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Ways to Stay Properly Hydrated

As we are approaching the end of June and going deeper into the summer season, the temperature is rising and dehydration is knocking at the door. For those of us who still love to go outside to move more or simply just to enjoy the weather, it is crucial to replenish our bodies of lost […]

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“This program helped me learn how to eat better…”

Below is a testimonial from an Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes participant: I started Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes in July 2020. I had gained so much weight my clothes had gotten too small for me. I had to start buying new clothes in the beginning of 2020 so I could have something […]

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10 Blogs for Summer

Healthy Summer Dessert – Yasso Frozen Yogurt Healthy Bite-Sized Summer Dessert Favorite Summertime Salad – Confetti Bean In-Season Produce to Add to Your Shopping List this Summer Food Safety for Summer Grilling Summertime means GRILLING TIME! Don’t forget the vegetables! The Heat Is Here to Stay Tips for Summer Exercise Summer Activity: Play in a […]

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Tips to Stay Healthy and Safe at Summer Cookouts

For a lot of people, summer means cookouts and BBQs! So, how do you plan to balance Eating Smart and Moving More this summer at events? Here are a few tips, recipes, and links to help you game plan for summer fun and enjoy yourself while continuing your success and staying safe.  Get Competitive Trade […]

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“By making relatively simple changes to our diet and lifestyle, I was able to lose 10% of my initial body weight…”

Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes was absolutely the best health class I ever took. By making relatively simple changes to my diet and lifestyle, I was able to lose 10% of my initial body weight over the course of the year. Our instructor was just fantastic. She was knowledgeable, supportive, and made the classes fun – they were the highlight of my week!

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Gardening for Physical Activity

Gardening is a hobby that I enjoy. My husband and I grow many vegetables, fruits, and herbs at our house, and I enjoy trying to nurture some favorite flowering annuals each year. My mom, dad, grandfather, even my toddler also enjoying gardening; it is a family pastime. I love gardening for many reasons, but mostly […]

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In-Season Produce to Add to Your Shopping List this Summer

With summer approaching, I am looking forward to longer days, better weather, and seasonal summer fruits and vegetables. Choosing in-season fruits and vegetables is a great way to add variety to your diet and is also a more budget-friendly option than choosing out-of-season produce. While some fruits and vegetables are grown year-round, others are seasonal. […]

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Whole Grain, Chickpea, and Black Bean Salad

This salad is actually a main dish with whole grain, vegetables, beans, and nuts. It keeps for several days and actually is better after a day or so. Exact proportions are not critical so don’t worry if you have more tomatoes or less cucumber.

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Healthy Road Trip Snacks

This month, my family is embarking on a 9-day road trip across the Southeast. Part of our trip planning includes thinking about healthy snack options. Many of our meals will be take-out or on the road. Days of driving long hours and eating out can really take a toll on your body and make you […]

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Khichdi – Instant Pot Recipe

Khichdi is a very popular dish from the Indian subcontinent and has many variations depending upon the different regions of India. The common theme is that it is made from a mix of rice and lentils – it is like a savory porridge that is served hot.