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Advocating for Healthy Communities

ACE Advocacy and Outreach   Imagine a world in which physical activity is the norm. Every individual has access to safe, affordable, and easily accessible opportunities to engage in physical activity where they live, work, go to school, play and worship. The National Physical Activity Plan—which includes a comprehensive set of policies, programs and initiatives…

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14 Easy Healthy Breakfast Ideas

Start the day right with these can’t-miss recipes. Lidey Heuck’s easy, one-bowl baked oatmeal is graciously adaptable. Christopher Testani for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. Published Jan. 27, 2025Updated Jan. 27, 2025 A good healthy breakfast should fill you up without making you sluggish and provide a base line of nutrients that…

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Healthy Fit-tech Habits Gone Bad

It always feels great to make positive steps toward improved health and fitness, and nowadays, fitness technology makes it even easier. But too much of a good thing could actually lead you down a path to less-healthy behaviors and outcomes. Here are tips for keeping your good intentions on track with three tech-related healthful habits…

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3 Foods for Healthy Skin

Fresh, younger-looking skin is something everyone can appreciate. And with summer around the corner, many of us are turning our attention to what we put on our skin to protect it from the elements. However, what we put in our body can be just as important as what we put on our body. The nutrients…

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3 Healthy Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes

Thanksgiving—a day we typically associate with over-indulgence in rich foods—is often followed by a day of regret. This year, transform those traditional heavier foods into something light and healthy to help minimize the likelihood of adding extra holiday pounds. Traditional Dish: Roasted Turkey with Gravy Next Day Transformation: Whole-wheat Turkey Scramble Traditional Dish: Cranberry Relish…

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Healthy Meals for Less Than $5

Who says that healthy eating has to be expensive? Some of the healthiest items in the market are also among the least expensive. Staples like brown rice, quinoa, beans, lentils and in-season fruits and vegetables are very easy on the wallet. The foods that drive up the market receipt are typically those found in boxes,…

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3 Healthy Vegetarian Recipes

October is Vegetarian Awareness Month. If you’ve been looking for a reason to incorporate more plant-based foods into your meal plans, there’s no time like the present.  If you still need a little more convincing to make the shift toward a meat-free diet, check out the benefits below, as well as a few fall favorite…

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