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How the economy is making you fat

By Michele Thompson, MS on Apr 9, 2009
If the ailing economy has you consoling yourself with extra helpings of jumbo muffins, creamy pasta and other high-carb,...
Why you need zinc

By Sarah Kelsey on Apr 6, 2009
Are you getting enough zinc? This important mineral is not only essential for many bodily functions, it may also prevent dozens of...
5 Reasons you should be running

By Sarah Kelsey on Apr 6, 2009
Runners will tell you they run because they’re addicted or simply because they love it. Not the best arguments for people who...
The best workout foods

By Sarah Kelsey on Apr 1, 2009
When you’re nibbly, it’s hard to focus on the idea of working out. But studies show if you eat a little something before you hit...
10 Sneaky things that are making you fat

By Sarah Kelsey on Mar 31, 2009
You know when to swap pizza for salad or how many calories you burn on an hour-long run. But those last five pounds or inches from...
How to eat and exercise to lose weight

By Sarah Scrafford on Mar 30, 2009
There are some people who are fitness addicts, and others who are fitness fanatics . While the former are not happy until they get...
Dangerous fitness: Beware of bad personal trainers

By Sarah Kelsey on Mar 23, 2009
Hiring a personal trainer can be great for your health. A fitness professional can help you lose weight, tone your muscles and...
The spin on spinning

By Sarah Kelsey on Mar 20, 2009
If you're looking for an intense workout that will not only boost your endurance but will also shred hundreds of calories, look no...
Get pumped with BodyPump

By Sarah Kelsey on Mar 20, 2009
This intense workout known as BodyPump is quickly taking over gyms and fitness clubs across the US and it's one of the best,...
What to eat after exercise

By Michele Thompson, MS on Mar 19, 2009
Can the foods you eat after exercise make you a better athlete or help you get the most out of your workouts? An often overlooked...
Top 10 healthiest vegetables

By Sarah Kelsey on Mar 18, 2009
Veggies are an important part of everyone’s diet. They contain dozens of important nutrients and have loads of dietary fiber. And...
Types of yoga

By Sarah Kelsey on Mar 17, 2009
Imagine a workout that will strengthen and tone your muscles, invigorate your mind, increase your flexibility and reduce stress, all...
10 Spring fitness tips

By Lisa M. Maloney on Mar 16, 2009
The ankle-deep slush and puddles of melt-water that tend to come along when winter ends can really put a damper on your outdoor...
Vitamin E: Benefits, sources & more

By Sarah Kelsey on Mar 16, 2009
Recent studies show vitamin E has the power to treat everything from cardiovascular disease to eye infections. And, for cosmetic...
Going green: What shade green are you?

By Molly Cerreta Smith on Mar 13, 2009
What's Hot, What's Not in Going Green
The benefits of walking

By Molly Cerreta Smith on Mar 12, 2009
We have so many ways to get exercise these days, but one of the simplest is also one of the best! Walking has so many advantages for...
Boost your metabolism in 2 minutes!

By Michele Thompson, MS on Mar 12, 2009
Metabolism sluggish? Extra pounds unforgiving? Kick your metabolism into gear with this 2-Minute Drill, featured in the new diet and...
Fun alternatives to happy hour with your friends

By Molly Cerreta Smith on Mar 12, 2009
Ah, there's nothing like happy hour to unwind after a long workweek or even just a really tough day. But a few handfuls of chips and...
Can your diet lead to inner peace?

By Michele Thompson, MS on Mar 11, 2009
If the battle of the bulge – or simply trying to eat healthy – has you at your wit’s end, would you try a diet that guarantees...
The healthiest cooking oils: Good for you fats

By Yvelette Stines on Mar 4, 2009
Dietary oil – used in cooking and preparing meals – has both positive and negative connotations. Though saturated fat and trans...