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Diabetes: Nutrition and Health

Pre-diabetes is a term used for people who are at increased risk for developing diabetes. People with prediabetes have blood glucose levels that are higher than normal but not high … See more

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Physical Activity for Health

WEBTo get the most health benefits, adults should partake in 150 to 300 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity per week. OR partake in 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous …

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The Gut Microbiome and Health

WEBThe vast array of microorganisms that coexist with the human host is also referred to as the microbiota. The human microbiota contains approximately 100 trillion microorganisms. …

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Community Health – Boulder County Extension

WEBThe Community Health program is a section of public health that gathers science-based information on health and wellbeing and shares it with the local community. This allows …

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Eating Well for a Healthy Pregnancy

WEBA healthy diet before, during, and after pregnancy provides necessary nutrients for both mother and baby. The components of a healthy diet include plenty of fruits, vegetables, …

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Understanding and Selecting Sourdough for Health Benefits

WEBIn addition to potential health benefits, lactic acid bacteria in sourdough help limit the growth of harmful microorganisms—including mold—to naturally delay staleness and …

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Dietary Fat and Cholesterol

WEBFats and cholesterol can help keep our bodies healthy or they can promote disease. the amounts, types and family history are the key. there are three types of fat: saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated. Fats and cholesterol can affect blood cholesterol levels. An elevated blood cholesterol level is a risk factor for heart disease. Most …

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Functional Foods for Health – 9.391

WEBPrint this fact sheet. by N. Litwin, J. Clifford, and S. Johnson* (3/18) Quick Facts… The term functional foods is used to describe foods or food ingredients that provide health …

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Nutrition and Oral Health

WEBThe relationship between diet and oral health is highly related as good nutrition has a role in preventing tooth decay and gum disease, while the health of our teeth and gums …

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Women's Health Issues

WEBMenopause is considered a critical time for bone health. Most women experience a rapid loss of bone mass in the first five years following menopause. Diet and exercise are two …

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Diet and Cancer Prevention

WEBA healthful diet, healthy weight maintenance, and minimization of exposure to carcinogens present in food can help with cancer prevention. The following list contains key dietary …

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Nutrition and Aging

WEBTo stay healthy adults should eat a variety of foods. Calcium, fiber, iron, protein and vitamins A, B 12, C and folacin in the diet or in supplement form become more important as people age. To reduce calories, select nutrient-dense foods. Foods high in fat, sugar and sodium should be chosen less often and in small portions.

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Updating Food Preparation to Promote Health – 9.316

WEBWhen completely substituting whole-wheat for white flour, use 7/8 cup whole-wheat flour for 1 cup of white flour. Add extra fruits and vegetables to recipes. Add fruits to muffins, …

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Dietary Supplements: Vitamins and Minerals – 9.338

WEBThe current food environment can be complicated, given the multitude of choices and purchasing options available for consumers. Many individuals are left questioning the best way to obtain vitamins and minerals, as a variety of options are available - including whole foods, multivitamins and multiminerals, as well as individual dietary supplements.

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Weight Management

WEBWeight management continues to be a major concern for many Americans. According to data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey in 2015-2016, the …

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Healthy Roots and Healthy Trees

WEBControl and Prevention. The most effective way to reduce the possibility of root injury and disease is to keep the tree healthy and vigorous. A healthy root environment consists of …

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Small Steps to Health and WealthTM olorado

WEBSmall Steps to Health and WealthTM olorado olorado State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and olorado counties cooperating. SU Extension programs are available to …

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Small Steps to Health and Wealth olorado

WEBSmall Steps to Health and WealthTM olorado Make Progress Every Day Use this Make Progress Every Day Worksheet to plan how you will make daily progress toward your …

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Nutrition Misinformation: How to Identify Fraud and

WEBHealth fraud is defined as misrepresentation of health claims, and can range from a self-proclaimed medical expert who has discovered a so-called “miracle cure,” to …

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids

WEBThe three main omega-3 fatty acids are: alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). ALA comes from plants. …

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Planning Worksheet

WEBSmall Steps to Health and WealthTM olorado Planning Worksheet I can avoid obstacles to my health goals by: I can avoid obstacles to my wealth goals by:

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Small Steps to Health and Wealth olorado

WEBSmall Steps to Health and WealthTM olorado Energy and Money alance Worksheet Strategies to Increase/Decrease My alorie Intake: Order a smaller size coffee latte than I …

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