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Health Benefits of Blueberries

I do not eat a lot of blueberries. I think they are just okay and no one in my family is a huge fan. However, after researching the health benefits of blueberries, I am inclined to make it a staple in our diet. I know that all fresh fruit and veggies are packed with healthy benefits but blueberries also have an anti-aging factor that grabs my attention. Health Benefits of Blueberries Blueberries are number one in the amount of anti-oxidants it contains. More than any other fruit! Packed with vitamin C and vitamin E, B – complex and vitamin A, … Continue reading →

Health Benefits of Cantalope

When the warm weather hits and cantaloupes make their first appearance at the Farmer’s Market my kids are in heaven. We buy plenty of it and even the kids in the neighborhood come over for this treat. They get just as excited about cantaloupe as popsicles. That is fine by me because I would rather serve a healthy treat than give frozen sugar. Cantaloupes are so good you can forget they are good for you. My 7 year old asked me the other day if they were good for you and how. She is a very inquisitive child and knows … Continue reading →

Are Vitamins and Supplements Necessary?

Part of a fitness routine may be including vitamins and supplements, however you might be wondering if they are necessary. A good multivitamin is always beneficial. It can help make up for the vitamins and minerals that your body is missing out on and help contribute to your overall wellbeing. In case you didn’t know, there are 13 essential vitamins that can significantly help. They include vitamins A, B, C, D, E, K, B12 and 7-B complex vitamins. If you eat a proper, healthy diet you can get most of these essential vitamins from it. However if you are lacking … Continue reading →

Butternut Squash Soup Recipe

If prepared properly, butternut squash soup, will be one of the best assets to your Thanksgiving table. Not only is it a fantastic soup but it is very healthy for you. In the recipe below feel free to substitute fat free cream cheese for regular cream cheese to cut put some fat. I also recommend subbing butter for margarine. Butter is better for you and some fat will help absorb some vitamins. Here are some health benefits: It is rich in B-complex group of vitamins like folates, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B-6, thiamin, and pantothenic acid. It contains no saturated fats … Continue reading →

24 Reasons to Eat Asparagus

Since asparagus is harvested by hand it, asparagus is fairly expensive compared to most vegetables. However, do not let the price scare you off. Asparagus is delicious and the health benefits are worth every penny. Asparagus is easy to prepare. I simply sauté it in a pan with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. My family loves it so we have it quite often. It is an expense but since it is so healthy and a vegetable my family can agree on it makes it worth the added expense. Keep an eye out for deals and pick the skinny ones … Continue reading →

Eat Your Brussels Sprouts

You do not have to tell me twice to eat my Brussels sprouts. Brussels sprouts are one of my favorite vegetables. While my husband and son are not so fond of them, my girls and I love them. They are like mini cabbages that hold in flavor beautifully. I simply sauté them in butter or olive oil with garlic, salt and pepper. Sometimes I add a little lemon but mostly I just make them simple. I serve them with any main dish. However, I have been known to eat them like a snack. We prefer fresh over frozen. The frozen … Continue reading →

Why Does My Body Need Phosphorus?

Phosphorus is a mineral that has many useful roles for the body. It is used in energy metabolism, to help the body use some B-complex vitamins, for muscle and nerve function, and for kidney function. But one of the most important roles of phosphorus is to help the body maintain its calcium balance. This mineral is essential to the formation of bones and teeth, and bone and tooth health throughout all stages of life. Cool phosphorus fact: approximately one percent of an adult’s total body weight is phosphorus. However, most of that phosphorus (about 85%) lives in your bones and … Continue reading →

Why Does My Body Need Biotin?

Call it vitamin B7 or vitamin H: biotin is a B-complex vitamin that is important for a bunch of different metabolic functions in the body. What does biotin do in the body? Get comfy: it’s gonna be quite a list. Biotin is used in cell growth, synthesizing fatty acids (those are the good ones!), and metabolizing a particular amino acid (leucine). Biotin is also important in the process of converting food into energy, known as the Krebs cycle. One more thing: biotin helps in the transfer of carbon dioxide. That’s one hard working vitamin! What’s even more awesome about biotin … Continue reading →

Is Pasta Really Healthy?

This Sunday more than 35,000 runners will take to the streets of the Big Apple for the 2007 New York City Marathon. Prior to making their way along the 26.2-mile route runners have the opportunity to participate in the traditional night-before pasta dinner. Carb loading before a big race is part of the training process. At least it was for me. I pigged out on pasta before I ran the Chicago Marathon. I gorged on ziti at the Olive Garden before I ran the Madison Marathon and I had two plates of spaghetti plus four pieces of garlic bread the … Continue reading →

The Let’s Talk Pregnancy Blog Top Ten: Prenatal Eating Tips

This quick list will help you to make sure you get optimum nutrition during your pregnancy with ease. As long as you remember these ten simple things, you should have no trouble maintaining a healthy pregnancy, barring any unforeseen complications such as preeclampsia, etc. Along with your prenatal supplements, there are certain things that your baby will need to get from you while in utero. You could even print out this list and tape it to your refrigerator for a quick reference before snacking. Without further ado, here are the top ten tips to prenatal eating: TEN: If you don’t … Continue reading →