Each generation has its cross to bear. It seems that ours is an issue of self control. In the last few years, the obesity rate in the US has reached nightmare proportions. A full third of the population is officially obese, while two-thirds are overweight. This makes America the fattest nation on earth. What can we do to reverse this troubling trend? Much has been written about the dangers of fast food. Not only are they high in fat, calories and cholesterol, but they are also perfect for snacking. And that, in our humble opinion, is the problem. It not…
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The next time you are attending a pot luck dinner, and the hostess asks you to bring a dessert, choose a fruit arrangement instead of a high-calorie sugary dessert that will be inches on everyone’s waistlines. While sugar may taste good, it quickly goes to the waist and creates a false sense of feeling full. Instead of empty calories, fruit arrangements help fill a gap in the appetite while you wait for the hostess to serve dinner. In addition, those who are on diets or unable to eat sugary desserts will also be able to enjoy something before dinner and…
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If you want to lose some weight and get in shape eating Florida oranges is a great way to lose weight without changing your diet radically. When people start diets they often will go off the diet within a week because they don’t like feeling deprived and hungry when they can’t eat the foods they like. But most of the time that is a result of people not being able to eat sweets and other foods they crave. Eating super sweet Florida oranges can satisfy those cravings without packing on the pounds because Florida oranges and other Florida citrus fruits…
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Honeybells are the medicine you need to fight winter depression. Seasonal depression is a big problem for hundreds of thousands of people. Even if you have not been diagnosed with Seasonal Affective Disorder you could still suffer from a low grade depression after the holidays over. Many people do because returning to normal life after the excitement of the holidays can be difficult. The holidays are filled with joy and happiness and great food that often only comes around once a year. Honeybells also only come around once a year but Honeybells come into season just as the holidays are…
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The numbers are shocking: a full third of Americans are officially obese, while two-thirds are overweight. As uncomfortable as it may be, experts are finally starting to throw around the “E” word, as in epidemic. The United States has a serious problem with food that won’t be solved anytime soon. Obesity is now the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S. Furthermore, it is linked to many of the most expensive chronic diseases and conditions, including Type 2 diabetes. At last count, more than 26 million people had the disorder and 79 million more are considered pre-diabetic. That’s more…
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If you do not eat a form of citrus fruit at least once per week, you are missing out on a wonderful experience for your health! Citrus fruits can provide a great deal of nutrients for your body and your mind to feel much healthier overall. By consuming just one or two citrus fruits each week you can have better control over your weight and your immunity. Having a strong immunity can prevent you from obtaining any illnesses that you can contract form other people such as the common cold. Every year millions of people suffer from colds and the…
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Many people eat grapefruits everyday because grapefruits are delicious but the health benefits of grapefruits are also important. Citrus fruits like oranges and grapefruits provide Vitamin C and other vitamins and minerals that the body needs. Even though most people eat grapefruits with breakfast there are a lot of other ways to work grapefruits into your diet on a regular basis. Sectioned grapefruits are great in salads. Grapefruit juice can be a refreshing beverage, as long as it’s fresh squeezed and not loaded with added sugar. Grapefruit juice can also be used to sweeten cookies, cakes and breads when you’re…
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Navel oranges are a cheap and effective way to stay healthy this winter. Winter is on the way and bringing with it lots of colds and flu viruses. If you start boosting your immune system now by eating at least two navel oranges each day you will be ready to fight off the colds and flu that will be coming shortly. Once your immune system is compromised by a cold or by the flu you’re more likely to get sick again when another strain of cold or flu comes along, and in the winter time it seems like everywhere you…
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Many people will eat tangerines since they are known for their many excellent health benefits. At the core of these many benefits is the presence of Vitamin C. The sheer number of health benefits that Vitamin C provides are almost too numerous to lost. Honestly, most people are not interested with a complete catalogue of the benefits. They simply place tangerines under the category of “healthy foods” and add them to their shopping list. However, some may feel tempted to take their Vitamin C in the form of supplement capsules. While this is not a bad idea, it is far…
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When the American Cancer Society says that certain lifestyle and or diet changes can help you fight off certain types of cancer, most people sit up and listen. This is especially true of people who may already be at risk for cancer due to hereditary, environmental, or other factors that increase risk. So when the American Cancer Society recently said that juice made with Florida oranges can help reduce your risk of cancer, a lot of people took notice. The question that many asked was why are Florida oranges such a good thing to eat to prevent some types of…