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Fueling Our Immune Health

Posted by: Laura Cason, B.S., R.D., L.D.N. - January 9, 2023

Our bodies are constantly working to keep ourselves healthy.  Your food choices can help support immunity in your body.  Let’s start with some knowledge around nutrition. Different macronutrients and micronutrients fuel the immune cells.        Nutrients that have been identified as important for immune health include Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Zinc, Selium, and […]

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Four Successful Ways to Start a Workout Lifestyle

Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - January 2, 2023

Starting to work out is a lot like helping someone move… it sounds good at the time. You organize it and get the needed gear, but the day of, it can be a complete disaster. The following tips should be seen as ways to properly get your newly sought fitness routine into action!     […]

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Healthy Grocery Shopping on a Budget

Posted by: Kim Kramer R.D., L.D.N., CDCES - December 27, 2022

The grocery store can be a confusing and often overwhelming place with many different products. Each product is marketed as if it is the healthiest food on the shelf.  Many people get so caught up reading nutrition labels that they can forget how expensive some of these items can be.  Here are some tips how […]

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Does Exercise Really Boost Your Energy Levels? If so, Why?

Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - December 19, 2022

Have you felt chronically tired before that you went to the doctor to find answers? Did your doctor suggest to exercise more? You might have wondered how exercise will raise your energy levels and not actually make you feel more tired.   It might sound strange, but it’s true that moving more can help give […]

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Holiday Eating the Healthy Way

Posted by: Kim Kramer R.D., L.D.N., CDCES - December 12, 2022

The average weight gain between Halloween and the New Year is around 5lbs, but this does not have to be the case for YOU this year. Here are some tips from a dietitian to get you through the holidays without the unwanted weight gain:             1. Log your Foods.   […]

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8 Common Traits Among Fit and Healthy Individuals (Pt. 2)

Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - December 5, 2022

This blog is a continuation of what traits are shared in individuals that are fit and healthy. People who can maintain health and fitness for their entire lives often have commonalities. In part one, I described the first four traits:   ● Workouts are scheduled at the same time, same day each week. ● Fitness […]

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8 Common Traits Among Fit & Healthy Individuals

Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - October 28, 2022

Individuals who are healthy for the better portion of their life share common traits. If you are struggling to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but committed to making this a lifelong pursuit, try applying the tips I have below!      Consistent Workout Schedule The first common trait in fit and healthy people is that their […]

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Social Media Hottest Fitness Trends

Posted by: Carlo Varquez, M.S. - October 18, 2022

It is 2022 and the age of social media. There are new trends popping out every day. This is especially true in the fitness industry.  A recent article has stated that most Gen Z’s actually use social media, especially Instagram and Tik Tok, like Google. It is amazing to see how things have changed in […]

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The Pumpkin Craze

Posted by: Kim Kramer R.D., L.D.N., CDCES - October 6, 2022

When we think about October we think of PUMPKINS. The pumpkin craze is on, but it does not just have to be October as pumpkin is sold all year around. Pumpkin is sometime known as a superfood as it is so low in calories and packed with so much nutrition including Vitamin A and fiber. […]

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