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Skin Care Products Teenagers Should Not Use

Skin care products promise glowing, healthy skin and anti-aging benefits. However, these luxury and often pricy items are not suitable for children and teens.

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Spring into Warmer Weather with Fresh, Seasonal Produce Recipes

Try one of these easy-to-prepare recipes packed with flavor and seasonal produce Michigan has to offer this spring.

Recipes

Creamy Mushroom Stroganoff

Mushrooms are a great way to add a savory component to any recipe, so it’s perfect in a stroganoff. Enjoy this recipe for meatless Monday with silken tofu mixed in or go the meat route with seared or grilled chicken. This recipe goes great with broiled asparagus.

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Creamy Avocado Green Goddess Dressing

This green goddess dressing uses creamy avocado and tangy Greek yogurt as a base to enjoy the goodness of fresh herbs. Use as an antioxidant-packed salad dressing, dipping sauce or drizzled on top of grilled meats.

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Does Nutrient Timing Matter?

Most of the time when it comes to diet and exercise, it seems that it’s not just what we eat, but when we eat that can influence our body’s ability to process and use nutrients efficiently. Can how the timing of meals affect metabolism, energy levels, and long-term health outcomes?

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Why You Should Focus on Nutrient Density

Counting calories has long been the go-to strategy for managing weight, but not all calories are created equal. So how do we shift from calorie-counting to focusing on nutrient density for a healthier, more balanced approach to eating?

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Fueling Your Body for Energy

We can control what we eat—and the right diet can make a big difference in how energized we feel. So, how do we balance our diet and metabolism to ensure we are energized and satiated?

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The Importance of Masks and Eyewear Ahead of Spring Sports Season

Whether they’re playing recreationally with friends on the playground or in an organized league at school, the safety provided by masks and eyewear should be a top priority for kids this spring.

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What is Millet?

If you've wondered what millet is and what millet looks like, you've come to the right place. Millet is a high-fiber food that's part of the cereal grain family. Jump on the millet bandwagon.

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Grilling vs Baking: Which is Healthier? 

Grilling is a summer pastime in Michigan, and baking is known to be a healthy way to prepare foods. We all know the grilled food is healthier than fried food, but how does the grilling method stack up against baked food?

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Strawberry No-Jito
"This mocktail version of the mojito is perfect for warm weather. The natural sweetness of the strawberries combined with the tangy lime juice and fresh mint creates a delightful and unique flavor that is both refreshing and satisfying."

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The Truth About Metabolism

Metabolism—it’s a term you’ve probably heard often, that’s blamed or praised for weight changes and energy levels. But how much control do we really have over this complex system in our bodies? From genetics and age to hormones and body composition, many factors influence metabolism in ways we can’t always influence. So, how do we separate myth from fact and focus on what truly matters when it comes to our metabolic health?

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Lifestyle Changes for Longevity

With quick fixes and wellness trends, it’s easy to get caught up in chasing the next best thing when it comes to giving ourselves the best chance at a long, healthy life. With developing a healthy lifestyle, it’s less of a sprint and more of a marathon. In fact, a study done by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health found that low-risk lifestyle habits are critical for a longer life expectancy. So, what lifestyle changes can we make to positively impact longevity?

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What You Can Control for Healthy Aging

Aging is inevitable, but how we age isn’t entirely out of our hands. There are many ways to age well by taking control of our habits and routines. What can we do to age in a way that leaves us feeling strong, capable, and in control?"

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What’s the Healthiest Type of Grill?

Charcoal grills, gas grills and smokers have all seen an uptick in use over the past five years. The question is, what is the healthiest grill to use?

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Are New Year’s Resolutions Bad?

Integrative health expert, keynote speaker, radio personality, business owner and NASM Master Trainer Angela T. Moore talks about the pros and cons of New Year's resolutions. Are they bad? The answer might surprise you.

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Nutrition Differences in Farm-Raised vs. Wild-Caught Fish

Does it matter if the fish on your plate was pulled fresh from a local lake or flown in from a fish farm?

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