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We Are the Change that Will Stem the Latino Obesity Rate

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Latino obesity has become a legacy. Growing up in the South Bronx, my family and I lived in a food desert. We did not have access to fresh, quality fruits and vegetables. Our vegetables consisted of canned corn and beets. And, many common…
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From Golden Delicious to Gala: 15 Lessons Your Kid Can Learn Just from Apple Picking

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Autumn is really an incredible season. From the falling leaves to football, the chill in the air to warm cider—it’s the perfect time of year for family fun. It’s also the ideal time to for apple picking. Why should you? Scholastic says,…
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Oh, Shuck You: 15 Things to Know About Eating Oysters

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No one is neutral about eating oysters. Most people either obsess over them or can’t stand the thought of them. But just as fall is time to enjoy pumpkins and crisp apples, September marks the time oysters, too, make their appearance on…
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Wet & Wild: 12 Reasons to Try Aqua Zumba this Year

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The exercise phenomenon, Zumba, was born in Colombia when Alberto Perez forgot to bring the tapes (it was the 90s) for the aerobics class he was teaching. In a pinch, he used some salsa and merengue music instead and a workout craze was born.…
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Knead Time: 15 Things to Consider Before Foam Rolling Yourself

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You're a fitness nut, you're in excellent shape and you're careful about what you put into your body. You make every effort to take care of yourself, so naturally you should feel good. Right? Sadly, it's not that simple. If you feel tight…
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Breast of Friends: 20 Ways to Support a Friend Diagnosed with Breast Cancer Memorable

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month so it’s the perfect time to learn about supporting a friend with breast cancer in addition to supporting research and early detection efforts. Since it’s the second most commonly diagnosed cancer…
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Trend Setting: 10 Halloween Activities to Try Instead of Trick-or-Treating

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Are you desperate for some Halloween activities for kids that aren't trick-or-treating? Depending on where you live, letting your kids go trick-or-treating at night might be scarier than all those goblins and monsters running around on Halloween.…
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Home Grown: 12 Ways to Make Healthy Pizza in Your Own Kitchen

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Pizza is what we like to call Perfect Food. It’s quick and easy, tastes great and most Americans eat it at least once a month. Since 1984, October has been designated National Pizza Month. In celebration of our favorite Italian pie, grab…
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Time In: 15 Ways to Set Your Intentions for Winter

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The winter solstice, on December 21, is coming up quick. It’s the shortest day of the year, of course, so you’re going to feel pressed for time—aside from that, most cultures see this day as a symbol of rebirth. From this point in the…