There’s nothing sweet about what too much sugar does to your diet and your health. Sugar has been linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain cancers, acne, wrinkles and other signs of accelerated aging.
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You have a cold. You feel miserable. Tempted to reach for junky comfort foods? Think twice. Many of them will do more harm than good in your fight to get well. That’s because it’s doubly important to steer clear of foods that dehydrate, provoke inflammation or disrupt sleep when you have a cold.
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Sip a smoothie without finding yourself in a diet dilemma by enjoying one of our diabetes-friendly recipes. They’re based on whole produce--some with veggies!
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Dining out shouldn’t be stressful, but when you’ve been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, visiting a restaurant can feel suddenly fraught with peril.
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Former first lady Michelle Obama, activist Janet Mock and actress Sophia Bush are just a few of the people who’ve inspired generations of women to overcome the challenges posed by America’s patriarchal society. But who did they look up to most as they were growing up and starting their careers?
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With the holiday season approaching, you’re likely about to get a slew of invites to social events. But holiday parties can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming, even for extroverts, as we all can be somewhat apprehensive about having to rub elbows with people we don't know well.
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Is that casserole gluten-free? What about the pie? The answer is most likely “no” for both, especially if we’re talking about standard holiday fare. But you might be surprised by how easy it is to remove gluten from a holiday menu. You just need to know which ingredient swaps to make.
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Chicken is no longer the lean meat you thought it to be. In fact, it has more fat than most ground beef.
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Think it’s impossible to make a delectable dessert in minutes? Think again. Beyond being incredibly quick to prepare, these scrumptious treats burst with nutrients from fruits and whole grains.
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41-year old elementary school teacher Angela shares her experience with Jenny Craig – and the real secret to losing weight.
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You've probably heard it a thousand times: Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. And now that you have diabetes it's even more so.
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Omega-3s have historically caused some confusion among consumers – here’s a deeper look into their history and properties.
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If you thought the words “cookie” and “healthy” didn’t belong in the same sentence, think again. Here are 10 cookie recipes that are healthier than the store-bought variety. From natural sweeteners to quality flours, you’ll be baking with good-for-you ingredients. So break out the rolling pin and preheat your oven.
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We all know how hard it is to [resist holiday fare](https://www.livestrong.com/slideshow/1009089-15-proven-strategies-avoid-holiday-weight-gain/).
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Maybe you’ve heard from friends, read the articles or seen the videos. Canola, they say, is harmful. Some even claim it’s a killer.
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You’ve probably heard that fat is bad for you. Food manufacturers market and sell fat-free and low-fat products. Restaurants trim fat off meat. And when folks like Dr. Robert Atkins said we should eat more fat and less cereal, they were shouted down by a legion of nutritional experts.
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You might think of the push-up as an arm exercise, but this do-it-all move also works your shoulders, back, chest and abs. So if you hate push-ups (or if you’re just sick of them), it’s important to swap out the right exercises to reap similar benefits.
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Most weight lifting exercises can be considered either a strength or endurance exercise, depending on the number of sets and reps you do.
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Ramp up workout intensity by doing interval training on a stationary bike. Alternate between sprinting and recovering for a hard but effective session.
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A broken ankle takes months to heal. Use an upper-body ergometer to keep up your fitness during this time.
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