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<description><![CDATA[Lisa Nelson RD is the founder and owner of Health Practices Online and Heart Health Made Easy. Health Practices Online provides online business management services for busy health professionals who are overwhelmed by everything involved with establishing an online presence. Through first-hand trial and error, Lisa knows how to guide you past costly and time consuming mistakes so you move forward quickly without wasting hard-earned dollars. She also manages your online team so you can stay focused on the work you truly love. Together you will determine what business tasks you need to handle yourself, what can be delegated (and ... ]]></description>
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<title>Do You Have a Content Marketing Strategy?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[You must have a strategy that will take you from where your business is currently to your goal. If you do not outline a strategy you are randomly throwing out content without purpose. This can be a waste of time and money. Here's an example of a content marketing strategy of how you can leverage your content to the fullest.]]></description>
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<title>Do You Need to Market Via Social Media?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 May 2011 12:52:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's important for you to understand the benefits of social media so you can make a decision on whether or not this is the right marketing channel for your business to explore. This article covers a few top benefits to social media marketing.]]></description>
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<title>5 Tips to Maximize Your LinkedIn Results</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Did you know the average income of LinkedIn users is greater than both Facebook & Twitter? If you are looking for clients that can pay you, then according to these numbers LinkedIn is worth your marketing efforts. That's why I've put together these 5 tips for how you can get the most out of LinkedIn.]]></description>
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<title>How to Obtain a Quality Testimonial</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2011 15:15:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Testimonials are an easy way to provide social proof and boost your sales; however, there are right and wrong ways to collect testimonials. Here are 5 ingredients you want to obtain for an ideal testimonial.]]></description>
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<title>Dementia and High Blood Pressure</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2011 08:45:49 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Increased attention and resources have been directed towards understanding the causes of dementia and possible treatments. There is evidence linking high blood pressure with dementia.]]></description>
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<title>Do Low Carb Diets Lower Blood Pressure?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2011 17:36:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are trying to lower blood pressure, which is better? Low carb or low fat?]]></description>
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<title>7 Steps to Help Lower Blood Pressure</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2011 16:13:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Here are 7 steps you can take this month to get started on the right path to lower blood pressure and heart health. Which will you implement?]]></description>
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<title>Lower Blood Pressure With Resistance Training</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2011 15:07:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When working to achieve heart health, reduce your risk for cardiovascular disease, and lower blood pressure it's essential to use a combination or aerobic and resistance exercises to achieve optimal results. Both forms of exercise have distinct benefits that impact the heart and vascular system.]]></description>
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<title>Facebook Changes - February 2011</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2011 08:47:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How are the recent Facebook changes going to impact your Facebook Business Page? Here's a quick summary of the changes that will most impact your business presence on Facebook.]]></description>
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<title>Email Newsletters - Why Use Email Marketing?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2011 11:37:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Have you been 'on the fence' about starting an email newsletter? If so I want to help you land on the side of publishing an email newsletter so you can generate more income now. Here are the top 5 reasons to use email marketing.]]></description>
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<title>Email Newsletter - What Type of Email Newsletter Will You Publish (HTML or Text)?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jan 2011 15:55:02 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Your email newsletter represents you and your business. Your email newsletter format will determine if you turn a prospective into a paying client. Let's talk about the best email newsletter format to accomplish this goal - text or HTML?]]></description>
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<title>Email Newsletter - Why You Need to Publish an Email Newsletter</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jan 2011 13:22:25 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Publishing an email newsletter is a critical piece of any successful online marketing plan. Read on to learn just one of the many benefits you'll receive when publishing an email newsletter.]]></description>
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<title>Content Management - How to Use an Editorial Calendar for Your Blog</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jan 2011 10:24:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you struggle to come up with blog post topic ideas? If so, implement an editorial calendar to easily stay on track with content management, so you can post with ease!]]></description>
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<title>Make Money Online - Accept Online Credit Card Payments</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Nov 2010 10:02:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Deciding how to accept payments online can be confusing? Should you use PayPal? Do you need a shopping cart? How does a merchant account fit into the mix?]]></description>
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<title>Lower High Blood Pressure With Calcium</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Individuals receiving more than 800 mg of calcium daily have a 23 percent decreased risk of high blood pressure versus those consuming less than 400 mg of calcium per day. How can you increase your calcium intake to lower high blood pressure?]]></description>
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<title>Fruits and Vegetables for Winter Time Nutrition</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2010 16:38:45 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Winter can often make eating vegetables daily more difficult. Here are several great choices you can access easily during the winter months.]]></description>
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<title>Lower High Blood Pressure: Understand Fat and Sodium on Food Labels</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2010 16:10:15 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You know you should be reading food labels, but what's the point if you don't know what you're looking for? Let me give you a few guidelines you can follow to make food labels work for you.]]></description>
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<title>Weight Loss: Do You Need to Increase Fat Intake to Lose Weight?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2010 13:27:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Is there enough evidence to support a link between a diet high in monounsaturated fat and reduced belly fat. Read on as I share what I've learned. Maybe a good way to lose weight.]]></description>
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<title>Vegetable Protein to Lower Blood Pressure</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2010 13:25:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A diet high in vegetable proteins may help you lower blood pressure. Here are some examples of ways to increase your intake of vegetable proteins to lower blood pressure.]]></description>
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<title>How to Cook Vegetables to Prevent Nutrient Loss</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Nov 2010 11:14:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[However, preparation of fruits and vegetables can cause nutrient losses. How you prepare vegetables and how long there are exposed to heat affect nutrient content of fruits and vegetables.]]></description>
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<title>How to Prevent Stress Related Weight Gain</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Nov 2010 10:55:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Stress is linked to weight gain in that it stimulates the release of cortisol. Here are four tips to reduce stress related weight gain.]]></description>
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<title>Use the DASH Diet to Lower High Blood Pressure</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Nov 2010 10:21:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet is an eating plan used for lowering blood pressure through diet. Studies have shown dramatic results, in that the DASH diet can lower blood pressure in as little as 2 weeks!]]></description>
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<title>Heart Health - Do You Need to Supplement L-Carnitine?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Nov 2010 10:14:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[L-carnitine is a compound produced by the liver and kidneys from the biosynthesis of the amino acids lysine and methionine. To form L-carnitine you also need adequate levels of vitamin C, B6, niacin, and iron.]]></description>
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<title>How to Use Flaxseed to Reduce Heart Disease</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 16:10:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Flaxseed is a great diet addition if you are looking to reduce your risk for heart disease. Flaxseed is a rich source of omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, and phytochemical lignans.]]></description>
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<title>How Much Protein Will Promote Weight Loss?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2010 21:31:32 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Fat, protein, and carbohydrates are all essential to your overall health. When you are working to lose weight it's important that you do not cut any one nutrient too low. Let's look at exactly how much protein you need everyday to promote weight loss.]]></description>
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<title>Increase Fiber and Lower Cholesterol - Here's What You Need to Do!</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 May 2010 16:06:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Eating the right level of dietary fiber daily will lower cholesterol levels. Here's how you do it...]]></description>
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<title>How to Read Food Labels For Fat and Sodium</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2010 10:56:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Fat and sodium have a direct impact on heart health, but do you know what to look for on food labels to meet your needs? Learn how to read the fat and sodium content of different foods to make heart healthy choices.]]></description>
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<title>Heart Disease - Eating Red Meat May Shorten Your Life</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:09:26 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[White meat versus red meat, which is better to promote heart health and prevent heart disease? Learn the findings of the latest research.]]></description>
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<title>Is Your Neighborhood Making You Fat?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:40:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you struggle to make healthy eating choices and just cannot seem to stay on track with a weight loss plan, it may be time to evaluate your surroundings. Does your neighborhood provide easy access to activity, such as well-lit paths and groomed sidewalks? A bike path nearby?]]></description>
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<title>How Does Your BMI Measure Up?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:37:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Body mass index (BMI) is a quick and simple way to assess your health and disease risk. Learn how to calculate your BMI now!]]></description>
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<title>Eating Right on a Budget For Heart Health</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:11:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You can still make heart healthy choices when living on a budget. Here are 5 tips to keep you on track.]]></description>
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<title>Lower Blood Pressure With Garlic</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:56:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you think the claims that garlic helps lower blood pressure are true? Find out if and how garlic works to promote a lower blood pressure.]]></description>
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<title>Blood Pressure and Weight Lifting - Bad Combination?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:52:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How does weight lifting impact blood pressure? If you have high blood pressure should you avoid lifting weights?]]></description>
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<title>Is Too Low Cholesterol Dangerous?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:38:06 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people are doing everything they can to lower cholesterol levels as much as possible because cholesterol is viewed as "bad". Too low cholesterol levels are not necessarily a good thing and there is reason for caution. Cholesterol is essential for many normal bodily functions, such as the production of vitamin D, steroid hormones, stress hormones, and bile acids for digestion.]]></description>
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<title>Make Weight Loss Easier With a Good Night's Sleep</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:49:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A lack of sleep disrupts your hormones causing you to feel hungrier and makes weight loss more difficult. Here are 5 tips for a good night's sleep.]]></description>
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<title>Lower Cholesterol - Are Eggs Good Or Bad?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:44:50 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[High cholesterol is a risk factor for heart disease. Promoting a lower cholesterol often means limiting your intake of dietary cholesterol. Eggs are one main source of dietary cholesterol. So, if you have high cholesterol does this mean you can know longer have eggs?]]></description>
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<title>How Does Cholesterol Lead to Heart Disease?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:13:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Let me see if I can explain and keep the process easy to understand! First the endothelium (thin inner lining of your blood vessels) becomes damaged and inflamed. ]]></description>
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<title>Reduce Heart Failure With Weight Loss and Physical Acitivty</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:11:09 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Physician's Heart Study followed over 21,000 between the ages of 40 and 84 for over 20 years. They found a significant link between weight, activity, and heart failure I want to share with you. Both weight and physical activity were independently linked to risk of heart failure.]]></description>
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<title>Be Heart Healthy With Flavonoids</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:19:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you familiar with flavonoids and how they can benefit your heart health? Flavonoids are a type of antioxidant found in fruits, vegetables, and certain beverages. Flavonoids are a hot topic because of their reported antiviral, anti-allergy, antiplatelet (blood clotting), anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor (cancer), and antioxidants health benefits.]]></description>
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<title>Weight Loss Team Member - Your Doctor</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 13:12:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Successfully losing weight and maintaining the loss requires several different factors all working together. Get a team of experts behind you to successfully achieve the long term weight loss you desire and put together the best plan possible.]]></description>
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<title>Weight Loss Team Member - Your Nutritionist</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:43:45 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Your nutritionist is a critical member of your weight loss team. Learn who you need on your team for successful weight loss.]]></description>
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<title>Weight Loss Team Member - Your Support Group</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:30:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[To successfully achieve your weight loss goals you need to establish a team to support you as you lose weight. This team may include your physician, nutritionist, and personal trainer. However, to ensure your success you must look at your support system.
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<title>Weight Loss Team Member - Your Personal Trainer</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:20:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many factors that play a critical role in your journey to successful weight loss, such as your physician and nutritionist. Another key player is your personal trainer. A personal trainer ensures your workout routine is efficient and effective.]]></description>
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<title>Barley Nutrition - How to Use Barley to Lower Cholesterol</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:53:47 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Barley contains the same soluble fiber and beta-glucan as oats. Individuals who regularly consume barley have lower LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, and total cholesterol.]]></description>
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<title>How Many Calories Per Day?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:27:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How many calories do you need per day to lose weight? Find out if less is really best.]]></description>
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<title>Reduce Heart Disease and Health Care Costs With a Worksite Wellness Program</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 08:59:10 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Web-based program linked to reduced healthcare costs for employees with cardiac risk factors. The study found those with cardiovascular risks enrolled in the web-based program lost weight, lowered blood pressure, and improved their eating habits.]]></description>
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<title>Heart Disease and Trans Fats - Are You One of the 20%?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:42:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association found that most American's know they need to avoid trans fats, but only 20% actually knew which foods contained trans fats. Trans fatty acids are a processed fat, produced as a by-product when hydrogen is added to make a substance more solid at room temperature. For example, margarine is hydrogenated vegetable oil - hydrogen was added and the by-product trans fat is produced.]]></description>
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<title>Heart Disease and the Vitamin C - How Are They Connected?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:13:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you know vitamin C has many benefits besides helping fight the common cold. Vitamin C also even promotes heart health. Here's what you need to know.]]></description>
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<title>3 Tips For a Healthy New Year of Successful Weight Loss</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 07:49:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This is the year you are going to be successful! You just need to rethink a few of your ideas regarding healthy eating. To be successful with your healthy eating and weight loss plan you need to keep it simple. Here are three tips to get you started on the right path this year!]]></description>
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<title>Top 3 Heart Healthy Minerals to Lower Blood Pressure</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 06:40:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Learn quick and easy tips on how to use three key minerals - sodium, potassium, and magnesium - to lower blood pressure. Too much sodium in your diet can contribute to hypertension and make your blood pressure treatment less effective. Simply reducing your sodium intake to 2.3 grams (6 g table salt) daily can decrease your blood pressure.]]></description>
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<title>3 Heart Healthy Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 06:38:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Here are three simple tips you can implement immediately to promote heart health! Heart healthy tips can be quite simple!
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<title>The Best Weight Loss Plan - Five Must Haves</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 08:54:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Losing weight and keeping it off is not a simple task. If it was obesity wouldn't be one of the biggest health concerns we face. Everyday you can find a new diet that promises fantastic results for the lean, healthy body you want.]]></description>
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<title>Weight Loss - What Are the Causes of Weight Cycling?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 15:21:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you tired of your weight yo-yoing up and down?  By understanding the causes of weight cycling, you'll be better able to stop the cycle and achieve the long term weight loss you want.]]></description>
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<title>Weight Loss - The Best Way to Lose Weight</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 15:20:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Tired of struggling to lose weight? Here are tips for successful, long-term weight loss.]]></description>
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<title>Reduce Heart Disease With CoQ10 - Should You Be Using This Supplement?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 16:40:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you know you can use CoQ10 to reduce heart disease risk?  I'll explain what CoQ10 is, how it works, signs of deficiency, and the benefits of increasing your CoQ10 intake.]]></description>
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<title>Weight Loss Resolutions - Do You Need to Shift Your Thinking?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:46:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Is a diet the best choice for you?  Do you have to take an all or nothing approach?  Read on to learn about two areas that will have a significant impact on your weight loss success.]]></description>
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<title>Reduce Heart Disease With Snacks - The Right Combination Makes All the Difference</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:39:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you know what type of snacks reduce blood clotting, free radical damage, and heart disease risk?  Learn how to combine carbohydrates, fat, and protein to promote heart health and weight loss.]]></description>
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<title>Lower Heart Disease - Flax Oil Versus Fish Oil</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:03:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Is flax oil as effective as fish oil at reducing heart disease risk?  Learn about the benefits of ALA versus EPA and DHA.]]></description>
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<title>Weight Loss Resolutions - Tips to Stay Motivated</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 14:15:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[New Year's is here and you know what that means... New Year's Resolution!  Will you achieve your goal?  Or will it end up being another resolution that falls to the wayside?  Here are five tips to stay on track.]]></description>
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<title>Mediterranean Diet to Reduce Heart Disease</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:20:25 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you know native Mediterranean's are straying from their heart healthy diet practices?  Learn how to use the traditional Mediterranean Diet to reduce your heart disease risk.]]></description>
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<title>Heart Healthy Eating Through the Holidays</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:29:56 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you have a plan in place to be heart healthy and stick with your weight loss goals this holiday season?  If not, I'll give you some pointers to enjoy the holidays without sacrificing your weight loss progress.]]></description>
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<title>Lower Heart Failure Risk When You Eat Whole Grains</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:28:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you at risk for heart failure?  Your risk of heart failure is increased by a variety of factors, especially what you eat. Check out the recent link between whole grains and your risk of heart failure.]]></description>
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<title>Lower Cholesterol - What is the Difference Between LDL and VLDL?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:23:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you confused by all the different types of cholesterol and how the numbers impact your heart disease risk?  In this article I breakdown the difference between LDL and VLDL and how the numbers impact your heart health.]]></description>
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<title>Lower Blood Pressure - Chicken Soup For Your Heart</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:17:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Have you heard about the link between chicken and lower blood pressure? Learn what researchers have discovered.]]></description>
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<title>Stress, Cortisol, and Your Heart</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 09:44:42 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you struggle with extra fat around your midsection?  Excess abdominal fat is not only visually unappealing to some, but it also increases your heart disease risk.  Learn how stress increases the production of cortisol and stimulates abdominal fat deposits, plus what you can do to stop it.]]></description>
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<title>Lower Your Blood Pressure, Cut Sodium Intake</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 09:41:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How much salt is too much?  Learn tips to reduce your salt intake and what exactly is the difference between table salt and sodium.]]></description>
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<title>How to Raise HDL - The Good Cholesterol</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 11:21:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Learn how to raise HDL (good) cholesterol to reduce your heart disease risk.  Finally, something you don't have to restrict!]]></description>
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<title>Low Cholesterol Diet - Cut the Fat, Save the Flavor!</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2008 16:20:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Let's say you are trying to lower high cholesterol, but resistant to giving up the treats you love. I want to give you some simple tips for modifying recipes and baked goods to make them more heart healthy without sacrificing the taste.    Here is a short table with basic substitutions to reduce fat and calories in some of your favorite foods while maintaining the flavor you enjoy.]]></description>
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<title>Does Green Tea Lower Heart Disease Risk?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2008 14:06:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you debating drinking green tea as a way to lower your cholesterol levels and reduce your heart disease risk?  Do you want to know if green tea really does lower cholesterol?]]></description>
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<title>Your Checklist to Lower Cholesterol</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 07:58:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you confused by what steps you should take to lower cholesterol?   Here's a checklist of the top 8 things you must do if you want to successfully lower your cholesterol and keep it low.]]></description>
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<title>Making Sense of Cholesterol Ratios, Lipid Profiles and Your Heart Disease Risk Scores</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 07:36:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Tired of not understanding your cholesterol lab results?  You'll soon learn what the totals, ratios, and scores all mean.]]></description>
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<title>Use the Metabolic Window in Your Quest For Heart Health</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 13:23:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I recommend strength training as the best way to boost your metabolism and promote heart health. Now, let's make sure you are fueling your body right to build the muscle you desire.]]></description>
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<title>Boost Your Metabolism For Better Heart Health</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 13:22:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you know boosting your metabolism is one way to lose weight and be heart healthy?  Are you ready to learn how to boost your metabolism?  Read on.]]></description>
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<title>A Heart Friendly Starbucks?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:15:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I may have some good news for Starbucks lovers. Normally, the high sugar, high fat, high calorie beverage and menu items offered by Starbucks are reasons to steer clear of this coffee house if you're struggle to lower triglycerides, lower cholesterol, or shed extra pounds.]]></description>
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<title>Why Eating Breakfast Equals Weight Loss</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:08:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Don't have time to eat breakfast?  Don't feel hungry in the morning?   You've heard it before and you'll hear it again - breakfast is the most important meal of the day.  There's just no way around it.  Maybe it'll be easier to make breakfast a priority if you understand the physical reasons why it's so important.]]></description>
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<title>Omega 3's - How Much to Lower Cholesterol?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2008 11:16:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you using omega 3 fatty acids to lower cholesterol?  Do you know how much you need to be effective?  Read on and I'll tell you.]]></description>
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<title>Lower Cholesterol - How to Use Dietary Fiber to Lower Cholesterol</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:35:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you know how dietary fiber can lower cholesterol?  I give you 4 tips on how to use dietary fiber to work for you, so you can be heart healthy and lower cholesterol!]]></description>
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<title>Omega 3's - Top 5 Sources to Lower Cholesterol</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 11:49:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Have you considered using omega 3's to lower cholesterol?  If you're struggling to lower cholesterol, here are the top 5 omega 3 sources that'll help you.]]></description>
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<title>Blood Pressure - 9 Steps to Rein in a Skyrocketing Blood Pressure</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:01:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you combating high blood pressure? Fortunately, you don't always need medications to lower your blood pressure. Here are 9 sure-fire steps you can take to start dropping your blood pressure and avoid or reduce your need for medication.]]></description>
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<title>Lower Cholesterol - Get a Grip on Fatty Acids</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:15:31 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Unless you have been living under a rock, you have probably heard the term fatty acids. But, do you understand what they are and how the right ratio will improve your heart health? I intend to clear up the confusion.]]></description>
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<title>9 Pounds Every 11 Days? Don't Let Yourself Be Fooled</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2008 08:08:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Losing weight is not easy, so when you see a headline like the one above you want to believe it can be done. Unfortunately, I am here to tell you it is not that simple.]]></description>
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<title>Stop Wasting Money - Take Control of Your Health</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2008 16:43:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you come across a treadmill for a great discount price and decide - I need to exercise more; I'm not going to find a better price, why not? So, you now have this piece of equipment in a corner of your living room or bedroom collecting dust or acting as an expensive clothes rack. Why is it that your good intentions led no where?]]></description>
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<title>Corn - The Root of All Evil?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2008 16:48:41 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I recently listened to an interesting conversation related to corn. It was more a debate on corn's status as a vegetable, lack of nutritional value, and link to health problems (specifically diabetes and obesity). It was proposed that corn should be banned from production. The debate went on to suggest a comparison between corn and tobacco production and their similar impact on our society. Now, I am hoping some of this was argument just for arguments sake. What did this little yellow kernel ever do? I am stepping up in its' defense.]]></description>
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<title>Soda - The Triple Threat</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2008 16:35:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[My weakness is caffeine-free Diet Coke.  For me, soda and popcorn go hand-in-hand.  Well, even though I am drinking diet I have to remember I am not sitting pretty.  Soda affects tooth decay, tooth discoloration, and for those that do not choose diet, weight gain.]]></description>
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<title>The Butter Versus Margarine Debate</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2008 15:13:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This seems to be an area of confusion for many people. Some swear by butter only and others opt for margarine. Who is right? It is time to clear up the confusion.]]></description>
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<title>Nutrition Inventory - Are You Treating Yourself Right?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Feb 2008 13:22:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you know that every March since the 1970's we have been celebrating National Nutrition Month? For those in a healthcare profession this is a time extra emphasize is placed on nutrition education and getting the message out to you. How can you get the most out of this time focused on nutrition?]]></description>
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<title>Flaxseed - Whole Seed Vs Ground</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2008 11:18:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you getting all the benefits you can from your flaxseed? Read more to get the most from your supplement.]]></description>
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<title>Weight Loss - Getting Back on Track</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2008 16:03:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Remember your conviction to lose weight? What has happened? This article provides five simple ways to stay motivated and achieve your weight loss goals.]]></description>
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<title>All I Want For Christmas is - 5 Extra Pounds?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Nov 2007 11:07:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you want to avoid the traditional holiday weight gain? Follow these tips to enjoy the holidays without sacrificing your waistline.]]></description>
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<title>Magnesium - Important For Your Health</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2007 16:47:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Magnesium is not a mineral that tops discussions very often; however, magnesium is critical to over 300 bodily functions. Magnesium maintains normal muscle and nerve function, helps regulate blood sugar levels, promotes normal blood pressure and heart rhythm, maintains bone strength, and supports a healthy immune system.  Many people consume a diet low in magnesium receiving less than two-thirds of the recommended dietary allowance.]]></description>
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<title>Halloween Treat Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2007 08:34:49 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Here comes Halloween - are you ready?  For those dealing with health issues, such as heart disease or excess weight, Halloween may be a stressful time trying to balance a healthy diet with the influx of candy.  Follow these simple tips to enjoy the holiday and some sweets, too.]]></description>
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<title>Boost Physical Activity With a Twist on the Daily Routine</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2007 10:40:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You want to be more physically active, but how do you find the time?  And just how much activity do you have to do?  We now know that accumulating short bouts of activity throughout the day to reach a total of 30 minutes most days a week provides comparable benefits to completing 30 minutes of activity all at once.  There are many ways to increase your physical activity level by simply putting a twist on activities you already complete daily.]]></description>
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