By now, we all know that fiber is an important element of a healthy diet, but do you know what to eat to get more fiber in your diet? Not only can this important macronutrient help with weight loss, it can also lower your cholesterol, along with your risk of diabetes and heart disease. Which is why the Institute of Medicine recommends 38 grams of fiber per day for men and ...
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You don’t need to look at a calendar to know that it’s fall. There’s a chill in the air, the leaves are turning glorious shades of red and yellow — time for apple picking, pumpkin-carving, and trick or treating! Speaking of treats: With the holidays just around the corner, it’s easy to lose sight of your nutritional goals this time of year. These autumn smoothie recipes will help you stay on ...
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If you’re like most people, you probably put a lot more thought into what you eat before exercising than what you eat after. But working out — especially strength training — causes muscle proteins to break down, which is why it’s so important to eat a high-protein snack once your workout is over. Protein gives your body essential amino acids that enable it to rebuild those proteins and build new muscle tissue ...
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Try these THRIVE protein balls! EASY to make, and a HEALTHY option to add to your snack selection. 1 pack of Vanilla THRIVE Lifestyle Mix for protein (also has vitamins, minerals, probiotics, antioxidants and BCAAs) 1 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup of (mix it up, your choice: ground flax seed, chia seed, hemp seed, wheat germ) 1/2 cup peanut butter or any nut butter 1/3 cup honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ...
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After incredibly successful campaigns in previous years, Le-Vel plans to go well beyond $1,000,000 in total contributions for the fight against breast cancer this year! THRIVER's generosity will make Le-Vel a Circle of Hope Award Recipient as a top donor to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. But, this year we’re doing something different—we’re looking for volunteers to help the National Breast Cancer Foundation assemble HOPE Kits, filled with thoughtful, comforting and ...
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