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Every Minute Counts

Every Minute Counts

Smoking CessationExplore this interactive timeline to learn how daily progress leads to big changes worth celebrating.

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Competitive Jump Roping Helps Michigan Youth Soar Higher

Jumping rope as competitive sport? Jumpin' All-Stars, based in Livingston County, is offering a workshop to teach kids how it's done.

The Opposite of Group Motivation: Is Your Exercise Group Too Competitive?

Women doing pilates.

Women doing pilates.

Is your exercise group too competitive? Avoid sabotaging your personal fitness goals and find your motivation once again with these tips.

Want an Extra $240 a Month? Quit Smoking!

Take a look at our cheat sheet, showing what you could potentially buy with the money saved kicking the habit.

Halloween Costumes: Dress Up For Spooky-Yet-Safe Fun

Don’t let spooky get in the way of safety. These tips will help you plan for a night of fun.

Infographic: 8 Foods That Change How Well Your Prescription Drugs Work

Did you know the food you eat while taking your medication can seriously impact how well it works?

Nutrition and Cancer: Slow Cooker Plum Applesauce
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Slow cooker plum applesauce

Slow cooker plum applesauce

Eating a diet full of healthy and nutritious foods is the first step to reducing the risk of developing breast cancer. This applesauce is a great option to try!

Savory and Sweet: Michigan Apple, Brie and Pesto Pizza
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Take advantage of Michigan's 16 different varieties of apples this fall with this delicious sweet and savory pizza recipe!

Top Fall Races You’ll Want to Run This Year

Enjoy the crisp, cool air with these fall fun runs that will get you in shape and in the harvest spirit.

Salmon Rosti

Salmon Rosti

Delicious Salmon Rosti
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It is important to eat a diet rich in brain-boosting foods like salmon, olive oil and whole grains to keep your brain functioning at a high levels.

Slow Cooker Butternut Squash, Chicken and Quinoa Soup
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butternut squash, chicken and quinoa soup

butternut squash, chicken and quinoa soup

What you choose to eat is very important for your brain health. Eating certain foods can boost your energy, mood and memory.