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On the Go? Here's 20 Unprocessed Finger Foods
They say, “Be wary of the middle aisles of the grocery store.” Who is the mysterious “they?” And what happens in the middle? “The...
By: Staff | August 01, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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6 Workplace Health Hacks
It’s no secret that prolonged sitting and inactivity can be one potential contributor to possible health risks; like, weight gain,...
By Staff | January 25, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Men’s Health Features Real Appeal
Air Force vet George Ranson was trim and fit when he left the service almost 20 years ago. Over time, though, the scale ticked up ...
By: Staff | February 13, 2020 | Real Appeal
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Four Things Men Can Do for Better Health
Taking care of your health is important and it’s something everyone – including men– should make a priority. Especially if you wa...
By Staff | October 30, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Sneaky Habits That May Be Sabotaging Your Health
Sure, it's the most wonderful time of the year, but somewhere between cutting up cubes of stale bread for the homemade stuffing, m...
By: Lindsay J. Warner | December 02, 2019 | EatingWell
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We Know What to Do. Why Don't We Do It?
You know you could improve your health with a few steps every day. But you haven't started. Or maybe you've tried a few times but ...
By: Mayo Clinic Health Information Library | May 16, 2019 | Staff
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10 Behaviors for Healthy Weight Loss
Losing weight is challenging, and it seems everyone has an opinion on the best way to do it. The bottom line is "one size does not...
By: Katherine D. McManus, MS, RD, LDN | May 16, 2019 | Harvard Health Letters
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8 Fun Workouts That Don’t Feel Like Working Out
Maybe you’re not interested in doing a high-intensity workout, or the idea of the weight room makes you shudder. That doesn’t mean...
By: Molly Hurford | June 18, 2018 | Rally Health
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Fitting Healthy Snacks Into Your Day
We have become a nation of snackers. At the grocery store, we are bombarded with quick, convenient, "grab and go" options includin...
By: Abby Olson, R.D.N., L.D. | August 01, 2019 | Environmental Nutrition
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Healthy Ways to Adapt Recipes
Can you call your grandmother's beloved bread pudding a healthy recipe? Scrumptious as it may be, it probably isn't what you'd cal...
By: Staff | May 14, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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How Better Habits Helped a Mom Drop 60 Pounds [Video]
Christina Shahan is a supervisor at work, and a mom at home. “I’m always having to worry about being in charge of others,” she say...
By: Caroline Roberts | August 11, 2020 | Rally Health
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How a New Mom Dropped More Than 30 Pounds [Video]
When Kelsey King was pregnant with her first child, she was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Her doctor told her that if she d...
By: Caroline Roberts | July 21, 2020 | Rally Health
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Are You Eating Your Vegetables the Right Way?
We all know we need to eat our veggies. But is it better to eat them raw or cooked? Is a fresh broccoli slaw, for example, better ...
By: Michelle Konstantinovsky | July 20, 2018 | Rally Health
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How Real Appeal Helped a Woman Lose 25 Pounds [Video]
In her first year with her employer, Jamie Harrigan attended her company holiday party wearing a simple sequined black outfit. Her...
By: Caroline Roberts | August 06, 2020 | Rally Health
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Want to Cut Sugar, Salt, or Fat? Retrain Your Taste Buds
We don’t usually overeat on salmon and broccoli, but many of us find it hard to say no to another slice of pizza or cake. That’s n...
By: Kate Rockwood | August 02, 2018 | Rally Health
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Self Care and Your Waistline
Reaching a healthy weight isn’t something that happens only when you’re at the gym or watching what you eat. It’s influenced by th...
By: Kate Rockwood | September 24, 2019 | Rally Health
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7 Time-Saving Hacks That Make Healthy Home Cooking a Breeze
Always scrambling for time in the kitchen? Or swapping your meal plan for take-out menus, when time runs tight? We feel you. Yet&n...
By: Kate Rockwood | July 27, 2018 | Rally Health
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In It Together - How a Diet Partner Helps You Lose Weight
For years, the M&M’s on a secretary’s desk at the Trumbull County courthouse in northeastern Ohio were Claudia Cabot’s downfall. C...
By: Courtney Rubin | October 30, 2019 | Rally Health
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9 Workouts That You Can Absolutely Fit Into Your Day
Most of us have plans to work out more, get healthier, and maybe even drop a pound or 10. It’s on our to-do lists, and it tops our...
By: Molly Hurford | July 03, 2018 | Rally Health
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Fruit Kabobs With Yogurt Honey Dip
This simple, sweet and healthy treat is delicious and good for you too. Probiotics in the yogurt introduce beneficial bacteria to ...
By: Digestive Health Team | June 11, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Sweet and Sour Turkey Meatballs
This recipe offers a tangy sweet and sour taste but calls for ground turkey breast instead of ground beef, cutting down on calorie...
By: Digestive Health Team | March 30, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Loaded Baked Potato With Black Beans
Turn your potato into a healthy meal! Try this protein-packed vegetarian meal for days when you don’t have time to cook. Bake the ...
By: Digestive Health Team | May 30, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Sweet Banana Smoothie
This banana smoothie recipe includes low-fat dairy products and can be combined with canned soft fruits (such as peaches, pears or...
By: Digestive Health Team | May 07, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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4 Harmful Habits That Get in the Way of Weight Loss
If you’re hoping to lose weight, don’t let problematic eating habits get in your way. Four behaviors can prevent you from mak...
By: Digestive Health Team | July 16, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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3 Tips to Get Back on Track (and 3 Pitfalls to Avoid)
Things were going great — you were losing a pound a week. Then, suddenly, the number on your scale wouldn’t budge … a...
By: Digestive Health Team | November 14, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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Spicy Roasted Chickpeas
Looking for a nibble with zing that’s still a vegetable? This recipe packs protein and fiber with some spice. Bring to a party, se...
By: Digestive Health Team | April 29, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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How to Ease Back Into Working Out
My ancient workout clothes are folded neatly (and squished) beneath a pile of sweaters on a shelf in my closet. They were cute -- ...
By: Heidi Godman | August 13, 2019 | Harvard Health Letter
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Recipe: Pumpkin Bars
These dense, moist bars are sweet enough to satisfy a craving but they won’t send you into a sugar rush. Bonus: There are no refin...
By: Digestive Health Team | December 20, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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7 Tasty Vegetarian Meal Recipes
Believe it or not, you don’t need to eat animal products to meet your daily protein needs. Whether you’re concerned for your heal...
By: Wellness Team | May 09, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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3 Foods You Should Pitch (and Why)
Cleaning out the fridge? Think beyond those shelves that need scrubbing, our dietitians advise. Consider tossing three popula...
By: Digestive Health Team | September 05, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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Eat These Foods Every Day (Or at Least Once a Week)
Improving your diet can seem like a lofty goal, one that people often think requires rigid self-discipline and sacrifice. Cupcakes...
By: Kelly Bilodeau | August 06, 2018 | Harvard Health Letters
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5 Dessert Recipes That Won’t Destroy Your Diet
How do you satisfy your sweet tooth when you’re trying to eat healthy? Try your hand at creating your own treats — with ingr...
By: Digestive Health Team | August 20, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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5 Dessert Recipes That Won’t Destroy Your Diet
How do you satisfy your sweet tooth when you’re trying to eat healthy? Try your hand at creating your own treats — with ingr...
By: Digestive Health Team | December 20, 2018 | Cleveland Clinic
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Plant-Based Diet Recipes for Every Meal of the Day
No need to be 100 percent vegan to eat a more plant-based diet. "Shifting plants to the center of the plate will displace some mea...
By: Karla S. Walsh | May 09, 2019 | Shape
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8 Clever Ways to Stay Hydrated
It's really easy to get dehydrated -- not to mention sunburned -- come summertime. "Staying hydrated in the heat can be more chall...
By: Alex Van Buren | July 30, 2019 | Tribune Health Columnists
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5 Recipes That Showcase the Tiny but Mighty Lentil
Lentils have all the versatility of beans without requiring that you open a can or spend hours soaking and cooking them. They're a...
By: Becky Krystal | May 14, 2019 | The Washington Post
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How Your Friends Can Help You Lose Weight
Research suggests that the health decisions of your social circle can greatly influence your health behaviors. If your group is he...
By: Staff | January 30, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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The Beginner’s Guide to Healthy Meal Prep
If your plan to churn out healthy homemade dinners all week tends to come completely unraveled by Thursday (thank goodness for tha...
By: Staff | May 30, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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The Secret to a Healthier Dinner
Have you ever considered how your eating environment impacts your health? Scientists have. As it turns out, where and how people ...
By: Staff | March 13, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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How to Sneak More Activity Into Your Day
You probably know that regular physical activity is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. It lowers your risk of chronic healt...
By: Staff | March 30, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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4 Steps to Healthier Habits
Want to change an unhealthy habit? Maybe your diet's off the rails or you're binge-watching TV instead of going for a walk after w...
By: Staff | February 13, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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How Many Calories Does Your Favorite Exercise Burn?
Being active is important for any weight-loss or weight-maintenance program. When you're active, your body uses more energy (calor...
By: Staff | January 09, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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Fast Dinner Tips for Hectic Days
Do your intentions to eat well seem to fly out the window when life gets busy? No matter how long your to-do list, stay grounded a...
By: Staff | April 02, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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6 Signs You’re Ready to Lose Weight for Good
Your weight loss success depends in large part on your readiness to take on the challenge. If you jump in before you're ready, you...
By: Staff | July 19, 2019 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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Struggling to Stay Motivated? Try This!
Social media often gets a bad rap as a time-waster or vapid echo chamber. But savvy users have discovered that social media can be...
By: Mayo Clinic Health Information Library | June 10, 2019
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Rev Up Your Workout with This Trusty Little Device
Walking is a great way to get and stay fit. But are you doing enough to see results? Using activity-tracking devices and apps, or ...
By: Staff | April 23, 2019 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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Rev Up Your Workout With This Trusty Little Device
Walking is a great way to get and stay fit. But are you doing enough to see results? Using activity-tracking devices and apps, or ...
By: Mayo Clinic Staff | April 25, 2019 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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How to Maintain Your Weight During the Holidays
Wondering how to maintain your weight during the holiday season? Dieting can be tough when celebrations and treats abound. You ma...
By: Staff | December 20, 2019 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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4 Tips to Help You Stick to Workouts While You Travel
When you're away from home, it can be challenging to maintain your fitness program. But dedication and planning can help you stay ...
By: Staff | May 24, 2019 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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How to Pack a Power Lunch
When you're hungry for lunch, how often do you just grab whatever's available, even relying on a vending machine to supply your mi...
By: Staff | February 13, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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The Connection Between Sleep and Weight
Sleep and weight may be connected in some surprising ways. Not only can how much you weigh affect the quality of your sleep, new r...
By: Staff | June 25, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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Outdoor Exercise: 8 Smart Tips
Exercising outdoors is one of the perks of nice weather. However, outdoor workouts do require a few precautions. Keep your exerci...
By: Staff | May 19, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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How to Use Food to Help Your Body Fight Inflammation
The term "anti-inflammatory diet" gets thrown around in nutrition conversations a lot these days. But why is inflammation bad for ...
By: Staff | February 19, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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How to Build Summer Confidence
It can be challenging not to feel overwhelmed by thoughts of losing weight for the summertime. And no matter if it's the pressure ...
By: Staff | July 03, 2019 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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How Meat and Poultry Can Fit Into a Healthy Diet
A healthy, balanced diet includes a variety of protein foods from both animal and plant sources. Like fish, eggs, nuts and beans, ...
By: Staff | March 06, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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How to Boost Flavor and Cut Calories When You Cook
Healthy cooking doesn't mean that you have to become a gourmet chef or invest in expensive cookware. You can use basic cooking tec...
By: Staff | April 21, 2020 | Mayo Clinic Health Information Library
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Are You Drinking the Right Water?
Once upon a time, quenching your thirst was as simple as placing a glass under a faucet. And while that’s still a valid (and healt...
By: KATE ROCKWOOD | June 07, 2018
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8 Anti-Inflammatory Foods That Soothe Anxiety
Fight anxiety by eating anti-inflammatory foods that supply key brain nutrients. One-third of Americans will experience prolonged...
By: Carolyn Williams, Ph.D., R.D. | June 11, 2020 | EatingWell
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Meet the Weight Loss-Friendly Nutrient That Could Help You Sleep
Fiber has been getting some good press in recent years. What used to only be a tool for constipation relief found in prunes or a s...
By: Lauren Wicks and Lisa Valente, M.S., R.D. | March 18, 2020 | EatingWell
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Incredible Avocado Nutrition Facts
It's no secret that we've all become pretty obsessed with avocados. Exhibit A: Tufts University scientists practically broke the i...
By: Karla Walsh | June 20, 2019 | Shape
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Are You Using the Right Olive Oil? How to Pick the Best One
My kids enjoyed a good laugh at my expense while at the grocery store the other day. Apparently, I was taking way too long in the ...
By: Casey Seidenberg | July 13, 2018 | The Washington Post
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5 Signs You're Eating Out of Boredom
These habits could be silently sabotaging your health goals. Sometimes it's absolutely necessary to curl up on the couch with a b...
By: Lauren Wicks | April 03, 2019 | EatingWell
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6 Ways to Stay Fit While Staying Home
“Trying to preserve some sense of normalcy is really important for people’s well-being,” said Dr. Russell G. Buhr, a pulmonologist...
By: Anna Goldfarb | March 29, 2020 | The New York Times
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Stuck Inside? Keep Walking
Taking an extra 4,000 steps a day might reduce our risk of dying prematurely, even if those steps are not swift, according to larg...
By: Gretchen Reynolds | April 23, 2020 | The New York Times
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9 Ways to Get Past a Plateau
You've started a new plan to get to a healthier weight but at some point you find you've hit a plateau and just can't seem to lose...
By: Sharon Lehrman, M.P.H., R.D.N. | October 23, 2019 | Environmental Nutrition
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5 Delicious Salmon Recipes
With unique taste and even better health benefits these creative dishes are great for a variety of occasions. From burgers to sala...
By: Staff | October 03, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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5 Habits That Can Kick-Start Weight Loss
If you want to lose weight and improve your health, you may be focused on what you'll need to give up. But adding positive behavio...
By: Staff | July 01, 2020 | Mayo Clinic
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6 High-Fiber Foods That Cost Under $1 Per Serving
Shocking but true: Just 5 percent of Americans meet the recommended goals for fiber, 25 grams for women and 38 grams for men, acco...
By: Karla Walsh | April 09, 2020 | EatingWell
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A Breakfast Burrito To Go
Skip the drive-through. Make your own breakfast burrito. In a small skillet, saute 1/2 cup chopped tomato, 2 tablespoons chopped o...
By: Mayo Clinic Staff | September 03, 2019 | Mayo Clinic
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Why Drinking Water Is Key
Do you drink enough water each day? If not, your overall health may be taking a toll. And why is drinking water important? Drinkin...
By: Kristen N. Smith, Ph.D., R.D.N. | July 30, 2019 | Environmental Nutrition
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7 Fruits That May Help You Lose Weight
Contrary to popular belief, you don't need to ditch carbs in order to lose weight. This is especially true when it comes to fruit,...
By: Lauren Wicks, MS and Lisa Valente, RD | July 01, 2020 | EatingWell
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Morning Routines of Doctors and Dietitians
The time and energy we invest in our morning rituals is sacred, often setting the tone for our entire day. From eating a healthy b...
By: Krissy Brady | January 23, 2020 | EatingWell
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6 Steps to Clean Eating
Clean eating, when followed correctly, can be a great way to incorporate more fruits, veggies and other nutritious foods into your...
By Staff | January 25, 2018 | Real Appeal
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How to Get the Weight Loss Support You Need
Losing weight can be challenging—but it can be a little easier if you don’t expect to do it alone. The support and encourage...
By: EatingWell Editors | June 06, 2019 | EatingWell
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5 Little Changes to Help You Lose Weight at Home
First things first. It's totally fine if you are not worried about weight loss right now. For many of us, there are bigger priorit...
By: Jessica Ball, M.S., R.D. | May 30, 2020 | EatingWell
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Zucchini Spice Bread
This moist and delicious zucchini bread is full of sweet spices. It’s easy to make, easy to serve, and easy to freeze. Kids and ad...
By: Staff | May 14, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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How to Bust Carb Cravings When You're Stressed
Stress eating is a common practice during life's more intense moments. And it's not just stress—anxiety, depression and even...
By: Lauren Wicks | March 29, 2020 | EatingWell
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7 High-Fiber Foods for Weight Loss
Eating more fiber can help you lose weight, even if you don't make other changes to your diet. Fiber is super-filling. You digest ...
By: Lisa Valente, MS, RD | February 07, 2020 | EatingWell
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This Is How Fast You Should Lose Weight
Why do doctors recommend a slow rate of weight loss? What's wrong with fast weight loss? The concern with fast weight loss is tha...
By: Donald Hensrud, MD | July 15, 2020 | Mayo Clinic
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3 Eating Resolutions to Keep, and 3 to Ditch
Plenty of Americans make New Year’s resolutions, especially those that pertain to weight, diet and health. But how long do resolut...
By: Breana Killeen M.P.H. R.D. | December 20, 2018 | EatingWell
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7 High-Protein Snacks to Enjoy On-The-Go
High-quality protein packs a real punch when it comes to your health. Adding more protein to your diet could even decrease your ri...
By: Staff | December 02, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Having a Fitness Buddy is the Best Thing Ever
If you could only do two things to improve your health, we'd suggest exercising and spending quality time with friends. The former...
By: Mirel Ketchiff and Alexa Cortese | October 30, 2019 | Shape
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When You’re Exercising, but Not Losing Weight
You may start exercising for a lot of different reasons: You need to lose weight for your health. You plan to start running. You w...
By: Bone, Muscle, and Joint Team | June 25, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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Surprising Things That Burn as Many Calories as a 30-Minute Walk
Taking a walk is great for your health. It helps you stay active, is free and you can do it almost anywhere. However, not everyone...
By: Jessica Ball, MS, RD | December 31, 2019 | EatingWell
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5 Myths About Cravings That Might Be Holding You Back
Imagine you’ve been on a healthy-eating kick. Everything is going great. You’re skipping the drive-thru, you’re passing up that se...
By: Kate Rockwood | January 03, 2019
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Why Lack of Sleep Can Lead to Unhealthy Food Choices
Sleep deprivation may lead to food cravings, especially less healthy food, compared with normal sleep, research suggests. A study...
By: Staff | October 03, 2019 | Environmental Nutrition
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How Dropping Only a Few Pounds Can Help Your Heart
We’ve all heard that being overweight is bad for your heart. But did you know that dropping just a handful of pounds can improve h...
By: Kate Rein | April 18, 2019 | Cleveland Clinic
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Real Appeal in the News
Everybody’s talking about Real Appeal® this year, and for good reason! Recently, two members of the Real Appeal family shared the...
By: Staff | February 06, 2020 | Real Appeal
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You Just Found Out You Have Pre-diabetes - Now What?
First, take a deep breath and know that you’re not alone: Some 84 million American adults have prediabetes - roughly a third of th...
By Staff | April 06, 2018 | Real Appeal
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Get Back into the Back-to-School Routine
Summer is winding down, which means the back-to-school scramble is just around the corner for many parents. Here are three qui...
By Staff | August 17, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Five Fantastic DIY Water Flavors
Staying hydrated during the summer can be difficult. Here are five fun and easy flavored water drinks to up your H2O hydration gam...
By Staff | August 02, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Experience Gift Ideas
Looking for that perfect gift for someone who is focused on building healthy habits? Consider giving the gift of an experience tha...
By Staff | November 21, 2017 | Real Appeal
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One-Pot Chicken and Brown Rice Casserole
This recipe is a good way to get vegetables into a meal, and all with easy, one-pot cooking. It features brown rice – the grain of...
By: Wellness Team | June 25, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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3 Ways to Exercise at Work
Work can be a great place to get in extra steps that will apply towards your daily fitness goal. Remember, every little bit counts...
By Staff | August 30, 2017 | Real Appeal
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Grilled Chicken Pesto Pizza
It’s fun and healthy to make pizza on the grill. It’s also quick and easy — and sure to be a family favorite. You can experi...
By: Staff | May 19, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
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11 Ways to Make Healthy Eating a Whole Lot Easier
The Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid is a simple guide to making smart eating choices, with fruits and vegetables as the foundat...
By: Staff | July 20, 2020 | Mayo Clinic
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Simple Swaps to Reduce Salt and Fat
Whipping up healthy meals may be easier than you think. Use this guide to make simple ingredient substitutions to reduce salt and ...
By: Staff | November 06, 2019 | Mayo Clinic
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Recipe: A Smoothie That Will Change the Way You Start Your Day
This thick, milkshake-like recipe will put you on the right track for busy mornings: The idea is to fill separate containers with ...
By: Ellie Krieger | January 11, 2019 | The Washington Post
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The 10 Best Anti-Inflammatory Foods for Weight Loss
Gaining weight or being unable to shed excess pounds may signal that you've got underlying low-grade inflammation in your body. Wh...
By: Carolyn Williams, Ph.D., R.D. | February 19, 2020 | EatingWell
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Low-Fat Stuffed Peppers
These delicious stuffed peppers are made with ground turkey and include spinach, low-fat feta cheese and brown rice for great flav...
By: Staff | May 13, 2020 | Cleveland Clinic
