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Tahini: What is it, and why should you add it to your diet?
Posted on: June 15, 2017Categories: LiveWell 24/7What is it? Tahini is a paste made of ground up sesame seeds, commonly used in Mediterranean or Middle Eastern cuisine. Why should I eat it? The dairy free paste is completely "clean", meaning it is free from processed ingredients, and two tablespoons contains 5 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber, as well as calcium, magnesium, and iron. Tahini is low in sodium and has a nutty flavor, thus offering a great alternative to traditional nut butters. How can I add it to my diet? Use T ...
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National Safety Month Week One: Stand Up to Falls
Posted on: June 6, 2017Categories: LiveWell 24/7Sponsored by the National Safety Council, each week of June focuses on education, prevention, and preparation efforts surrounding specific safety issues. As the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, unintentional injuries include unintentional falls, poisonings and motor vehicle crashes. The first week of National Safety Month targets the prevention of accidental falls, as 55% of all unintentional injuries in people aged 65 and older were accidental falls according to 2013 data. R ...
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Kick start a sluggish metabolism with these 7 tips!
Posted on: May 30, 2017Categories: LiveWell 24/7When we talk about the term metabolism, we are really talking about our basal metabolic rate, or the minimum number of calories needed each day for the body to complete its normal functions. Use these 7 tips to increase the amount of calories that your body burns at rest, and help your metabolism work at its prime. Having an efficient metabolism helps you feel more energetic, active and can make losing/maintaining weight easier. Do more heavy lifting: Muscle burns more calories at rest ...