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Understanding Hydrogenated Oils

What are Hydrogenated Oils?Although it may be familiar to some circles, not everyone is aware of what hydrogenated oils are—nor are they attuned to the fact that those types of oils can cause some serious health problems, especially if they are consumed in large quantities over extended periods of time. So many of today’s popular food items are chock full of this nasty stuff, but thankfully there are ways to avoid it. First, however, you must understand what hydrogenated oil is so that you recognize it when you clean out your kitchen.

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Dirty Dozen Fruits and Vegetables: What’s in Favorite Summer Salads?

Summer Salad Dirty Dozen Fruits and Vegetables

Every year, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) issues its Dirty Dozen Fruits and Vegetables. This is a list of the twelve types of produce that are likely to be highest in pesticides. These “dirtiest” among fruits and veggies have been making the list since 2004.

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Reasons to Include More Fat in Your Diet

More Fat in Your DietContrary to popular belief, getting enough good fat in your diet is important to maintaining optimal health. It may be the case that overconsumption of fat may wreck your fitness, but that does not mean it should be avoided altogether. There are several good reasons to include more fat in your diet, and this is advice that comes straight from the experts. It turns out that you should make sure you are eating plenty of fat each day if you want to be as healthy as possible.

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When Giving Up Gluten is a Mistake

is Giving Up Gluten a Mistake?Giving up gluten altogether might sound like a good idea in light of all the recent dietary trends popping up, but it would be in your best interest to know all the facts before jumping on the bandwagon. Those who wish to optimize their food intake might find it beneficial to get rid of gluten in the foods they eat while others might not have the same positive results. To be educated on any matter, you have to understand the underlying issues as well as take into consideration both sides of the equation.

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Everything You Should Know about Trans Fat

Trans Fat FoodIn today’s world, it pays to be informed, especially when it comes to the things you eat. Modern times have made it easier for food manufacturers to cut corners and place harmful additives, preservatives, and chemicals into our favorite dishes. One of the main concerns for this generation is the influx of trans fats into popular recipes. This not-so-welcome change in the way we eat may end up having some serious consequences if we do not do our homework in time.

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How to Stick to Your New Year’s Resolution Beyond January

Stick to your New Year's Resolution

When you first make your New Year’s resolution, it’s easy to feel motivated and driven to keep up with it. However, keeping up a great new healthy habit for two weeks and keeping it up for a year means two very different things.  After all, the motivation from the fresh start at the top of January can feel fantastic. It feels like you can do anything. You’re working with a blank slate. That said, as you slip away from the holidays and back into your daily routine, it can be easy to leave that drive behind you.

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Eat These High Calorie Holiday Treats in Moderation to Avoid Regret

High Calorie Holiday Treats to limit

The entire month of December can feel as though it’s raining high calorie holiday treats. They land all around you, no matter where you look. It’s impossible to avoid them and, to be honest, trying to stop yourself from eating any of them will only make you miserable. It will also likely lead to failure. (more…)



How Do Sugary Drinks Affect Your Body and Your Weight?

How Sugary Drinks Affect Your Body Those super-sugary drinks that are tucked away in your refrigerator and pantry might taste yummy, but they could also be negatively affecting your tummy. Sugary drinks affect your body in more ways than one, though. Because of this, you should first learn what sort of impact these tasty drinks have on your body, and then you will want to figure out some healthy ways to avoid sugary drinks altogether.

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The Best Apps for Keeping Track of What You Eat

Apps for Keeping Track of What You EatAre you keeping track of what you eat?  It’s often called the best way to ensure your weight management efforts will be effective. Diet is, after all, the top factor identified by science to determine whether you will gain, maintain or lose.  If you are tracking, the odds are, you’re doing so – or want to do so – with an app.

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Healthy Recipes for a Summer Picnic

Healthy Recipes for a Summer Picnic

It’s a staple of summer fun, yet we need to find healthier recipes for a summer picnic. So many of us will set out to enjoy a delicious and festive picnic in the warmer months, but we won’t realize just what we’re eating. There are some foods that we accept as the norm when really, they need a healthy overhaul. If you are eating these foods, then it’s time to do some re-evaluating.

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