For people seeking weight loss, a healthy diet and exercise are almost always the first prescriptions. When people hear this, some will justify unhealthy eating choices by adding in extra exercise.

What they don’t realize, however, is that eating healthy would give them more energy to exercise in the first place. That oomph, the “dig deep” type of motivation, is often not a product of a person’s grit, but of their diet.

A healthy diet impacts not only the waistline, but overall energy levels, sleep quality, and the “get-up-and-go” that helps us exercise.

Acute injuries are common among both youth and adults.

While they may not be completely preventable, there are ways to reduce the chances of acquiring an injury, such as training in body awareness and improving muscle tone. 

Managing these injuries requires a combination of both protecting the injured body part and optimizing healing. 

Whiplash injuries are common in car accidents, and they can be debilitating. When a person’s neck quickly moves from extension to flexion, whiplash occurs and can have lasting effects on the spine and muscles. To learn more about how whiplash works and how to treat it, read on.

From: foodnetwork.com

Asparagus is a potassium-rich vegetable that highlights the vibrancy of spring. By adding nutty barley and earthy mushrooms, the salad gets boosts of protein and healthy polysaccharides to leave you satisfied, but not overly stuffed.

Try this one out as your next side dish for a springtime brunch or dinner!

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Quiche is a delicious dish that can feed an army on a budget. You won’t miss the crust in this one with tasty ham and folate-rich cauliflower.

Making this dish is as easy as (no crust) pie! Just mix it all up, put it in the oven, and get back to enjoying family time.