
AlaVie Fitness Who knew that cucumbers could help you look younger? Check out these age-defying eats, courtesy of Women's Health:
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Get perfect skin with these foods for skin

AlaVie Fitness Dr. Oz says to go bananas: "Eating a banana every day facilitates both cross talk among your brain cells and the effect of certain neurotransmitters such as serotonin and its precursors. These two effects may mean that eating a banana a day helps keep the therapist away by preventing recurring minor depression. Plus, b...esides coffee, bananas are our largest dietary source of antioxidants."

AlaVie Fitness Looking for a healthy holiday dessert that you can make ahead? Try these chocolate coconut meringues:
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These are especially light and airy, and they smell wonderful as they bake, then cool in the oven. The recipe was a finalist in this year's crop of reader-submitted cookie recipes in December's Eating Well magazine. ...

AlaVie Fitness One motivator for sticking with your workouts over the long haul is to have a body composition test every 2 months. "Tangible results are the best motivator," says Tim Kuebler, C.S.C.S., a trainer in Kansas.

AlaVie Fitness How about a little healthy breakfast? Until this Friday, 12/11, Jamba Juice is selling steel-cut oats for $1 if you print out this coupon and bring it with you...
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AlaVie Fitness Can you give your muscles a better workout simply by changing your shoes? The New York Times explores the benefits of FitFlops and other body-toning footwear:
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Muscle-activating shoes claim to tone legs and buttocks while you walk. But do they bring results you can see?

AlaVie Fitness Monday morning tip, courtesy of Fitness Mag: When you take the stairs, go at them two at a time - as long as you're not wearing heels. The quick bursts of power activate your legs' fast-twitch muscle fibers, which burn more calories than slow-twitch fibers. Plus, you'll be using a part of your muscles that commonly doesn't get enough action.

AlaVie Fitness Fresh ideas for your Thanksgiving leftovers, courtesy of Eating Well:
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If you are lucky enough to have leftovers after Thanksgiving, here are some simple recipes to put your turkey (and chicken) to good use.

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Check out 5 links to healthy Thanksgiving recipes and Turkey Day events here: http://alaviefitness.com/newsletter_nov2 009.php

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You're cordially invited to say no to holiday weight gain and come out to our special Nov/Dec sessions in San Mateo. We'll be working out during Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's week. Join us - you deserve to spend the season feeling fabulous! http://www.alaviefitness.com/view_camps. php?location=BASMCP

AlaVie Fitness Beverages to rev up your performance in your workout and in your life:
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Skip the sugary drinks when you're not working out. Sip on one of these beverages that help you replenish nutrients and repair muscles.

AlaVie Fitness How to be someone who never gets sick: http://tinyurl.com/l6bnzq

AlaVie Fitness You can find superfoods in the most unlikely incarnations:
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These common, unsuspecting foods are nutritional Clark Kents — they may look weak and ineffectual, but under their humble facades, they’re ready to soar.

AlaVie Fitness Happy Hallowe'en weekend to you! How about some pumpkin quick bread?
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Enjoy a moist and chewy spiced Pumpkin Loaf which is healthy and low fat. Wheat bran adds texture to the bread while the spices make it aromatic and flavorful.



















