6 Zero Belly Carbs

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6 Zero Belly Carbs

It seems we've been obsessed with cutting carbs in order to lose weight Of course protein and fiber matter for losing weight, but healthy carbs can do just the same. In reality, most of the vitamins and nutrients we need to burn fat as well as fiber to keep our stomachs flat are found in carbs. People are typically cutting carbs to lose weight, but typically this is water weight you are losing. So you might be battling the bloat, but you won't see any real results but just cutting carbs. The goal is not to lose water weight but to lose fat. The way to do this is more exercise, clean eating and smaller meals. 

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Fall foods’ cornucopia of healthy colors

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Fall foods’ cornucopia of healthy colors

Autumn is in full swing and is beginning to show off her fall colors in the landscape around us – red, orange and yellow.  This is the perfect time of year to look for these same colors in the produce section at the grocery story to reap bountiful health benefits.  Foods with these bright colors provide a multitude of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to keep you healthy and well-nourished.  Here are foods to look for and try during this colorful season:

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Foods to Help With UV Damage

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Foods to Help With UV Damage

More than 3.5 million skin cancer cases are diagnosed each year. Over 90% of them are caused by the sun's ultraviolet rays (UVR). Ironically, most of the skin damage associated with aging (leathering, sagging, wrinkles, discoloration) is related to UV rays. 

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Food Swaps for Diabetic Patients

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Food Swaps for Diabetic Patients

Glucose is essential to us as humans because it is a major source of energy for the tissue and muscle cells in our bodies.Diabetes is also known as diabetes mellitus. There are two types of diabetes: Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes. The condition is characterized by a group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood sugar, or glucose. 

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The 9 Best Workplace Snacks

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The 9 Best Workplace Snacks

Snacking throughout the day is not a bad habit, so long as it's conducted in moderation and with healthy choices. Good-for-you snacks can be part of a healthy diet if snacking is done in a sensible way —hence not eating the entire bag of dark chocolate Hershey Kisses. The truth is what you snack on in between meals goes a long way, especially in keeping your metabolism burning. If you have a regular exercise routine, it can also help continue to tone your muscles throughout the day. 

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5 Foods Nutritionists Won't Eat

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5 Foods Nutritionists Won't Eat

Hunger is a constant battle. Some people even claim they're never sure if they actually feel a sensation of hunger. The truth is we eat much bigger portions than our bodies need. We also often choose unhealthy snacks throughout the day. 

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8 Healthy Foods For Fall

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8 Healthy Foods For Fall

Fall is a glorious time especially when it comes to the food. Harvest time brings delicious stone fruits, pumpkins, squash and the like. So what are the delicious and wholesome items you need to add to your grocery list this weekend? Here are 8 we fell in love with all over again.

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You Are What You Eat

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You Are What You Eat

The foods you're putting in your body everyday are one of the most important factors to a happier and healthy life. Healthy eating begins with preparation and planning ahead. What most people know is cooking at home is always best and what does need?

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Beets and beetroot juice – health benefits hard to beat

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Beets and beetroot juice – health benefits hard to beat

If eating beets or drinking beetroot juice is not a regular part of your diet, you might want to reconsider.  This root vegetable native to the Mediterranean region possesses a unique nutritional blend of health benefits. 

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Coconut Oil is the New Olive Oil

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Coconut Oil is the New Olive Oil

There's a new oil in town —enter coconut oil. Speaking of healthy fats, did you know research claims have been made that link coconut oil health benefits to improving immune function, thyroid disease, heart disease, obesity and may even help prevent cancer. More studies are needed but nonetheless, it is a massively beneficial food to add to your diet. Here's why.

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9 Unhealthy Foods We're Eating Every Day

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9 Unhealthy Foods We're Eating Every Day

The foods we eat everyday play a major role in our health. From the drops of cream added to your coffee to the amount of oil in the pan, these foods are some of the unhealthiest choices that we're eating every day. 

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5 Foods That Fill You Up and Aid Weight Loss

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5 Foods That Fill You Up and Aid Weight Loss

There are so many diets and weight loss tips spouted each day online. Of course it gets confusing. But we want to start with the basics a.k.a. finding the foods that fill you up, keep you fuller longer and fuel the metabolism. 

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The World's Most Unhealthy Beverages

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The World's Most Unhealthy Beverages

We often talk about what we eat and how it contributes to an unhealthy lifestyle or weight gain, but the hidden calories (and pounds) are actually in the drinks. Here are some of the highest caloric drinks and healthy swaps. 

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Everyday Foods That Could Cause Cancer

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Everyday Foods That Could Cause Cancer

What you eat everyday can influence the development of some cancers or exaggerate a risk factor like family history. Cancers of the stomach, bowel, lung, prostate and uterus are more likely to develop if your diet is high in fat and low in fruit, vegetables and fiber. High-energy and high-fat diets can lead to obesity and are generally thought to increase the risk of some cancers.

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Don’t like going to the doctor? Eat an apple

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Don’t like going to the doctor? Eat an apple

We all know the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.”  It appears there’s quite a bit of truth in that statement.  Numerous research has shown many positive advantages to eating one of the most common and favorite fruit in the world.  From its origination in the Tien Shan mountains of Kazakhstan millions of years ago to even a mention in the Holy Bible - Psalm 17:8 “keep me as the apple of your eye,” - apples are still around and are recognized as being an important part of a healthy diet.

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Berries – always a bargain for better health

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Berries – always a bargain for better health

 If a grocery store advertisement read - “Today’s special: a food low in calories, no fat, full of fiber, may help prevent diseases, aids in weight loss and taste delicious” – would you buy it?  I would hope so as this ad is talking about one of the most healthful foods nature provides – berries.  Berries are just about the perfect food to eat, whether fresh or frozen, and the variety to choose from is outstanding – blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, cranberries, gooseberries, loganberries, raspberries, and strawberries.  

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Artificial sweeteners: Sweet deal or not

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Artificial sweeteners: Sweet deal or not

Sugar substitutes or artificial sweeteners are substances that can be used to sweeten foods and beverages in place of table sugar.  Artificial sweeteners are hundreds of times sweeter than sugar therefore much smaller amounts can be used to achieve the same level of sweetness without adding little or no calories.  That has been the goal of sugar substitutes to find that perfect stand-in without having to sacrifice taste and yet reduce calories that promote weight gain.

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Breaking Down the Ingredients in Soda

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Breaking Down the Ingredients in Soda

Earlier this year, Pepsi made headlines when they 'kicked aspartame to the curb' as they put it. We've talked a lot about sugary beverages leading the obesity epidemic and many companies are being forced to take a long, hard look at their ingredients. But let's break down what's really in our soda.

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Food and Drug Combinations to Avoid

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Food and Drug Combinations to Avoid

It's important with any prescribed medication that you understand all the side effects. One that is often overlooked is whether you should eat or not with the prescribed pill or if there are any foods to avoid. So much interacts with medicine and it's not just alcohol. There are a number of foods that can get in the way of how a prescription works in the body. Here are a few common combinations to avoid. 

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How Big Agriculture Has Made Us Fat

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How Big Agriculture Has Made Us Fat

Farming and 'Big Agriculture' has affected our food more than just GMO. A fascinating new book from journalist Mark Schatzker explores how alters in food production have made our food taste bland, forcing us to dump seasonings and add-ons to turn then edible. In "The Dorito Effect: The Surprising New Truth About Food and Flavor," Schatzker learned that as taste in food diminished, so has nutrition. These man-made flavors mimic flavors found in nature and make us believe we're getting nutrition that actually isn't there. He argues this is what's really driving the obesity epidemic. The solution? Retrain our palates. 

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