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On With Life: Words of Wellness: "Naturally" Nutritious
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Monday, April 30, 2012. Words of Wellness: "Naturally" Nutritious. 8220;Natural” granola and “organic” peanut butter. 8211; what makes these products more nutritious than their counterparts? To be honest, nothing! Many believe that because a product claims to be natural or organic that it is healthier than a product that is not. In reality, the term “natural” for example is pretty meaningless and mostly just a marketing scheme for large companies. USDA Organic Labeling Definitions:. 100% organic –. Words...
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On With Life: Words of Wellness: Holy Mackeral, Omega-3s aren’t just good for your heart anymore!
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012. Words of Wellness: Holy Mackeral, Omega-3s aren’t just good for your heart anymore! Blood levels of omega-3s. Found mostly in fatty fish such as salmon, mackeral, and herring these fatty acids are essential in our diet because our body cannot produce them. It is recommended that you consume fish 2-3 times per week. Not a fish lover? Another option is flaxseed, high in omega-3, fiber and antioxidants, ground flaxseed can be sprinkled onto virtually anything! Similar research sta...
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On With Life: March Cognitive Corner - Dave Anders
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012. March Cognitive Corner - Dave Anders. Developing Relationships after Brain Injury – Part 1. During the February support group meeting, discussion centered on survivors’ struggles retaining, building, and maintaining friendships since injury. A wide variety of emotions were voiced including frustration, sadness, and anger. Are you a survivor who shares some of these emotions? Do you find yourself wondering where your “old friends” are now? The first step has consistently been &#...
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On With Life: Words of Wellness: Having Fun WIth Vegetables!
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012. Words of Wellness: Having Fun WIth Vegetables! Veggie repertoire. This root veggie takes on the shape of a carrot ,. But has a similar taste to sweet potatoes. In fact, their sweet flavor is heightened following a frost. Before sugar came along ,. It was not uncommon for. To be a substitute to sweeten jams and cakes. Are jam packed with potassium and fiber—both important for heart health. Enjoy one or both of these recipes using this yummy vegetable! Prep time: 10 minutes.
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On With Life: December 2011
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Thursday, December 15, 2011. Cognitive Corner: Making Memory Your New Year's Resolution. Cognitive Corner, January, 2012. Making Memory Your New Year’s Resolution. As I looked back on the Cognitive Corners that appeared in 2011, I noticed that there were four articles that mentioned memory. Here are a few of the memory-related “frequently asked questions” that come up in my conversations with survivors and caregivers. Why is it so hard for me to remember things? If you are a survivor, make it a habit to ...
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A Look at NuVal, Nutrition Made Easy | Wellness Journal
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A Look at NuVal, Nutrition Made Easy. April 23, 2010. Posted by bethhonz in Uncategorized. Who Thinks of This Stuff:. Where Can I Find This:. Why I Like This:. Believe it or not, I’m kind of a numbers person, and this system is numbers HEAVEN! How much simpler do you need it to be? Why I DON’T Like This:. Also, the website mentions that toxin potential (i.e. Salmonella and E.coli) is not weighed into the score, nor is there any evidence as of yet to provide organic foods with an automatically...You are c...
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February | 2010 | Wellness Journal
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February 25, 2010. Posted by bethhonz in Uncategorized. 1 comment so far. I don’t know if it was recently on the news, or posted on all the bottles of wine and boxes of chocolate you all received for Valentine’s Day, but I’ve gotten an amazing number of questions regarding the health benefits of chocolate and alcohol. The short answer is Yes, there are health benefits of both chocolate and alcohol , but the longer answer has several strings attached. A) The Good News. Consumption of alcohol has also been...
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On With Life: Words of Wellness: "Healthy" Foods you should be limiting....
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012. Words of Wellness: "Healthy" Foods you should be limiting. Not all healthy foods are created equal. The key is to watch ingredients and portions sizes. Not all of these foods should be avoided; you just have to read labels to find the best options! Sure they can be a great meal replacement or breakfast on the go, but most of the time these calorie packed bars are used as a snack. They do contain protein and fiber ,. PowerBar Energize Berry Blast Smoothie. Yes, I said salads!
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On With Life: Words of Wellness: Blue Zones
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012. Words of Wellness: Blue Zones. Last night I attended a meeting at the Wellmark headquarters downtown about the Healthy State Initiative. It is a plan to make Iowa one of the healthiest states in America by 2016. I tried to go into it with an open mind, but always in the back of my head was…the healthiest state? Starting from the top of the pyramid). Moderate drinkers outlive non-drinkers. The key is having 1-2 drinks per day (centenarians prefer wine)…and no you can&#...Invest ...
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