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Why You Should Stop Eating Low-Fat, Zero-Calorie Foods

Why You Should Stop Eating Low-Fat, Zero-Calorie Foods

There was a time, after losing 70 pounds many years ago, that all I ate were mostly low-fat and zero-calorie foods. The less fat, I reasoned, the better. However, I wasn’t making the healthy choices I thought I was —… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Personal Care, Weight Loss
How Flaxseed Benefits Our Health

How Flaxseed Benefits Our Health

Flaxseed has been a valued commodity since as early as 3,000 B.C. Not only were the plant’s fibers used to make cloth but the seeds proved to be a reliable and nutritious food source. Today, flax is still a popular… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health
Why You Need Fats In Your Diet

Why You Need Fats In Your Diet

Fat seems to have gotten a very bad rep lately, being blamed for many medical problems and an epidemic of obesity in North America. The truth is that you need to get at least 10% of your daily calories from… 0 Shares | | Posted in Fitness Nutrition, Health, Nutrition
It’s the Season of Thanks and Family Recipes

It’s the Season of Thanks and Family Recipes

It’s the season of thanks when many of us dig out those old family recipes.  Traditional recipes passed down that we love to make, enjoy and share for the holiday feast.  It may be our Aunt’s famous stuffing or Grandmother’s… 0 Shares | | Posted in Chemicals, Food, Food, GMOs, Health, Health, Home, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Nutrition, Politics & Government, Weight Loss