Being physically active is important for your health. Adults who are physically active are less likely to develop some chronic diseases than adults who are inactive. Physical activity is any form of exercise or movement of the body that uses energy. People of all ages, shapes, sizes, and abilities can benefit from a physically active lifestyle. Start activities slowly and build up over time If you are just starting…
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Pot Roasted Beef
Ingredients 1 pound beef round roast, thawed 1⁄4 teaspoon salt 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper 1⁄2 teaspoon vegetable oil 8 red potatoes, peeled and quartered (or 2 cans, about 30 ounces, low-sodium sliced potatoes, drained) 2 turnips, peeled and quartered (or 1 can, about 15 ounces, low-sodium sweet potatoes, drained) 1⁄2 cup onion, chopped in 1-inch pieces 1⁄2 cup carrots, chopped in 1-inch pieces 1⁄2 cup low-sodium tomato juice Directions Preheat…
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Nutrition
Make Better Beverage Choices
What you drink is as important as what you eat. Many beverages contain added sugars and offer little or no nutrients, while others may provide nutrients but too much fat and too many calories. Here are some tips to help you make better beverage choices. Drink water Drink water instead of sugary drinks. Regular soda, energy or sports drinks, and other sweet drinks usually contain a lot of added sugar,…
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Soft Chicken Tacos
Ingredients 2 chicken breasts, thawed, skin and bone removed from each piece 1⁄2 teaspoon vegetable oil 1 teaspoon garlic, finely chopped 1⁄4 teaspoon salt 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper 2 teaspoons taco seasoning or chili powder (if you have it) 1 green pepper, sliced 1 medium onion, sliced 4 soft tortillas, 6-inch size 1⁄4 head Romaine lettuce, sliced thin 1⁄4 cup tomatoes, diced 4 teaspoons fresh tomato salsa (page 52) 1…
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Redo Your Coffee Shop Stop
Whether going to your local coffee shop is a daily ritual or a special weekend outing, consider these ways you can move toward better choices. Downsize your drink If a large coffee drink is your go-to, consider whether a smaller size would hit the spot. Do dairy right For lattes and cappuccinos, shift from whole milk to low-fat or fat-free (skim) milk to reduce the amount of saturated fat. Skip…
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