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Twelve Healthy Tips of Christmas and the New Year


The Twelve Healthy Tips of

Christmas and the New Year


 

C hoose foods wisely…eat high fiber foods such as whole grains, whole fruits and vegetables

 

H ave a plan to eat right and exercise regularly throughout the new year

 

R emember to eat more plant proteins such as legumes and nuts

 

I t’s all about nutrition…eat a wide variety of nutrient-dense foods and include a variety of colorful foods such as red, green, yellow/orange, white, tan/brown, blue/purple

 

S tay active throughout the holiday season

 

T ake the time to give thanks for what you have

 

M anage your stress…during the hustle and bustle find time to relax and meditate

 

A void overeating…watch portion sizes

 

S avor the food you eat…chew slowly and take breaks


D rive safely…do not drink and drive



A void trans fat and minimize intake of saturated fat, sugar, and salt



Y uletide…Christmastime is a joyous occasion meant to be celebrated with loved ones. Happy Holidays and have a healthy New Year 2010!




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Should I Take Extra Vitamins and Minerals?


Should I take extra vitamins and minerals?

I believe that athletes should take a multivitamin and minerals. First and foremost it has to come from proper training, proper rest, whole foods, and putting it all together in the right sequence…


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What do Muscles use for Energy During Exercise?


What do muscles use

for energy during exercise?

Your muscles use glycogen for energy during exercise, and the glycogen is stored in your liver and in your muscles. You only have so much that you can store. How much you can store depends on how fit you are…


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Should I go on a Detox or a Cleanse Program?


Should I go on a detox

or a cleanse program?

Detoxification and cleanse programs can be really advantageous. If people go on a program like that and can combine it with a fast, they have to be cautious. Fasting for too long a period of time can actually slow down your metabolism, and that’s not good…


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What Should I Eat Before I Compete in an Athletic Event?


What should I eat before I

compete in an athletic event?

Eating before an athletic event will depend on what type of athletic event you’re doing. For example, if you’re to go out and run a marathon or go for a long bike ride, you will need more fuel stored in your body…


General Nutrition: What should I eat before I compete in an athletic event?

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