July 31, 2018
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How To Get Fit at Mid-Life

What if you could be fitter now than you were in your twenties? And what if you could achieve it while feeling more comfortable and confident in your body than ever before? On the eve of their 48th birthdays, authors Samantha Brennan and Tracy Isaacs set out to achieve a daunting feat: to become the fittest they’d ever been in their lives by the age of 50. To chart their progress, they created their blog Fit is a Feminist Issue, dedicated entirely to the unique challenges, questions, and issues they would face as women seeking fitness after the age 40. […]
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July 31, 2018
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Visionary! 4 Foods To Support Eye Health

Give your peepers some attention! In addition to wearing protective sunglasses while outside, getting annual eye checkups and supplementing wisely, fill your plate with vision-supporting foods. KALE, SPINACH AND TURNIP GREENS We love these verdant veggies for their eye-fortifying nutrients: lutein and zeaxanthin—antioxidants that reduce risk of cataracts and age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision impairment. Lutein and zeaxanthin are particularly special because they filter out blue-wavelength light emitted from smartphones and computers. For effortless nutrition, add chopped kale, spinach or turnip greens into stews or pasta sauce. SALMON, TUNA AND MACKEREL Yes, seafood does help you see, […]
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July 31, 2018
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Cool Off With Chilled Watermelon Gazpacho

People sit up and take notice when you carry this cold soup to the table. Watermelon gives it a gorgeous, unexpected color and a sweetness that works well with onion, pepper, and lime juice. For a small-plate party, serve in short, clear glasses with demitasse spoons. CHILLED WATERMELON GAZPACHO Ingredients: 1 small seedless watermelon (cubed) 1 cup cucumber (peeled, seeded, and finely diced) 1 red bell pepper (finely diced) 1 yellow bell pepper (finely diced) 1/2 jalapeno pepper seeded and minced 3 stalks celery (finely diced) 1/2 small red onion (finely diced) 1/4 cup fresh mint (finely chopped) 1/4 cup […]
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July 24, 2018
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Pineapple & Spinach Make a Super Smoothie

Spinach is a super food that’s chock full of nutrients such as potassium, iron and calcium. The pineapple, banana and maple syrup gives this super smoothie a tropical twist. Pineapple-Spinach Smoothie Ingredients: 1 cup coconut milk (from the refrigerated section, such as Silk brand, not canned) 1 cup lightly packed baby spinach ½ cup plain, whole-milk Greek yogurt ½ cup frozen pineapple ½ medium, frozen, sliced banana (about ½ cup) 2 Tbs. hemp seeds 1 Tbs. maple syrup (optional) Directions: Place coconut milk and spinach in a blender. Process on high until greens are finely blended. Add yogurt, frozen pineapple, […]
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July 17, 2018
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This Pasta Is Full of (Black) Beans

Made from black beans, black bean pasta is a nutritional powerhouse. One serving typically contains 15 to 22 grams protein and 6 to 8 grams fiber, not to mention a healthful dose of calcium, vitamins and minerals–and it’s gluten-free. Pairing the pasta with tomatillos gives it a zesty, almost lemony taste and adding avocados makes it creamy good. It’s the perfect match. Black Bean Pasta with Tomatillo Sauce Ingredients: 1 Tbs. olive oil 1 cup chopped white onion 2 cups vegetable broth 3 cups tomatillos, husks removed, washed and chopped (about 12) 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 jalapeño […]
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July 17, 2018
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Surprise Them With Sweet Potato-Blueberry Pancakes

With activities, meetings, appointments and tired kids, evening meals don’t always happen the way you want them to. Take advantage of fresh faces and morning attitudes and enjoy breakfast together instead. (Of course, if you really want to surprise the kids when 5:30 p.m. rolls around, serve pancakes for dinner!) Involve kids in mashing the sweet potato and mixing the batter. The pancakes are vegetarian and Gluten Free! Sweet Potato-Blueberry Pancakes Ingredients: 1 medium sweet potato 2 eggs 1 cup milk (dairy or nondairy) 2 Tbs. butter or coconut oil, melted and cooled 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 cup […]
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July 10, 2018
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Your Online Resources for Depression Help

If you or someone you know is suffering from depression, use these resources to find help. Anxiety and Depression Association of America Includes a searchable database of support groups across the country and offers a list of questions you should ask potential counselors, including practical ones (“Do you accept my insurance?”) and more clinical ones (“What is your treatment approach?”). Geriatric Mental Health Foundation Up to 13.5 percent of elderly people suffer from mild to severe depression. Mental Health America Mental health screening tests, educational resources and a search tool for finding an affiliate in your area who can help you […]
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