Nutrition and Exercise

Nutrition and Exercise

What to Eat Before a Run

Proper nutrition is a must especially when running or exercising, not only to keep a healthy diet, but also to get additional nutrients needed when exercising regularly. Here are some tips on foods to eat and foods to avoid leading up to and following a run.

Nutrition and Exercise

Lifestyle Tips for Healthy Aging

You can’t turn back time, but you can prepare for the future. With proper diet, exercise and rest, one can slow the signs of aging.

Chuck Gaidica with Vince McKinnon and Susan Okonkowski
Nutrition and Exercise

How to Test for Common Food Allergies

How do you know if you have a food allergy? Here are some life-changing tips to help you safely navigate your diet.

How to Test for Common Food Allergies
Nutrition and Exercise

Kick Off to a Healthy New Year

Eager to reach your health and fitness goals? Start the new year by gaining a fresh perspective on nutrition.

Kick off to a Healthy New Year

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