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Eat Like an Athlete
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Second In A Series Featuring Local Charities Making A Difference
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Start Today Nutritiously
Feeling Rushed Every Morning? Bake a Batch and Enjoy All Week Long.
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Eat Like an Athlete
Let Your Plate Give You A Competitive Edge Even Before the Starting Whistle. Article by Trevor Gere Athletes, even "weekend warriors", always look for an edge. Training, recovery (including plenty of sleep), mental well-being, positive thoughts and healthy nutrition are all part of the plan. Peak performance starts with healthy eating, and that includes consuming whole foods instead of processed foods. If it comes in a box, bag or wrapped in plastic, eat sparingly. The energy needs of...
September 2024
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Start Today Nutritiously
Feeling Rushed Every Morning? Bake a Batch and Enjoy All Week Long. Article and Photography by Michael Beightol Here’s a healthy muffin recipe full of eggy and veggie goodness that’s packed with protein power. Whip up a batch; enjoy some now, and refrigerate or freeze the rest for a grab-and-go breakfast all week long. When testing this recipe, we substituted broccoli and cauliflower with spinach, red, yellow & green sweet peppers, and white onion. We also added a healthy splash of hot sauce...
September 2024
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Devour These Books
Set Phasers to Salivate: Six Guides For Better Home Dining. Article and Photography by Michael Beightol and Stephen Neilson Cookbooks are as essential to family chef as a sharp knife. They provide an endless source of practical knowledge and inspiration. The best cookbooks transport us to places and tastes we want to experience. We’ve assembled a selection of cookbooks here that not only whet the appetite, but stand-up to the notion that a good meal is both transcendent and a heartfelt...
September 2024
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Saving Lives
Second In A Series Featuring Local Charities Making A Difference Article and Photography by Michael Beightol The GPF Foundation was established through an outpouring of love by close friends and the Friedman family to honor the memory of Gregory Paul Friedman. Its mission is to support education, appropriate treatment and overall awareness of the dangers related to recreational drugs. Most people are unaware of the potentially life-threatening risks associated with recreational substance use...
September 2024
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