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Hungry Before Bedtime?

Posted on: Tuesday, February 19th, 2008

So they say that you’re not supposed to eat at least 2 hours before bedtime. But your stomach’s growling and there’s no way you’re going to get any Z’s on an empty stomach. What’s a hungry person supposed to do?

There are some foods that can actually help aid your sleep that you can eat before you go to bed. These foods contain tryptophan, an amino acid component of many plant and animal proteins. Read on…

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Feel Full on Healthy Foods

Posted on: Wednesday, January 30th, 2008

When it comes to diet-friendly foods that keep you feeling full for hours, your best bets include protein and fiber. Protein works because compared to carbohydrate and fat, protein takes a longer time to digest. Read on…

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Grab and Go

Posted on: Monday, January 28th, 2008

Are you in a rush and don’t have time to cook a nutritious meal and have to grab and go? You don’t have to completely throw in the towel on staying healthy. Here is a list of some nutritional option at some of the popular fast food joints.

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BMI Calculator

Posted on: Thursday, January 24th, 2008

BMI is a reliable indicator of total body fat, which is related to the risk of disease and death. The score is valid for both men and women but it does have some limits. The limits are: Read on…

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