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Relax and Lose Weight
My Optimum Health — Are you trying so hard to lose weight that you're making yourself miserable? The answer to your problem may be as simple as relaxing and following som How many times do you gaze at yourself in the mirror with disappointment? You spend so much ...More…
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Is it a Diet or an Eating Disorder?
My Optimum Health — Your teenager is obsessed with losing weight, although she looks fine to you. She skips meals and won't drink milk because she thinks it's fattening. Is this a passing phase or an eating disorder? Parents often dismiss a teen's poor eating ...More…
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Indoor Winter Workouts
My Optimum Health — Love your morning run, but just can't stand the cold? Enjoy an evening bike ride, but can't pedal against those gusty winds? Maybe it's time to move t It's dark when you wake up, and it's dark when you drive home from work. When you ...More…
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Berry Cheesecake with Gingersnaps
My Optimum Health — Create a creamy cheesecake topping for berries with this low-fat ricotta and fat-free cream cheese combination. This creamy no-bake version is simple to prepare. The berries make it rich in fiber. In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, ...More…
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Spinach Soup
My Optimum Health — A smooth, creamy spinach soup with lots of vitamin A and that taste of garlic This fresh-tasting spinach soup is really delicious, and loaded with vitamin A. It would go well with some crusty whole-grain bread. Heat oil in large saucepan or Dutch ...More…
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Blissful Banana Mousse
My Optimum Health — Banana mousse that isn't fattening? Enjoy this creamy, fruity dessert without the added fat, calories or guilt. This creamy dessert is low in saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium. Place milk, sugar, vanilla and banana in blender. Blend for 15 ...More…
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Healthy Hispanic Food: Ole!
My Optimum Health — Hispanic Americans are almost twice as likely to have diabetes as whites of the same age. Learn how a healthy diet can help prevent this serious disea Nix the Nachos, Savor the Salsa: Tips for Healthy Mexican Dining Do you love preparing ...More…
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Have the Flu? Get the Nourishment You Need
My Optimum Health — If you have the flu, you are most likely eager to get well as soon as possible. What you put in your body can either help (or hurt) your road to recov Home Information Getting the Nourishment You Need When You Have the Flu If you have the flu, ...More…
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Lifestyle changes can help
My Optimum Health — Struggling with PCOS? An improved diet and regular exercise can help you lose weight and reduce your symptoms. Home Information The Role of Diet in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Jennifer was distraught. The scale at the gym showed she had ...More…
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Beyond Matzoh Pizza: Passover Lunch Ideas
My Optimum Health — Stumped for brown bag lunch ideas during Passover? You won't miss the bread once you try some of these delicious suggestions. Stumped for brown bag lunch ideas during Passover? Tired of tuna or cream cheese with jelly on matzoh? Whether you are ...More…
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Whole-Grain Foods: A Primer
My Optimum Health — Whole grains are loaded with nutrients and fiber, and can help you fight chronic disease. Find out how to include whole grains in your daily diet. Home Information The Benefits of Whole Grains: Include Whole Grains in Your Diet Everyone is ...More…
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Prevent Peanut Reactions
My Optimum Health — Peanut allergy can be life-threatening. Take precautions to protect your child. Home Information The Best Treatment for Dangerous Peanut Allergy: Prevention The best treatment for a child with a peanut and tree nut allergy is prevention. Avoid ...More…