Compared to flaxseeds (a rich source of omega-3s), chia seeds provide more alpha-linolenic acid (or ALA), a type of omega-3 that fights inflammation. They’re also rich in calcium and pack 11 grams of fiber per ounce. Once eaten, chia seeds swell,…

Salt increases blood pressure, boosting your risk of heart disease and stroke. Eat more fruits and vegetables, read nutrition labels and steer clear of products with high sodium content.

Doing your crunches or sit-ups on a stability ball works more muscle fibers than doing those same reps on the floor because your ab muscles are constantly contracting as you curl forward. On an unsteady surface you use more muscles…

Sure, you know you should eat more broccoli and blueberries. Try these 5 under-the-radar superfoods to have an even healthier diet http://fitm.ag/sYdZdH

Serves 2

• 8-10 ounces wild salmon, cut into 6 even strips (roughly 1/2 thick and 4 inches long)
• 3 large collard greens
• 2 nori sheets (each sheet cut into 8 rectangles)
• 1 carrot, thinly sliced
• 1 small fennel

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Surviving Holiday Eating Tempatations

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Work your Chest . Sit down on bench with dumbbells resting on lower thigh. Kick weights to shoulder and lie back. Position dumbbells to sides of chest with bent arm under each dumbbell. Press dumbbells up with elbows to sides…

When it comes to turkey, do you go for the dark or white meat? Take a look to see which delivers the most nutritional valuehttp://www.fitnessmagazine.com/blogs/fitstop/2011/11/15/healthy-eating/dark-meat-vs-white-meat-turkey/