Ways to Lose Weight to Get Ready for Summer

Kayla Sheely , 05/16/2016

Summer is just around the corner, and everyone is frantically working to get their body in tip top summer shape. Here are 8 (healthy) ways to lose weight, with results that will last longer than the summer sun rays...

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Celebrate Mother's Day with a Healthy Breakfast in Bed!

Celebrate Mother's Day with a Healthy Breakfast in Bed!

Kayla Sheely , 05/05/2016

Making your mom breakfast in bed is one way to celebrate her this Mother's Day! Instead of opting for a traditional breakfast filled with lots of sweets and refined grains, choose to make her a healthy breakfast instead.

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A Heart-Healthy Valentine's Day

A Heart-Healthy Valentine's Day

Kate Glover, 02/10/2016

Love is in the air, and pink and red decorative hearts have once again found their way into America’s windows. But healthy hearts should be celebrated every day! Here are some ways you can celebrate a heart-healthy Valentine’s Day...

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Goals to Help You Eat Healthier

Goals to Help You Eat Healthier

Kayla Sheely , 01/04/2016

Is healthy eating one of your New Year's resolutions? You'll be more likely to succeed by breaking it down into more specific, manageable chunks...

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Setting Healthy Eating Goals That Stick

Setting Healthy Eating Goals That Stick

Kayla Sheely , 12/30/2015

Have you ever created a New Year’s resolution only to abandon it a few weeks later? A key to making your goals stick is to plan. Turn your New Year’s resolution into a S.M.A.R.T. goal!

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6 Healthy Holiday Eating Tips

Coach Caroline, 12/24/2015

By employing the following strategies at all-day family eating fests, you may end up trimming yourself (and not just the tree) this holiday season.

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Healthy Gift Ideas

Healthy Gift Ideas

Kate Glover, 12/17/2015

If you have friends or family who are trying to live a healthier lifestyle, or if you’re just trying to nudge someone in a healthier direction, here are some gift ideas that can help!

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Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving

Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving

Kate Glover, 11/26/2015

I know I’m not the only one who struggles with gaining weight during the holiday season. It all starts with Thanksgiving. Here are some things you can do to make sure you have a healthy holiday!

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Nuts for Nuts!

Nuts for Nuts!

Kate Glover, 10/22/2015

Nuts are packed with nutrients like protein, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, vitamins, minerals, unsaturated fats, and antioxidants! Here's why these little heart-healthy, nutritional powerhouses are a wonderful addition to your diet.

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