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Fighting the fear of needles
I had been eager to sign up for my company wellness exam. That eagerness vanished when I saw the nurse prep a needle for a blood test. As a child I screamed, cried and had to be held to the table for...
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Focus on flavor in the produce aisle
I’m a fan of vegetables. Often times, I feel like a minority. Once, I had a co-worker tell me that someone had cooked asparagus and the green vegetable “frightened” him. That seemed a bit extreme....
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Keeping healthy during the holidays
We all waver a bit on healthy eating during the holidays. However, there’s a happy line between wavering and over indulging. Most holiday appetizers are about 60 calories PER BITE. With numbers like...
View ArticleBoosting your immune system
I’m sneezing and coughing, and I know I’m not alone. But don’t despair. There are some things you can do to prepare your body for this sniffly time of year. Rather than throwing your money into...
View ArticleTips on sticking to New Year’s resolutions
Losing weight ranks No. 1 as 2014′s most common resolution. Enjoying life to the fullest comes in at No. 4. Staying fit and being healthier ranked fifth and quitting smoking hit seventh. Of the top 10...
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Portion control on the go
I don’t keep measuring cups or spoons in my purse, but I still keep an eye on just how much I’m eating. It’s easy to keep portions under control in your own kitchen. Cups, scales and spoons help keep...
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Slimming down with sandwiches
I get a lot of flack in the newsroom for my favorite sandwich. Stevie Dirt actually goes as far as to call it “the backyard on bread.” It’s whole wheat bread, an avocado spread, low-fat cheese,...
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Cauliflower power
Need a comfort food that won’t throw your diet? I can’t remember the last time I guiltlessly put a blob of mashed potatoes on my plate. Although lately, I’ve used a worthy substitute. Cauliflower has...
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You ask, I answer — Avocado spread
I got this question from Amanda after my “Slimming down with sandwiches” post. What do you use for an avocado spread? I would love this sandwich. I love the Mediterranean Veggie sandwich at Panera and...
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A protein-packed snack
Americans are snackers. We eat in the car, at our desks and in front of the television. Snacking is as habitual for many as brushing teeth in the morning. It’s just what we do. I’m a snacker too, but I...
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