It is now a little more than half way through the first month of the New Year and many who make New Year’s health resolutions may already have feel that they have failed. Not exercising everyday, overeating more often then at just one birthday party, getting stressed and acting out […]
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Another year came to an end (or a beginning, depending how you look at it) and it is time to make our new year’s resolutions. Many people choose to be healthier or exercise more, hoping that this year will be the year of change. It is great to work towards […]
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November is Diabetes Awareness Month! Instead of waiting until the problem starts, let’s discuss prevention tips now. The National Diabetes Education Program through the NIH recommends that every American over the age of 45 have their blood sugar checked yearly and individuals under the age of 45 if they have […]
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Pretty soon the streets will be lined with children and adults alike dressed as ghosts, goblins, super heroes, and princesses all clamoring at your door or Halloween party for exciting Halloween treats. Candy and chocolate are the sweets of choice for most households, but there are alternatives that are just […]
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Today, October 17, is National Pasta Day! Not to be confused with National Spaghetti Day on January 4th, today is about all types of pasta. Pasta which means “paste” in Italian is one of the most accessible and versatile foods in the world, which is one of the reasons it […]
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‘Tis the season for cooler weather, falling leaves, shorter days, and it’s National Fruits & Veggies Month. While it is sad to leave summer fruits and vegetables behind, it turns out that Fall produce provides great opportunities for foods rich in vitamins, minerals, and anti-oxidants without losing great taste. Apples […]
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Happy birthday! The older I get, the faster the time seems to go. It is hard to believe that is has been about a year since Eat Fit Health was launched and wow what a year it has been! We just got back from a much needed family vacation at […]
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It’s back-to-school season once again. Whether you or your little ones are starting classes, it is difficult to balance studies, after school activities, work, and kids, not to mention what you should pack for lunch. Follow some of these tips to help your morning rush run a little smoother. Prepare […]
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Nothing beats the summer heat like the taste of a cold popsicle. I have many childhood memories of making sweet, cold treats with my mother and sisters to enjoy on hot, humid Texas summer evenings. Sticky fingers and all, those memories never fade. As parents we worry about the amount […]
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Summer is a great time to go on vacation. The weather is nice, the little ones are out of school, and work may be a little slow. However, do not throw out all your hard work from a week away. There are many small things you can do while on […]
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Strategies for making healthy food in a hotel room On my last guest blog post, I wrote about ways to help you eat healthy when you are on a road trip. If you recall from this post, my job requires full time traveling throughout the country; therefore, I live in a […]
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A few weeks ago on May 6 it was International No Diet Day (INDD). INDD was first commemorated in the early 1990’s by British feminist Mary Evans Young, an influential author and advocate whose successfully recovery from anorexia led her to establish the holiday. INDD is now an annual celebration […]
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The weather is getting a little bit warmer, we’re starting to dream of picnics at the park, and the smell of the beach. But we can’t get too ahead of ourselves, we must enjoy March, because it’s National Nutrition Month®! The month of March has been adopted by Academy of […]
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It’s hard to believe that 2013 has come to an end and it’s that time of year where people start thinking about their New Year’s Resolutions. If you’re like most people, you don’t even want to think about making New Year’s resolutions anymore because it’s too depressing when you don’t […]
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When you think about the holidays, what comes to mind? For me it’s the smell of cookies baking, a stuffed turkey, pumpkin pie, and hot cocoa. The great treats of the season really stick with you, not only in your fond memories but on your waistline too! Although food is […]
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