Tagged: healthy diet

Fiber! Part 2: The Downfalls of Eating Fiber

This is Part 2 in a 4-part series on the wonderful world of FIBER! (Read Part 1 here.) In recent years, fibrous foods have received praise for their health benefits. Dietitians and […]

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Fiber! Part 1: Types, Sources, & Recommended Intake

Fiber is critical for every adult and child in this country. In the future, it may be the difference between health and disease; and between living a shortened or longer […]

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9 Tips to Pack Your Snacks & Meals Full of Nutrient-Rich Foods

You should enjoy your diet! Believe it or not, nutrient-rich foods are familiar, easy to find, and represent the five basic food groups, therefore achieving balance and building a healthier […]

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How Can I Get Enough Calcium in My Diet If I Follow a Vegan Lifestyle?

For those of you who choose to follow a vegan or even vegetarian lifestyle, you know best that sometimes one needs to get creative with their food to get all […]

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It’s about time you tried a Green Smoothie!

Many people are busy today with work and activities other than preparing meals. You may want to try this smoothie recipe as a fun addition to your meals. One good […]

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Member Stories: Margaret Zitzer "I always joked about losing my baby fat"

We’re extremely proud of our members. Over the years their work out agendas and sporting endeavors serve as healthy examples of how it feels to be Elite, and how exercise not […]

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3 Healthy Food Products Worth Trying

Every year we have changes in the rational of what makes for “good health” and what makes for “good food” products to support this health plan. This year we are […]

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Elite Recipe: Salad or Pizza? It’s Pizz’alad!

Pizz’alad Recipe Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 27 mins Yield: 1 pizza Serves: 4 About This Recipe: This is a great option if you are getting sick of plain […]

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Off to School (or Work) with a Safe Bag Lunch

There is nothing more exciting than purchasing a new school lunch bag for the year! Whether it’s off to school or work we go, millions of Americans carry “bag” lunches. […]

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Youth Fitness & Nutrition: Country Fruit Stand Salad Recipe

This fruit salad contains a number of fruits high in antioxidants, especially berries of all varieties, such as, blackberries, strawberries, and raspberries. In addition, it has a tasty fruit-based dressing with […]

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