October 2010

The McDonald’s Monopoly Mistake!

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Let me start by saying, yes I have played the McDonald’s Monopoly game…and yes it was a MISTAKE!  My sister and I, back in high school, would go to McDonald’s almost everyday after basketball practice to play their game.  It was a thrill to super-size everything and see if you won a prize.  We never did win […]

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The Joy of Apple Picking

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Have your ever been to an apple orchard? It can be a great way to enjoy the fall season, teach your family about healthy eating, and get in some physical activity!  This past weekend, I went apple picking for the first time at Curtis Orchard.  I went with two of my friends from grad school Emily […]

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Don’t Let Your Candy Consumption Spook You This Halloween!

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With Halloween coming up, many of us are beginning to start our holiday season with all of the sugary, high-calorie treats displayed at home, work, and social events.  As an adult, it is hard to maintain healthy eating habits and proper weight management through New Year’s Day.  It is possible, but the first hurdle you […]

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Crossing the Finish Line with Good Nutrition

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With the Chicago Marathon coming up on October 10th, I have been receiving many questions pertaining to adequate nurtition and hydration for endurance events.  Adequate nutrition and hydration before, during, and after a race or physical activity is very important.  It is imperative to begin a race or other types of physical activity well hydrated.  Hydration makes the difference between optimal performance and sub-par performance.  Carbohydrates are stored in the muscle […]

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