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Like all vitamins, vitamin A is a non-caloric molecule without which our bodies could not function properly.  Like it’s fellow fat soluble vitamins D, E and K, vitamin A is absorbed with fats and oils in the intestine, and is stored…

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Whether you are a vegetarian, a vegan, an enthusiastic omnivore or a reluctant carnivore who is grudgingly trying to fit some greens into your diet, these two cookbooks are must haves for every kitchen in America:  Vegan Planet by Robin Robertson…

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Any vegetarian can surely recount story after story of being accosted with that one little question: “but where do you get your protein?” Maybe it’s a throwback to the ‘50’s era meat-and-potatoes dining regimen, or a consequence of the whey powder supplements that are…

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From the grapefruit diet to the Atkins craze, fad eating plans have long been an American obsession, each claiming to alleviate health problems and promote weight loss in a country where obesity has become increasingly common. While you may think you’ve heard of…

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It was a great week at Her Active Life!  In case you missed them, check out some of last week’s popular headlines:

1) 7 Ways to prevent binge snacking 2)

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If you’ve ever tried converting a favorite recipe to suit a particular dietary need – from gluten-free to diabetic– you know the challenge of modifying ingredients to make it taste like the “real thing” you and your family have come to know and…

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For the average American, dinner probably means sitting down to a plate of meat, rounded out with sides like white bread and potatoes, and polished off with an after-dinner bowl of ice cream in front of the television. If this sounds familiar,

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For many athletes, getting up at the crack of dawn for a daily jog can seem like a daunting task under even the most mundane of circumstances. Now imagine contemplating a six-mile run, three days after a double mastectomy. Seem impossible?

Not…

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Muffins have long been a tasty and convenient option for breakfast on-the-go, a quick snack or the perfect pairing with a hot cup of coffee. Unfortunately, most grocery store muffins are made with white flour and packed with oil, preservatives and heart-clogging saturated fat.…

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This article is written by Mr. Seth Braun, a network guest contributor, natural health expert and best-selling author. Seth can be contacted for a complimentary consultation through his site or at his clinic, (303)-444-2357.

To begin, I want…

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