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Sunday, November 13, 2005

A perfect food? Here are five good reasons it just might be lentils. 1) Lentils, a fine source of plant protein, don't take hours to cook, unlike other dried beans. 2) Lentils are rich in soluble fiber, which helps control blood cholesterol. 3) Lentils provide some calcium, iron and other trace minerals. 4) Lentils are one of the best sources for folic acid, a B vitamin critical for preventing neural tube defects. 5) Lentils may protect against some types of cancers and lower heart disease risk.


Here's one of the best arguments for daily aerobic exercise. Medical trials suggest that a daily dose of walking, biking, jogging, or swimming helps reduce the risk of heart disease, especially if that increased activity helps you lose weight. Research shows such exercise is the best way to raise HDLs, the "good" cholesterol that helps carry harmful fats out of your system.


Mix a creamier smoothie and get the healthy bonus of soy protein by using silken tofu instead of milk or yogurt as the base. Enjoy this quick recipe for a tasty, fruity soy shake: 3 - 4 oz. of silken tofu, 4 oz. 100% orange juice, frozen unsweetened strawberries, 1/2 medium banana, crushed unsweetened pineapple. Blend thoroughly and enjoy!


Enjoy friendly family competition. There aren't many activities more motivating than team competition. Join a father-son or mother-daughter softball league in your area. Or, sign them up for a kids-only league and volunteer as an assistant coach, so you can get out there on the field and practice with them. Make healthy living a family affair.

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