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Fish, seafood are healthy choices for diets
Dear Dietitian, I’m allergic to fresh fish, but I can eat crab, scallops, shrimp and canned salmon without reactions such as blisters, throat tingling and sneezing. I’ve always been able to eat canned tuna without reaction, but fresh fish will cause lip swelling, eye-watering, and hives. My questions are: How much canned salmon is too…
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6 Healthy Finds Coming to Aldi in December
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for Aldi customers: the beginning of a new month. Aldi just shared a sneak peek at its December slate of Aldi finds—those are great, Aldi-exclusive deals that drop each week—and there’s plenty to look forward to. Whether you want to treat your pet to something special or…
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Pop Your Way to Healthier Snacking With These 5 Best Popcorn Makers
Crisp, light popcorn makes a delicious snack, whether prepared for a movie marathon, a social gathering or “just because.” The fluffy popped corn kernels have a subtly nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with many tasty toppings, from honey and peanuts to Parmesan with lime. And, according to dietitians, popcorn is one of the healthier options…
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18 Most Nutritious Leafy Greens—Ranked!
We all know by now that leafy greens are some of the healthiest foods we can eat. In general, these vegetables—which include things like spinach, kale, cabbage, etc.—have been linked to slowing cognitive decline, reducing the risk of heart disease, and even lowering your risk of certain cancers. Beyond these general health benefits, some leafy…
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What Eating Too Much Sugar Does to Your Body
Sugary foods don’t have the best reputation: from sugar-sweetened sodas to candy and desserts, we all have likely experienced the effects of eating too much sugar and trying to make a positive change to cut back. Yet, how much sugar is too much? And what does sugar do to the body when overconsumed? We spoke…
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Why Jennifer Garner Stashes 8 Bags of This Healthy Snack in Her Purse
Jennifer Garner has amassed a lifelong fan following not just because of her exceptional talent as an actress but because of how down-to-earth and relatable she is in every public appearance. In a recent Instagram video, the Alias star hopped on the social media trend of making “what’s in my bag” videos and took us…
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Mia Hamm Just Shared Her Go-To Snacks That Keep Her Satisfied on Busy Days
While she has been retired from playing professional soccer for nearly two decades, Mia Hamm is still considered one of the greatest players the sport has ever seen. Nowadays, she focuses on her philanthropic work via the Mia Hamm Foundation and, most recently, her partnership with Incyte and GVHD Now. Spreading awareness on bone marrow…
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Workplace Well-Being Program Focuses on Connection
What does workplace well-being mean to you? For some people, it may mean free lunch on Fridays or flexible PTO days. For other employees, it might revolve around having a good relationship with their supervisors. But one of the most important aspects of workplace well-being is connection among coworkers, according to the Surgeon General’s Framework…
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University of Mississippi Program Helps Mississippi Teachers Teach ‘the Whole Child’
Local News Published on December 5th, 2023 | by University of Mississippi School of Education program teaches yoga, mindfulness, healthy habits for the classroom In a pre-K classroom at Rosser Early Learning Center in Moorehead, children sit with legs crossed and eyes closed. In what is normally a bustling classroom, an unexpected silence settles in.…
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5 Expert-Backed Health Benefits Of Beets
Beets are rich in antioxidants, especially betalains, which give beets their red color. Research suggests betanin, the main betalain found in beets, destroys free radicals (unstable atoms that can damage cells) twice as effectively as other antioxidants. This increased antioxidant activity may be due to its unique chemical structure. What’s more, betalains may prevent DNA…