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Introduction to Dietary Supplements
What are dietary supplements?  Read article

Supplements for Seniors
Normal aging brings metabolic changes. It’s a fact. How the changes affect each person individually is another story. Because there is no single food that supplies all the nutrients we need for health, it is very important to eat a well balanced food plan. However, anyone (generally) over the age of 50, may still need certain supplements, even if eating habits are good! Read article

The Bee's of Dietary Supplements
Dietary supplements can be really good when the diet can't provide all nutrients needed for health and well being. However, too much of a good thing can be hazardous to health. Read article

Dietary Supplements and Health Conditions
Do you take dietary supplements and have diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, high cholesterol or are overweight? Do you have more than one of these conditions? If you answered yes and have not discussed the supplements you actually consume, with your doctor, you may be at risk. Read article

Meal Planning
A well balanced supply of essential nutrients is needed for health and well being. Healthy eating begins with careful meal planning. Daily menus should include a well rounded balance of fats, proteins and carbohydrates. Read article

Meal Planning Choices
Provides tips for planning healthy meals.  Read article

Low Fat Cooking Methods
Refer to this list of flavorings to substitute high fat additives with low fat flavorings.  Read article

Grocery Shopping Tips
Read these tips to make your grocery shopping trip easier. 
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Skip Caffeine
If you are a coffee, tea or soda drinker and use them to get an energy boost from caffeine, you might be very interested in the results of recent research using healthy subjects. Read article


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