Famefit

When I taught Pilates, women of a certain age were really only interested in working on their backsides. With three pieces of spring-loaded equipment and the Pilates mat repertoire at my disposal, it was easy to fill a 55-minute session with ass-kicking moves, but I didn’t understand the rear obsession . [...]

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Chinese parsley, the crop of coriander, or plain old cilantro – no matter what you call it, the small, green leafed plant is not only delicious, but also chock-full of nutritional value. While some see it as a simple garnish, I look for nearly every chance to incorporate the tasty herb into my meals. [...]

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If you’re fickle with your gym routine, here’s one move you should consider adding to most of your workouts: step-ups. The simple act of hauling your body up one step for 20 reps is great for your legs and lungs, and here are three reasons to love this move.

Cardio: There’s a reason step aerobics were so popular in the ’90s; stepping up onto something raises your heart rate quite nicely. [...]

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Next to tomatoes, mangoes are my favorite Summer produce. I love the sweetness of this fruit; it also doesn’t hurt that it’s packed with nutritional goodness too. And even though a mango tastes great on its own, there are a lot of tasty ways to eat it. [...]

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Last week, YumSugar had a box of kiwis up for grabs, but she was having trouble finding any takers. Kiwis are a polarizing fruit, but they’re definitely a healthy food worth trying.
This fuzzy-skinned fruit is packed with vitamin C: one medium kiwi contains about 70.5 mg of C, just slightly less than one medium orange. [...]

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I am in produce heaven right now. Since it’s Summer, the farmers markets in my area are full of fruits and veggies in every color you can imagine. For good reason everyone is going sort of crazy for strawberries and cherries. But what about the oft-neglected blackberry? Despite it being a pretty yummy fruit, blackberries are usually the last of the baskets to be picked up whenever I hit the market. [...]

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You can find celery pretty much year round, but did you know that it’s in season right now? I used to think of it as a rather dull vegetable, but lately, I’ve cultivated a new appreciation for its flavor and function.
I’ve heard that you actually burn more calories chewing celery than you consume by eating it, which is almost true. [...]

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Join the ranks of Katy Perry and get your heart rate up with a little jump rope. Common in elementary schools and boxing gyms, jumping rope is a great cardio workout that also challenges your coordination, balance, and agility. Also a great calorie burner – you’re moving your own body weight against gravity – jumping rope tones your calves, thighs, back, abs, shoulders, arms, and bum. [...]

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Growing up in Hawaii, I was sort of spoiled. In my backyard we had papaya, avocado, coconut, and passion fruit trees. The best part? They were there when we moved in! And in a tropical climate like Hawaii, these trees need little in the way of cultivation – they just kind of hang out and take care of themselves. [...]

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Depending on where you live, finding good Winter produce can be difficult – this is especially true on the East Coast. Around this time of year, farmers markets lose a bit of lushness and start resembling outdoor root cellars. However, hidden amongst the piles of potatoes, carrots, and turnips is one of my most favorite vegetables ever: broccoli rabe, aka rapini. [...]

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