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  • Full on Fiber by

    Posted on: May 4, 2016Categories: LiveWell 24/7

    This one simple tip may be just the thing you need to amp up your diet and reach your health goals. Fiber is a necessary part of any diet in order to maintain balance in digestion and absorb maximal nutrients. What is fiber? There are two types of fiber, soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber absorbs water and nutrients during digestion and keeps you fuller longer. It also helps to lower blood cholesterol and manage blood sugar levels. Soluble fiber may be referred to as a prebiotic, which fe ...

  • Get Active! by

    Posted on: April 27, 2016Categories: LiveWell 24/7

    Regular physical activity is essential for your health and wellbeing. It is especially important in maintaining or losing weight. Most Americans are well aware of this, yet still remain sedentary. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an astounding 70 percent of adults are not achieving the basic recommendation of at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity five days a week. Why Exercise? Controls your blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight Raises you ...

  • The Importance of Fats by

    Posted on: April 20, 2016Categories: LiveWell 24/7

    That's right we said it... Fats are important! Healthy fat intake is essential for your overall health and we're going to tell you how you can incorporate it into your diet. Low-fat and high sugar diets could be causing your body to hoard calories. Adding healthy fats to your meal plan will help you burn more calories while staying fuller longer. “Healthy fat” rich foods include… Nuts Avocados Salmon, tuna, tilapia Cheese Meat Eggs Cheese Butter Olive, coconut, sesame seed, ...

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