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The quinoa flakes and almond meal provide an extra protein boost in this fig-filled dessert with a crumble topping. Find quinoa flakes in the cereal aisle at health food stores. The fig filling can be made a day or two ahead and with fresh or dried figs. Try the fig filling as a spread on whole-grain toast or crackers, too.
Fig Filling 1 p int fresh figs, chopped or 2 cups dried figs, chopped
1 cup apple juice 1/2 cup honey 1 tablespoon orange peel (optional) 1 teaspoon (tsp) cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt
Read MoreFresh figs are a summer treat in the United States, arriving in June and disappearing by September. Tree-ripened figs can be scored at some local farmers’ markets in California, where 100% of dried figs and about 98% of fresh figs are grown.
Read MorePotatoes get a nutritional boost when combined with millet in this filling casserole. The nutritional yeast lends a cheesy flavor, along with B vitamins. Look for yellow, large-flake nutritional yeast in the bulk section of your health food store. The preparation method of this recipe is based on a traditional Lebanese dish called kibbi.
Read MoreIf you must avoid gluten because of Celiac disease or if you’re interested in adding different whole grains to your diet, experiment with these gluten-free options. In their nutritional profiles, these ancient grains surpass the staples of wheat, corn, oats and rice in the American diet.
Read MoreSuper easy to whip together, this dairy-free fudge recipe features a surprising ingredient: black beans. Don’t be put off by the legumes—you won’t be able to taste them! The beans replace the milk and sugar in a traditional fudge recipe, while providing a decent amount of protein. Naturally sweet carob powder means very little sweetener is needed. Protect your sweetheart’s health with a batch of these for Valentine’s Day! 1 15-ounce can cooked black beans, drained and rinsed (or about 13/4 cups cooked beans)
Read MoreTeenagers who participate in weight-bearing activities may have stronger bones later in life, suggests a new study in the January 2009 issue of the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Japanese researchers examined the bone structure of 46 postmenopausal women, who were grouped according to their sport participation levels during the physically formative adolescent years (12-18 years).
Read MoreIf one of your clients had an eating disorder, would you
recognize it? If so, what would you do?
In a recent survey, 32% of fitness professionals correctly
indicated that a fictitious client, described in a case scenario, had anorexia
nervosa. Another 21% suspected an eating disorder, but felt that either it
would be outside their …
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You’re never too young to be physically active! The National Association for Sport & Physical Education (NASPE) recommends that infants should be encouraged to be physically active from the beginning of life. NASPE warns that confining babies and young children to strollers, playpens, car seats or infant seats for hours at a time may delay physical and cognitive development.
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April is National Sleep Awareness Month, and with nearly 70 million Americans affected by sleeping disorders, it’s likely that fitness professionals will encounter clients struggling with insomnia. Promoting the link between exercise and sound sleep may both wake up a new market and enhance the exercise benefits of current clients. For clients seeking to improve their sleep, keep in mind the following tips when designing an exercise program:
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Perhaps what is most frustrating about the rising number of people with diabetes, heart disease and obesity is the fact that in many cases exercise and diet can prevent these conditions. And prevention is more cost-effective than treatment, which is why partnerships between fitness facilities and hospitals are growing.
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While the number of Americans considered overweight or obese is on the rise, so is the number of Americans
who belong to health clubs. Memberships grew from 21 million in 1991 to 30.6 million in 1999, according to the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA). A consumer study sponsored by IHRSA found that health club members currently visit the gym an average of 89 times per year.
A new study indicates that older women who consume too much vitamin A may increase their risk of hip fracture. Researchers found that women with the highest total intake of vitamin A, from both fortified food and multivitamin supplements, had double the risk of hip fracture compared to women with the lowest intake. The study appeared in the January 2, 2002, issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Read MoreEver wonder which gives you a better cardio workout—a treadmill or an elliptical machine?
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Equipment-based combination classes are popular, not only because they offer participants variety, but also because they deliver an effective, time-efficient workout.
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