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The Role of Fiber in Disease Prevention & Condition Management

From gluten free and minimizing lectins, to intermittent fasting and keto diets, the internet is full of dietary recommendations promising to fix all of your health concerns. It can be so difficult to navigate which method to follow based on your own needs. Interestingly, almost all of the recommendations out there have some merit to them, but just because a…
March 1, 2024
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Avocado Pudding

You will never reach for a pudding pack again! This dessert is so decadent and it's one of our faves for controlling blood sugar with all the healthy fat from the avocado.
February 9, 2024
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Chocolate Recipe Roundup!

Who is ready for a month of chocolate!? February is here and along with it are all the chocolates and heart-shaped goodies. Our best advice for enjoying America's favorite flavor while also taking care of your body is to make your own tasty treats. Control the ingredients, the sugar content and the portions when you whip up some chocolatey goodness…
January 31, 2024
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Bouncing Back from the Holidays

The holidays were full of laughter and lights and … food. So much food. Take a moment to just check in with you body to notice if it feels perhaps a bit more sluggish? Bloated perhaps? Having more trouble getting out of bed than usual? Those are normal responses after we indulge, but when you’re feeling ready to feel normal…
December 28, 2023
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Meet Your Fitness Team!

We have an incredibly talented team of fitness professionals here at St. Jude Wellness Center that we would like to introduce you too! Anne-Margaret Tovar: Program Coordinator MS in Kinesiology w/ Emphasis in Gerokinesiology & Motor Behavior Certified Balance & Mobility Specialist FallProof! & FallProof H2O Certified Certified Instructor for Silver Sneakers & Arthritis Foundation   Tyson Reyes, Lead Exercise…
December 20, 2023
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10 Easy, High-Protein, Assembly-Only Snacks

Love to snack but hate the prep? Here are 10 high-protein snack options that come together in no time! Happy snacking! Salty Hard-Boiled Eggs: Ingredients: Hard-boiled egg and sea salt The ultimate high-protein snack. The sea salt really makes it satisfy. Look for pre-boiled eggs in most stores to take out cook time. Cottage Cheese with Pineapple: Ingredients: Cottage cheese…
December 20, 2023