When you're committed to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, the amount of information out there can be daunting. That's why we started the For Healthy Living blog. We'll condense the news, trends and health tidbits that are most relevant to you all in one place. If you have suggestions for posts, send them our way!
Farmer’s markets: A win-win
Some things, like the Shakeweight, are a fad. They come, we laugh at them, and they go. Some things are a trend. They come, we enjoy it for a while, and then they, too, go (Hypercolor T-shirts, anyone?). And finally, … Continue reading
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Some things, like the Shakeweight, are a fad. They come, we laugh at them, and they go. Some things are a trend. They come, we enjoy it for a while, and then they, too, go (Hypercolor T-shirts, anyone?). And finally, … Continue reading
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What 2,000 calories looks like
The go-to recommendation for the average person’s diet is 2,000 calories a day. Depending on your activity level and health history, your mileage may vary. But have you ever wondered what 2,000 calories looks like? Buzzfeed was inspired by post … Continue reading
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The go-to recommendation for the average person’s diet is 2,000 calories a day. Depending on your activity level and health history, your mileage may vary. But have you ever wondered what 2,000 calories looks like? Buzzfeed was inspired by post … Continue reading
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Swim lessons save lives
Here is a staggering statistic: Researchers publishing in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine found that participating in formal swimming lessons can reduce the risk of drowning in kids ages 1-4 years old by 88 percent. The Y has been … Continue reading
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Here is a staggering statistic: Researchers publishing in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine found that participating in formal swimming lessons can reduce the risk of drowning in kids ages 1-4 years old by 88 percent. The Y has been … Continue reading
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Eat Real Food: Part 3 — Kids need Real Food, too
In Eat Real Food Part 1, we defined what Real Food is. (Here’s the Cliff’s notes: It’s the stuff that the Good Lord made in nature.) In Part 2, we discussed ways to get more Real Food in your diet. … Continue reading
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In Eat Real Food Part 1, we defined what Real Food is. (Here’s the Cliff’s notes: It’s the stuff that the Good Lord made in nature.) In Part 2, we discussed ways to get more Real Food in your diet. … Continue reading
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Eat Real Food: Part 2 — Adding Real Food to your diet
In Eat Real Food Part 1, we defined what Real Food is. Now we’re going to look at ways to add more Real Food to your diet. Improving your diet will have a lot of benefits to your life. You’ll … Continue reading
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In Eat Real Food Part 1, we defined what Real Food is. Now we’re going to look at ways to add more Real Food to your diet. Improving your diet will have a lot of benefits to your life. You’ll … Continue reading
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Eat Real Food — Part 1 Defining Real Food
Want to save the world? Eat Real Food. OK. Maybe that’s overstating it a little bit. But when you choose to chew real food and eschew prepackaged processed foods, there are benefits beyond better health (which we’ll get to in … Continue reading
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Want to save the world? Eat Real Food. OK. Maybe that’s overstating it a little bit. But when you choose to chew real food and eschew prepackaged processed foods, there are benefits beyond better health (which we’ll get to in … Continue reading
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Mondays aren’t so bad …
Monday has a reputation for being a bully, but it may not be deserved. According to a massive Gallup study, moods on Monday are no bluer than they are any other day of the week. The reason for Monday’s bad … Continue reading
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Monday has a reputation for being a bully, but it may not be deserved. According to a massive Gallup study, moods on Monday are no bluer than they are any other day of the week. The reason for Monday’s bad … Continue reading
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Support local lung cancer research!
The Caine Halter Lungs4Life 5K and fun run is not just another 5K. The race raises money for lung cancer research that will be used locally to find treatments for this deadly disease. Please check out this year’s Lungs4Life promotional … Continue reading
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The Caine Halter Lungs4Life 5K and fun run is not just another 5K. The race raises money for lung cancer research that will be used locally to find treatments for this deadly disease. Please check out this year’s Lungs4Life promotional … Continue reading
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How to pick an Avocado
Avocados are a misunderstood fruit. Do you get them when they’re firm like an apple? Pleasantly mushy like a plantain? But they’re a versatile fruit, too. Of course you can make guacamole, or add them to salads. But avocados can be used … Continue reading
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Avocados are a misunderstood fruit. Do you get them when they’re firm like an apple? Pleasantly mushy like a plantain? But they’re a versatile fruit, too. Of course you can make guacamole, or add them to salads. But avocados can be used … Continue reading
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October is Stoptober
In England, October is Stoptober, the month people are encouraged to quit smoking. but you don’t have to be a Subject to the Queen to take part. At the Y, we want you to have the healthiest life you can … Continue reading
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In England, October is Stoptober, the month people are encouraged to quit smoking. but you don’t have to be a Subject to the Queen to take part. At the Y, we want you to have the healthiest life you can … Continue reading
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