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Sugar Substitutes Don’t Help Weight Loss in the Long-Term

We've been told time and time again that consuming too much sugar is detrimental to our health. It causes inflammation, pain, increases the risk of type-2 diabetes, may heighten your risk of cardiovascular disease, raises the risk for metabolic syndrome, and more. Foods that are loaded with sugar are also often processed, full of unhealthy… Continue reading Sugar Substitutes Don’t Help Weight Loss in the Long-Term

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9 Non-Alcoholic Drink Recipes

We shared in a recent post that new studies have uncovered additional information that points to the benefits of limiting alcohol intake. For many, one of the hardest aspects of cutting back on drinking is still wanting to enjoy a delicious beverage. Most often, that drink is also associated with another element. It can be… Continue reading 9 Non-Alcoholic Drink Recipes

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8 Nutritious Main Easter Dishes

Easter marks a beautiful time of year. Signs of spring are beginning to show themselves- warmth, beautiful blooms, and new life starting a new cycle. Today we will share several recipes for the Easter holiday that focus on healthy eating that supports your body's function. And, don't forget to check out our weekly exercise posts… Continue reading 8 Nutritious Main Easter Dishes

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Women’s Cardiovascular Health Positively Impacted by Mediterranean Diet

One person dies every 37 seconds in the United States from cardiovascular disease (which refers to disease of the heart or blood vessels). And, in the United States, someone has a heart attack every 40 seconds. Heart disease is the number one cause of death for women. Heart attack symptoms are most often thought if as… Continue reading Women’s Cardiovascular Health Positively Impacted by Mediterranean Diet

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Afternoon Exercise Linked to Longer Life

Exercise at any time of the day is better than none. There is no disputing that. But a new study adds another layer to the fascinating way our bodies react to our routines. The study, published in Nature Communications (Feb. 2023), showed that people who worked out in the mid-afternoon had a lower risk of… Continue reading Afternoon Exercise Linked to Longer Life