March 2, 2005
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Did You Know?
Beets are a good source of iron--a critical component for making hemoglobin in red blood cells. One cup of beets contains 10% of the recommended daily allowance of iron. Beets are also a good source of folate, which is also involved in the production of red blood cells.
 
Eat Smarter, Feel Better
By making healthy nutritional choices, you're creating a foundation for lifelong health benefits. Start with small changes that can yield big results.

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Put Breakfast Back into Your Morning
A healthy breakfast refuels your body and jump-starts your day. Select healthy options that fit your taste and lifestyle.

Healthy Ingredient Substitutions
What healthy exchanges can you make without affecting the taste or texture of your food? Try these suggestions for healthier meals and snacks.

Carbs: Cut through the Confusion
Low-carb options are everywhere, but do they fit into a healthy diet? And can a low-carbohydrate diet help you lose weight safely and permanently? 

In the News

Eating Breakfast May Do a Heart Good
Researchers found that when healthy women skipped their morning meal, they raised their cholesterol levels.  

Life Expectancy Hits Record High
Average life expectancy in the United States rose to a record 77.6 years in 2003, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  

More Exercise May Not Always Be the Answer
Getting more exercise may be key to staying healthy, but its effect on body fat may depend on whether the exerciser is male or female.

Wishing you good health,
The Mylifepath.com Team


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