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Milk’s post-workout profile: It can help endurance athletes refuel for peak performance 12/22/11
Will consuming certain foods or beverages after workouts make a difference in terms of athletic performance? That depends on what type of workouts you do.
If you exercise 3-4 times a week, there’s no need to worry about a post-exercise eating plan because there’s plenty of time to refuel before your next workout.
If, however, you’re a …
Banish the winter blues 11/28/11
Do the cold, dark days of winter make you want to hole up and hibernate? You’re not alone! The “winter blues”—low energy and lack of motivation—is normal and can be attributed to the lower light intensity and lower temperatures of northern locales.
Try these tips to brighten your mood and spark your energy.
Lighten up: To counter …
Is your kitchen making you sick? 10/25/11
Those flu-like symptoms may be the result of contaminated food from your very own kitchen. That’s right: Foodborne illnesses occur three times more often from food prepared in private homes than from commercially-prepared food.
The causes of foodborne illness are often due to improper storage, unsafe food handling, lack of cleanliness and poor refrigerator maintenance. The …
Health and wellness in the zone 9/27/11
In certain areas of the world coined The Blue Zones, it appears that the fountain of youth isn’t due to the water, but rather a pool of particular
lifestyle habits. In these zones, people often live long, active lives past the age of 100.
Scientists have found longevity to be longer than average in Sardinia, Italy; Okinawa, …
Antibiotic use in animal agriculture: What consumers want to know 8/24/11
As a large animal veterinarian for 35 years and an associate professor in the department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University, Michelle Kopcha is passionate about educating the public and her students about animal agriculture and food safety. “Education is key—it’s important to provide clear and accurate information to …
Bugs are nutritious and some day delicious 7/25/11
In just a few years, Americans may take adventurous eating to a new level: The ground level. That’s where cuisine gets creepy-crawly.
You may not be ready to eat insects today, but Marcel Dicke, Professor of Entomology at Wageningen University in the Netherlands, as well as ecology experts, say Americans need to get used to the …
Learn how to take your time 3/22/11
Life is much more enjoyable when savored. Consider these examples from Leo Babauta, author of the blog Zen Habits and the book The Power of Less: Do Less, Get More Done:
Is a book better if you speed read it, or if you take your time and get lost in it?
Is a song better if you …Living with celiac disease 8/25/10
Tracy Nichols had no idea she had the gene for celiac disease until last year. That’s when, at age 30, severe symptoms drove her to see her doctor. Although Nichols woke up feeling fine every morning, by the afternoon she had “horrible bloating” and by nighttime she couldn’t stand up straight. “I was familiar with …
Fit to flatter 5/24/10
Take a moment to picture something you’ve worn that makes you feel fantastic: Perhaps it’s a particular dress, suit, or shirt. What is it about that piece of clothing that works so well for you? Is it the cut, the color, the fit—or perhaps all three?
Taking time to discover what looks good on you will …
What has your drink done for you lately? 5/24/10
What has your drink done for you lately? Usually, beverage choice is based on what best slakes thirst and satisfies taste buds. But, don’t stop there. Think of beverages as another opportunity to get needed nutrients.
Most adults and children don’t get enough vitamin E, calcium, magnesium, potassium and fiber, according to USDA’s Dietary Guidelines for …
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