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posted 02/06/2009, comments (0)

February 6: Select Darker Lettuce for Salads

Are you a die hard fan of iceberg lettuce? Iceberg lettuce is a source of vitamins A, C, K, and B6; along with some fiber, potassium, and folate. This probably sounds great, but compared to romaine lettuce, iceberg falls short nutritionally. Romaine lettuce has 7 times more vitamin A than iceberg lettuce and about twice the... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/05/2009, comments (0)

February 6 is Go Red for Women: National Wear Red Day!

Show your support for against heart disease by wearing red. It's an easy way to raise awareness about a disease the plagues millions. Visit the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women page to learn how you can be a bigger part of this cause. Make every day of this awareness month count by following our 28 Days of Heart... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/05/2009, comment (1)

February 5: Start a Food Journal

Losing as little as 10% body weight can drastically improve your cholesterol and blood pressure levels, while reducing your heart disease risk. However, weight loss is not a simple thing to accomplish. If you're struggling, start keeping track of what you eat, when you eat, and how you feel before and after eating. You may be... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/03/2009, comments (0)

February 3: Wear a Pedometer

Wearing a pedometer is a simple way to track your activity. First, wear a pedometer everyday for a week and write your daily steps on a calendar. By the weeks end, you'll have an idea of how much you move each day. Next, find ways to increase your steps, such as an extra walk, taking the stairs versus the elevator,... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/02/2009, comments (0)

February 2: Switch from Canned Veggies to Frozen

Canned vegetables are high in sodium, while frozen vegetables (without added sauces) usually have no added sodium. Buy the large economy size bags, pour out the amount you need for your meal, close the bag with zip closure or twist tie and stick back in the freezer until next time! Making this change will... Read more Chevron

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