Before you try Botox…

10 Friday Aug 2018

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…try some blueberries, first. Research at the University of Hawaii found the antioxidants in blueberries slow the formation of fine lines and wrinkles… because they boost production of collagen and elastin, the inner structure that keeps our skin smooth and supple. Those same compounds also help heal damaged skin – making it look younger and healthier, again.

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Have the SMALL popcorn when you go to the movies!

30 Wednesday Aug 2017

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If your favorite movie genre is horror or thrillers – get the SMALL popcorn. Because research from Cornell University says movie-goers are more likely to munch while watching scary movies. Why? Blame the stress from the edge-of-your-seat action! It increases the stress hormone cortisol, which prompts us to eat more in case we need energy to run from Freddy Krueger! Cortisol also makes us crave fatty and salty foods – not kale and blueberries. So if you’re going to watch horror movies – get the small popcorn. Cornell’s experts say small portions can be just as satisfying, both physically and psychologically, as servings with 7-times as many calories.

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Feeling tense?

24 Monday Jul 2017

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Here are a few foods proven to help you de‑stress:
Starting with Blueberries. They contain antioxidants so powerful, they counteract the production of cortisol, the stress hormone that increases blood sugar levels. And high levels of cortisol are linked to belly fat.
Another anti-stress food: Peaches. The potassium in peaches helps lower blood pressure.
Finally, when you’re stressed, load up on sunflower seeds. They contain high levels of folate, which helps your body produce the feel-good brain chemical dopamine.

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Fight allergies with these foods!

28 Monday Nov 2016

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Allergy sufferers……Put these things on your shopping list: onions, apples, blueberries, red grapes and green tea. According to the journal Clinical & Experimental Allergy, those foods are high in an antioxidant called “quercetin.” And research shows it prevents immune cells from releasing histamine – which is a protein that gives you symptoms like itchy, watery eyes and sneezing.

Have a blueberry smoothie

08 Thursday Sep 2016

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You don’t need fresh blueberries for your smoothie. Go ahead and use frozen ones. They’re even more nutritious. That’s because the ice crystals that form during freezing break down the plant cells. That means, when you finally eat them, the nutrients and antioxidants will be more easily absorbed.

You don’t need to eat kale to be healthy…

31 Thursday Mar 2016

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because iceberg lettuce is actually good for you! The CDC found that iceberg lettuce ranks higher in density of the 17 most important nutrients than many other super-healthy fruits and vegetables. For example, it’s more nutrient-dense than sweet potatoes and blueberries! And it isn’t far behind broccoli and kale. So, when your kale-snob friend looks at your iceberg salad with scorn – let them know the CDC says it’s actually really healthy!

The Mediterranean Diet isn’t the only game in town.

23 Monday Feb 2015

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You may want to try The Baltic Sea Diet! It’s recommended by the British Journal of Nutrition. The Baltic Sea runs along the coast of Sweden and nutritionists found that people who ate traditional Scandinavian foods were 43% less likely to be overweight. The diet is filled with whole grains like oats and barley – berries, vegetables, low-fat milk and fish. The diet has a lot of fiber – particularly from the grains.

Boost your immune system!

21 Tuesday Oct 2014

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Load up on red grapes and blueberries: Researchers from Oregon State University analyzed more than 400 compounds to find out which ones were best at boosting our immune system. They found that two compounds stood above the others: resveratrol found in red grapes, and pterostilbene in blueberries. Both of those compounds play a significant role in immune function. So if you’re at the grocery store, make sure you grab some red grapes and blueberries on your way through the produce department.

Here’s an easy way to make your mornings less hectic.

15 Wednesday Oct 2014

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Have the same thing for breakfast every day. Like blueberries in Greek yogurt. That’s what Dr. Oz has. It’ll be a no-brainer, so you don’t have to think about what to make – all you do is dump the berries on top of the yogurt and grab a spoon. Plus, you’ll be getting a ton of nutrients and protein, to keep you feeling full. Another plus? Women who eat the same thing for breakfast every day consume 100 fewer calories per day than women who change it up all the time.

What’s the best source of protein besides meat?

01 Tuesday Apr 2014

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If you’re trying to cut back on meat, but still want protein – go for cottage cheese.

It’s the best source of protein besides meat!

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, a cup of cottage cheese has the same amount of protein as a hamburger patty, a small steak or a chicken breast.

Sometimes I like to mix in a few blueberries or some pineapple to sweeten it up a little. Try it, and let me know what you think.

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Before you try Botox…

Have the SMALL popcorn when you go to the movies!

Feeling tense?

Fight allergies with these foods!

Have a blueberry smoothie

You don’t need to eat kale to be healthy…

The Mediterranean Diet isn’t the only game in town.

Boost your immune system!

Here’s an easy way to make your mornings less hectic.

What’s the best source of protein besides meat?