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Roasted Beets with Salmon and Broccoli

Serving Size: ~1 salmon fillet, ½ cup cooked beets, and 1 cup cooked broccoli

Yields: Approximately 2 servings

First Line Therapy Servings: 3-4 ounces protein, 2 non-starchy vegetables, 1 starchy vegetable, 2 fat (add 1 more fat if garnish with 1/8 avocado)

Recipe

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Finding Time for Exercise

“Save the excuses. It’s not about “having” time. It’s about making time. If it matters, you will make the time.”- THEGOODVIBECO.

Even if an individual is aware of the endless benefits associated with regular exercise sometimes “life gets in the way” and we

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Mediterranean Diet

May is the National Mediterranean Diet Month! However, just because May is the National Mediterranean Diet month does not mean we shouldn’t focus on eating this way year-round.

Here at Healthy Living Dallas we encourage a modified Mediterranean Diet. What does this

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The Benefits of Exercise

The world health organization recommends adults aged 18–64 should do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity throughout the week or do at least 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity throughout the week. Muscle-strengthening activities should be done involving major

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Eat The Colors of the Rainbow

When we say, “eat the colors of the rainbow” we do mean this

   and NOT              

Phytonutrients: This term refers to the several thousands of different, healthful, non-nutritive compounds (meaning they don’t supply calories like carbs,

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Are You at Risk for Heart Attack or Stroke?

 

May is the American Stroke Awareness month.

You may be at increased risk of stroke if you have a family history of stroke or any of the following medical conditions:

• High blood pressure
• Obesity
• High triglycerides
• Elevated homocysteine levels
• Low levels

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Inflammation: Causes & Interventions

Part of our extensive bloodwork at Healthy Living Dallas is an inflammatory panel. One of the markers we monitor is called highly sensitive C-reactive protein or (hs-CRP). C-reactive protein measures general levels of inflammation in your body. In the sensitive format that

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Omega-3 and Omega-6 Ratio- Why Does it Matter?

Lipids (commonly called ‘Fats’) are a diverse group of molecules- learn more about how our ratio of various types of fats are important to maintaining health.

Since lipids (fats) are the primary component of the membrane that surrounds each cell in our bodies, it’s no wonder that the intake of healthy fats helps our bodies

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Product of the Quarter: The KAM Device

Our activity monitoring systemconsists of two components: The KAM (Kinetic Activity Monitor) and the MyFLTtools website. This system is proven to increase motivation and physical activity. An added bonus is that your healthcare team can see your information too every time you dock

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Let’s Get Physical !

Did you know that between 70-90% of deaths from chronic illnesses in the U.S. are believed to be caused by poor nutrition, sedentary living, and tobacco use. One of the best ways to prevent the development of chronic illness is to engage

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