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Food and Recipes

Greek Yogurt: Four ways to Choose the Right One for You

When you're choosing a healthy breakfast, yogurt may be the first thing that comes to mind. It's full of protein and calcium, right? There are many different…

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Fitness

“Skinny” but Unhealthy: The Truth is on the Inside

Everyone has a friend that can eat whatever they want, whenever they want, and never gain a pound. There's also that friend who weighs more than others but is…

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Food and Recipes

Four Ways to Slim Down Your Breakfast

Many people argue that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Eating breakfast helps improve typical daily functions…

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Food and Recipes

Organic vs. Local: What’s the difference?

Many people aren't aware of the difference between organic and local food. In TIME Magazine's recent poll, 23% of people think that local produce is always…

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Mind

5 ‘must haves’ for your summer reading list

Some of the best novels of 2014 to help you catch up on your reading.

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Prevention

When is the last time you had your hearing checked?

Can you speak up? I can't hear you." You may have heard this when talking with your grandparents or some of the older adults in your life. But did you know…

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Food and Recipes

Five foods to steer clear of for weight loss

It's no secret that obesity is an American epidemic. Over 1/3 of American adults are obese. Many think that this excessive weight gain is mostly contributed to…

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Fitness

Which Workout Class is Right for You?

Each workout class has different benefits and works specific body parts.

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Fitness

Five ways to get your cardio in without running

A good cardio exercise doesn't have to be running specific. Check out this post to discover other ways to get a cardio workout in.

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Community

Check out these places to make a splash this summer

Are you looking for a great way to enjoy the summer months? It’s the perfect time to soak up the sun and have a little bit of fun! Whether it’s with family or…

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Fitness

Defeating the summer heat one workout at a time

Summer is finally here and let’s face it… It’s a hot one! The winter chill has finally subsided and everyone is antsy to get outside and enjoy the weather.

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