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Lead Stories: October 11, 2008

Scared to Cook Meat? We Are Too!

Posted July 2, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Caroline Shannon

Section: Her Nutrition

If news of salmonella-infested tomatoes and raw milk concerns don’t have you biting your nails over food safety, then, girl, we don’t know what will!…

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A Vivacious Voice for Veganism: Not a Synonym for Healthy

Posted June 3, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Katie Drummond

Section: Her Nutrition, Diet Myths, Healthy Eating, Vegetarianism

People often tell me that they converted to a vegan lifestyle for health reasons, whether because their doctor ordered it (often for older individuals with cholesterol or blood pressure problems) or because they did some research and decided that veganism was a more…

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Wii Fit Exposes Obesity

Posted May 22, 2008 at 02:00 PM by Megan Hueter

Section: Her News

Today, I wrote a blog about the new Wii Fit and its possible impacts upon society. One of these impacts is the exposure of obesity in children. I think it’s a good thing. It will help kids get off their couches, maybe…

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Puckering Up Safely

Posted May 13, 2008 at 03:00 PM by Caroline Shannon

Section: Her Health, Her News

If the days of using Bonnie Bell-esque lip glosses are far from the days of yore, then you may want to tune into this: Some dermatologists say slapping on a shiny lip gloss may increase your risk of developing skin cancer.

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Thanks to Mom and Fitness, I Became Who I Am Today

Posted May 11, 2008 at 03:00 PM by Caroline Shannon

Section: Her Health, Her Motivation

When I was 13, I went on my first long distance run. My mother was on her way out the door, and when she said, “Wanna come?” I shrugged my shoulders and said, “Sure!”

It was awful – just…

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The Right Cycle: Recumbent or Upright?

Posted May 7, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Caroline Shannon

Section: Her Fitness, Her Health

It would be nice if a gal could just pop into a gym, get her groove thang on, leave and move on with her day. But, seeing as how most gyms are typically chock-full of equipment, a quick workout can sometimes be tough…

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Got Too Much Milk?

Posted May 4, 2008 at 06:00 PM by Caroline Shannon

Section: Her Health, Her Nutrition, Diet Myths, Healthy Eating, Supplements

Milk.

It does a body good . . . right?

Well, according to a recently released study, new research suggests there has been a bit too much boasting of calcium and its ability to increase bone health and prevent…

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Quote of the day 5/3/08

Posted May 3, 2008 at 08:00 AM by Alexandra M. Haller

Section: Her Motivation, Quotes of the Day

Without health, there is no point.  To anything.  ~Everett Mámor

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Quote of the day 4/29/08

Posted April 29, 2008 at 08:00 AM by Alexandra Haller

Section: Her Motivation, Quotes of the Day

Health and cheerfulness naturally beget each other.  ~Joseph Addison

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Quote of the day 4/26/08

Posted April 26, 2008 at 08:00 AM by Alexandra Haller

Section: Her Motivation, Quotes of the Day

If by gaining knowledge we destroy our health, we labour for a thing that will be useless in our hands.  ~John Locke

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Friday’s Poll: Yes or No to Working Out on Vacation?

Posted April 25, 2008 at 03:00 PM by Alexandra Haller

Section: Her Fitness, Her Health, Body Image, Her Motivation, Her Nutrition

I ask today’s question because I love going on vacation. I am not shy about bellying-up to the bar or dousing my crab legs in butter. I care enough about working out and eating healthy the other 90% of the year, so…

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Ask Shannon:  Nutrition & Fitness Q & A

Posted April 23, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Shannon Clark

Section: Her Fitness, Training Programs

With years of training under her belt, resident fitness and nutrition expert Shannon Clark is ready to help you on your way to a healthy, informed lifestyle. Got a question? Email HAL your inquiries, and be sure to check back every week for…

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Tip for Today: Ride Your Bike To…Anywhere!

Posted April 22, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Alexandra Haller

Section: Her Fitness, Her Motivation, tip for today

This is a tip that is healthy for you and healthy for our planet. Chances are you live within biking distance of your grocery store, video rental store or coffee shop. Yet, when’s the last time you got there without taking your car?…

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Quote of the day 4/22/08

Posted April 22, 2008 at 08:00 AM by Alexandra Haller

Section: Her Motivation, Quotes of the Day

Just because you’re not sick doesn’t mean you’re healthy.  ~author unknown

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Quote of the day 4/19/08

Posted April 19, 2008 at 08:00 AM by Alexandra Haller

Section: Her Motivation, Quotes of the Day

Hear your heart.  Heart your health.  ~Faith Seehill

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