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Sneaky Sugar
Posted on: November 17, 2016Categories: LiveWell 24/7According to the AHA, children are eating three times as much added sugar as they should be. To combat this problem, only six teaspoons of added sugar and one eight ounce beverage with added sugar should be consumed daily. You may ask, what does six teaspoons of added sugar entail? This equals 100 calories, or 25 grams of sugar. Children under 2 years old should not have any added sugars, as this affects development. This is an important concept, as it is important to break the sugar cra ...
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Are Omega-3s All That They’re Cracked Out To Be?
Posted on: November 10, 2016Categories: LiveWell 24/7They sure are! If you're trying to enhance your overall physical and mental health, increase your fat consumption! While it is important to cut back on foods containing saturated and trans fat, eliminating all fats from your diet can deprive you of important health benefits. Foods containing polyunsaturated fats, such as fish, nuts, and seeds, and omega-3 dietary supplements will help your body function and boost your overall health. Mental Health Benefits Individuals with bip ...
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Health Over Habits
Posted on: November 3, 2016Categories: LiveWell 24/7Do you find yourself consistently repeating bad eating habits? It's difficult not to make these mistakes with our busy schedules and on-the-go tendencies. Listed below are the most common mistakes made that may be affecting your health and wellness. Try addressing these common mistakes now so you can be happy and healthy later! Mindless Eating - Portion out your meals on smaller dishes. Try not to eat straight out of the bag or container! Nighttime Eating - Try and co ...