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  Pick the portion that’s best for you!

  Published on June 1, 2018
  2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines recommend that we reduce portions. Here are some tips to get started.

• Michigan Fresh website and fact sheets a wealth of information

  Published on May 31, 2018
  Michigan Fresh provides helpful information for selection, storage, and preserving our great state’s produce.

• Mindful eating tips to change old habits

  Published on May 25, 2018
  Develop more healthful eating habits and enjoy the foods you love to eat.

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  Caffeine, sugar and energy drinks

  Published on May 22, 2018
  Consuming energy drinks increases caloric consumption and may cause other problems due to caffeine especially for youth.

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  The prevention of cardiovascular disease with nutrition and physical activity

  Published on May 22, 2018
  Reducing saturated fat, trans fat and sodium with the addition of physical activity are among the recommendations of the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.

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  All sugars are not equal

  Published on May 21, 2018
  Be aware of added sugars and how they are disguised.

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  Flexibility exercises to do during television commercials

  Published on May 14, 2018
  Make a healthy decision during your television time by doing some flexibility exercises.

• Managing postural hypotension during exercise

  Published on April 30, 2018
  How to reduce the risk of blood pressure-related falls during physical activity.

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  Healthy snacks can be fast food

  Published on April 30, 2018
  Plan ahead for fast, healthy snacks when you have a busy lifestyle

• Sleep for the health of it

  Published on April 17, 2018
  Not only does a good night’s rest feel great, it also plays a vital role in our health.