Summer gets all the attention for fresh produce, but don’t forget to celebrate the harvest in the fall! There are so many delicious fruits and vegetables to look forward to this season. It’s the perfect […]
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September 15, 2015
11 Common Foods That Can Cause Bloating
Are you suddenly having a little trouble zipping up your jeans or putting on your rings? If you’re prone to bloating or swelling, the right diet will help you stay svelte. After all, who wants […]
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August 18, 2015
5 Things To Know About Healthy Eating During Pregnancy
Even before women find out they’re pregnant they typically know some of the foods and drinks they’re supposed to avoid during those 9 months. Being pregnant doesn’t mean you have to miss out on all […]
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August 11, 2015
The Secrets to a Successful and Healthy Summer BBQ
Hosting a barbecue is an exciting part of the summertime. What’s more fun than spending outside in the sunshine enjoying seasonal food and drinks with friends and family? However, if you’re the host, it can […]
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July 14, 2015
Summer Produce Guide
The summer months provide an abundance of fresh fruit and vegetable options. With so many healthy seasonal goodies to choose from, it’s easy to eat smart! We’ve picked our favorite nutritional powerhouses to stock up […]
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July 7, 2015
13 Tips for Exercising Outdoors in the Summer Heat
Summer is the perfect time to head outside for workouts. However warmer weather can also bring extreme heat and humidity, making exercising outdoors challenging. With a little flexibility and preparation, you can still enjoy an […]
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June 16, 2015
The Pros and Cons of Calorie Counting
With so many fitness apps and activity trackers available, counting calories and monitoring fitness is easier to do than ever before. But does this emerging technology help us reach our health goals or is it […]
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May 19, 2015
Eat Your Way Happy – Foods to Help Boost Your Mood
Do you find yourself getting annoyed with loved ones or co-workers? At 3pm, do you buy a cup of coffee and a sweet treat as a pick me up? You can avoid the mid-day slump […]
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May 5, 2015
How To Slim Down Your Hamburger
It’s National Hamburger Month! Do you want you to indulge in that juicy grilled burger but dread the calorie hit? We have some healthy tips to help you slim down that burger without sacrificing taste. […]
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March 24, 2015
Spring Produce Guide
After a long winter who doesn’t enjoy the first signs of spring? Along with longer days, spring brings a whole new crop of vegetables and fruits for us to enjoy! Spring clean your diet with […]
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February 17, 2015
10 of the Best Fruits and Vegetables to Eat During the Cold Winter Months
When we think of summer we think of sun, fun, picnics that include salads, berries and melons. When we think of winter we generally think of snow, hot cocoa, and fireplaces but rarely do we […]
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January 13, 2015
Tips to Keep Active During Cold Winter Months
Does the thought of working out in the winter make you want to roll over and pull the blankets back up? It can be hard to get up and moving when it’s dark and cold […]
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December 23, 2014
5 Tips for Surviving Holiday Parties
“Small cheer and great welcome makes a merry feast.” – William Shakespeare Tis the season, I have three parties this week and I had two last week. That’s a lot of eating out and food that is […]
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November 21, 2014
Thanksgiving Survival Guide – 11 Tips for a StressFree Turkey Dinner
Hosting Thanksgiving can seem like a daunting task: cleaning, cooking a huge turkey, side dishes, desserts and entertaining company! It can make any host feel a bit stressed. However, it’s important to remember what Thanksgiving […]
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October 7, 2014
Top 10 Tips for Food Shopping
Do you ever wonder what to buy at a health food store? Do you dread grocery shopping? Are you overwhelmed with all the options on the shelves? Grocery shopping and healthy eating is easy when […]
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September 2, 2014
Never Waste Food Again! 10 Tips to Use Your Leftovers
As a child, my parents often reminded me that there were starving children in the world, so I was told to either finish my food or don’t take so much. Perhaps that’s why I try […]
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August 5, 2014
An UPDATE: FDA’s New ‘Gluten-Free’ Labeling Standards go into effect August 5
Back in September 2013, the EatSmart blog ran a post about the new FDA standards that define specifically what it means for a food product to be labeled ‘gluten-free’. Starting today, ‘gluten-free’ labels on packaged […]
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July 2, 2014
Stay Safe on the 4th
Water Sports and Fireworks are two traditional pastimes enjoyed at Fourth of July celebrations. The sad truth is that both are linked to numerous deaths and injuries every year. Make this 4th all about FUN […]
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June 24, 2014
GOOD NEWS! THE RESULTS ARE IN!
The Mayors Wellness Campaign is a statewide program that gives New Jersey mayors tools and strategies to champion healthy and active living and to improve the overall health of their communities. The towns of Fort […]
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May 27, 2014
Flipping The Switch
Let’s face it, many of us in America need to lose weight. And for that to occur, one thing has to happen: expend more energy than we take in. When this happens, our body turns […]
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