According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), pregnant women should aim for approximately 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity every week. Benefits of staying active during pregnancy include a reduction of back pain, reduced risk of gestational diabetes and cesarean delivery, and promoting healthy weight gain throughout the pregnancy. BUT, there is one major caveat to this recommendation……
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Smoothie bowls are a delight to add to my regularl breakfast routine. They do take a bit longer to put together in the morning than say a bowl of cereal, but knowing that I am starting the day with a high-quality, healthy meal, is worth an extra 5 minutes in the morning. The other thing I love about smoothie bowls…
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Let’s face it, whether it’s your first pregnancy or you’ve done this a few times before, the first trimester is no walk in the park. Seeing the positive test is one of the most wonderful things I have ever experienced, and I cannot wait to meet our future bundle of joy! However, between the morning sickness and the fatigue, pregnancy…
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Ever since I received my first dog catalog from Orvis, I thumb through each page admiring all of the products they offer for dogs. The list of products I want for my dog from Orvis is almost endless; however, the one thing that has always caught my eye is their selection of dog beds. They looked great in the catalog…
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When my husband and I were first dating, we were two busy, dirt poor graduate students who were still attempting to eat somewhat healthy. Between my hours in the research lab and his class schedule, the time we had left to cook and actually eat together was anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour. As someone who loves to cook,…
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