Monthly Archive: November 2009

Nov
24

Add Fish and Omega-3 Fatty Acids to Your Diet

The AHA recommends a serving of fish two times per week. Besides being a good source of protein and a food relatively low in the bad type of dietary fat called saturated fat, fish has omega-3 fatty acids -- which have been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease. Fatty fish such as mackerel, …

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Nov
18

Tips: Brush Your Teeth Properly

Tips: Always brush twice a day, preferably first thing in the morning and again right before you go to sleep. Try not to eat or drink anything once you have brushed in the evening. When brushing someone else's teeth, try to stand behind them so you are looking down on their mouth. This will allow …

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Nov
04

Healthy Habits to Improve Your Life

Eat Breakfast Every Morning Breakfast eaters are champions of good health. Research shows people who have a morning meal tend to take in more vitamins and minerals, and less fat andcholesterol. The result is often a leaner body, lower cholesterol count, and less chance of overeating. "That one act [of eating breakfast] seems to make …

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