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July 24th, 2010

Liquid Calories

First off, take a few moments to write down all the beverages that you consume on a regular basis and then circle the ones that contain calories.  Here are the calories found in some comm0n beverages: 1. 1 cup (8oz) of juice = 110-130 calories 2. 1.5 cups (12oz) of soda = 150 calories 3.

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July 12th, 2010

Snack it up!

If you are someone that finds that your days can spiral out of control with things to do and that you are left starving because you just didn’t have enough time to sit down and eat, then something that you can use to help you get through those days are healthy snacks.  My suggestion is

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May 26th, 2010

Battling Ropes: My new favorite workout

If you a re looking for a fun way to get in shape without the need of a gym or just want to add variety to your current workout program, you definitely need to check out the Battling Ropes Workout.  These ropes can be used anywhere as long as you have something or someone to anchor

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May 13th, 2010

Beans- An Undervalued Superfood

Some foods get all the attention and don’t deserve it.  Beans are one of those foods that has gone largely unnoticed. Once you discover all the health benefits, you’ll realize its time to put the spotlight on beans! First of all, all beans are good beans. They’re rich in protein, fiber (a whopping 7  grams per

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April 30th, 2010

Salt, how much are you consuming?

Carolyn, another dietitian, and I had recently discussed the new research regarding salt and it made me wonder how much salt I generally consume.  The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend the average adult should consume no more than about 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day, or about one teaspoon of salt.  As I started to look up the sodium

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April 19th, 2010

What would you like to read about?!

Hi Everyone, As we continue to write our blogs I think it would be great to get some topic ideas from our readers.  Let us know what nutrition or exercise topics you would like to read about and we’ll write a blog on it.  Also, don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter at the bottom right hand corner of this site.  We

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April 16th, 2010

Jewish Federation Health Fair

Date: Wednesday May 5th, 2010 Location: Jewish United Fund (downtown location) 30 S. Wells Chicago, IL Time: 11am-2pm

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April 16th, 2010

You’re Invited to Join the Greek Yogurt Party!

First off, read these HOME RUN nutrition facts: 90 calories (6 oz) 0 grams of fat 7 grams of carbs 15 grams of protein * PLUS it contains  calcium and probiotics Have you tried it?  If not YOU SHOULD!  This delicious traditional greek food not only serves as an excellent snack but can be incorporated into a number of your

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March 24th, 2010

Don’t Trust Everything You’re Told

I felt the need to write this blog because I think there are too many people who receive information blindly.  Just a few questions to think about:  Would you go to a dentist to get information about your ankle that has been bothering you?  or How about going to a doctor who specializes in knees for

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March 15th, 2010

I’m Just Too Busy….

Life today is over scheduled, over planned and over stressed with little time given for us to focus on our health, including what we eat. With days that are booked up to the minute there is little time available to get in a good meal, especially in the middle of the day when we get

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