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Large meal portions and extra servings can affect our waistline, our wallets and the fate of our planet. But, why exactly do we overeat? Why We Overeat Studies show that certain foods (especially sweets and fatty foods) have a drug-like effect, causing a pleasure sensation in the brain. Eating too much of these foods can “cause…
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Halloween is not just for kids. This fun-filled holiday has deep, meaningful roots that we can all learn from. This year, celebrate the history of Halloween with these Mindful lessons. Samhain Rituals and History We tend to think of Halloween as an American holiday filled with costumes and sugary treats, but it has ancient Celtic roots.…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one American dies from a stroke every four minutes. This is devastating news, but fortunately, reexamining your diet and eating more white fruits and vegetables can help with stroke prevention. Stroke Facts A stroke occurs “when a blood clot blocks an artery or a blood vessel breaks, interrupting…
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Are you a true Halloween lover? Do you look forward to this time of year–the spooky parties, haunted houses, fun costumes, and trick-or-treating? If so, why not kick it up a notch this year? Create a Halloween bucket list filled with new fun Halloween activities. We’ve got five fun Halloween ideas that will bring you a little…
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Cocoa, known as “god food,” has been beloved by civilizations for centuries. It was considered an aphrodisiac and today, it’s consumed in large amounts. In fact, the average American eats about 9.5 pounds of chocolate each year. And this delicious dessert, when eaten in moderation, can have health benefits. Types of Chocolate While modern chocolate…
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From juice and jelly to cookies and scones, you’ll probably be adding cranberries to some of your favorite fall recipes this year. And as you’re adding the cranberries to your homemade dish you may ask your self, “What are cranberries good for anyway?” Well, a lot, as it turns out. In fact, they may just keep you…
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Celebrate autumn by making treats with the season’s most popular harvest: apples! Caramel apple snacks make a great party favor and this fun recipe will be perfect for family get-togethers or mini-parties with friends and neighbors. Apples are not only delicious; they’re also great for your health. Apples are a great source of dietary fiber…
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What’s Halloween without candy? Handing out sugary sweets at the front door or at a house party is all part of the fun. This Halloween Americans will spend $2.7 billion on candy alone. That’s a lot of candy, and, of course, that also means that there will be a lot of candy wrappers heading for…
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Are you in the mood for spreading some ghostly glee? Consider throwing a neighborhood Halloween party. Before you start planning your spook-fest you should take some Mindful steps. For a Halloween block party to be successful you’ll need the support of the community. See if the neighbors would like to participate and contribute with the…
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