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Although exercise is one of the best ways to improve heart health, even athletes are not immune from heart disease. You have undoubtedly heard reports of marathon runners who die of heart attacks and football players who have strokes. Women, like men, need…

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Another research study touts the benefits of a diet that is high in whole grains. This particular study, which was published in the January issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, claims that whole grain diets can dramatically help with…

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Yesterday we introduced you to oats, the Food of the Week that is so much more than a breakfast cereal. As a high-fiber, low-fat food, oats are an ideal addition to diverse recipes, and can be incorporated into everything from burger…

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With winter cold spells comes the craving for warm, comforting foods - like a steaming bowl of oatmeal topped with brown sugar to start off your day. But oats are more than just winter breakfast fare, and actually have a long list…

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Yesterday, Her Active Life dared you to learn to love blackstrap molasses - a healthy, natural sweetener rich in iron and calcium...and accompanied by a strong flavor. You can incorporate molasses into baked goods without much fuss, but what about getting a…

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This is the first installment in a new series by writer Shannon Clark called “Affordable Nutrition.” Shannon not only shows you how to eat healthy on a budget, but she satisfies your palate as well with some flavor-filled nutritious recipes.

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Cranberry, Oatmeal and White Chocolate Cookies

I kick off every Saturday morning in one of the following ways:  10 miles of hills, intervals, tempo, speed (take your pick).  While I cherish my runs, the best part of the morning is meeting up with…

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