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Popular diet and exercise myths

Today, I’d like to dispel some rather popular myths with regard to diet and exercise. Following some of these will not only hinder progress, but ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Thursday, March 16, 2017 10:00 pm

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Fruits: Fun facts and health benefits

Most folks agree we all need several servings of fruits and vegetables each day. The amounts I recommend are: For children 2-8 years: 1 to ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Thursday, March 9, 2017 10:00 pm

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A different approach to junk food

Now that the Super Bowl’s over, it’s time to slip back into my post-football depression for about seven months, until the new season begins. Folks ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Thursday, March 2, 2017 10:00 pm

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Items to have in stock in your pantry

Preparing meals can sometimes be burdensome for many reasons including time, expense, variety, hardiness and appeal issues associated with formulating daily fare. Today, I’d like ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Thursday, February 16, 2017 10:00 pm

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The real skinny on fat cells

As a personal trainer and nutritionist, one of my most important jobs is to educate my clients. The more they know about how their bodies ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Thursday, February 2, 2017 10:00 pm

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Four fat-fighting nutrients for better health

While it’s true we need a full spectrum of nutrients for our good health, I’d like to share with you four nutrients that will not ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Thursday, January 26, 2017 10:00 pm

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Winter whites

One popular trend in nutrition today is to stay away from white foods. These are foods like white bleached flour, pastas, breads, crackers, cereals, and ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Thursday, January 19, 2017 10:11 pm

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Weight training is beneficial for all ages

Over the years I have served as head strength coach to many teams and agencies. I have worked with individual athletes in sports including football, ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Thursday, January 12, 2017 10:00 pm

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Tips for starting, following through on fitness resolutions

It’s that time of year again. Time to celebrate a new year! Folks have practiced this for thousands of years. For the western world, it ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Thursday, January 5, 2017 10:00 pm

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What is fiber and why does our body need it?

As a nutritionist, it’s not only my job to make sure my clients make progress, but to educate them on how to stay healthy as ... Read more

by Dave Crocker, Thursday, December 29, 2016 10:00 pm

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