Top 7 Risk Factors for Heart Disease

Posted on 20. Aug, 2010 by Core Health Expert.

We hear the same statistic year after year, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US. So why isn’t this statistic changing? The most common type of heart disease is coronary artery disease (CAD), which can lead to heart attack. According to the CDC, in 2009, an estimated 785,000 Americans suffered a new [...]

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"Ch-ch-ch-chia"

Posted on 18. Jun, 2010 by Core Health Expert.

Upon first hearing about “chia,” I have to admit I automatically thought of the jingle “ch-ch-ch-chia,” that’s used to market the popular Chia Pet, but that’s not why I’m bringing chia to your attention! Due to the fact that chia is marketed less as a food, chia seeds are not widely known for their amazing health benefits, [...]

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Top 7 Low-Calorie Mocktails

Posted on 02. Jun, 2010 by Core Health Expert.

Ok, so you enjoy an ice cold beverage outside during the summer months but do you really know how many calories are in your favorite cocktails? A Pina Colada, for example, has more calories than a Big Mac! Here are a some refreshing alternatives to those high-calorie, alcoholic beverages that you can enjoy all summer [...]

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Top 7 Brown-Bag Lunch Ideas

Posted on 08. May, 2010 by Core Health Expert.

Brown Bag lunches aren’t just for kids. Adults need healthy, convenient and affordable lunch ideas too! These simple brown bag lunches are healthier alternatives to your standard ham and cheese on white. So go on, put some zest back into your lunch hour and try something different today! 1. Tomato and Cucumber Salad: Thinly slice [...]

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Top 7 Novel Ways to Prevent Piling on the Pounds

Posted on 19. Apr, 2010 by Core Health Expert.

1. Don’t eliminate food groups: The American College of Preventative Medicine recommends that a person get 55% of their calories from carbohydrates, 2o% from protein and 25% from fat. Restricting oneself to only one or two of these food groups increases your chances of developing a nutritional deficiency. Bare in mind however that these guidelines [...]

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Top 7 Stress-Busting Foods

Posted on 12. Jan, 2010 by Core Health Expert.

The start of a New Year can be a stressful time, what with credit cards that need to be paid down and not to mention the pressure to stay on track with New Years resolutions. As much as we may joke about our stress level, we should be concerned about the possible impact stress can [...]

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Top 7 Ways to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

Posted on 08. Dec, 2009 by Core Health Expert.

The holidays are a joyful time when indulgence in everything from eggnog to pecan pie is a necessary evil. For many people, gaining a few pounds by the New Year is about as likely as a low bank balance following a holiday shopping spree! Studies show that most American’s don’t lose the weight they gain [...]

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