Nutri-Know: It’s what’s IN the calories a well as the number of calories

Nutritional Knowledge You Can Use

Are you trying to change your body composition (read that: lose weight)? The number of calories in vs calories out is very important, but you also must look at the ingredients of some of the processed foods that you consume.  I’m not talking about the Nutrition Facts – rather, the INGREDIENTS.

The ingredients that make up the calories have possibly been a cause of health and weight problems for many years (i.e. too much sugar, artificial flavors or sweeteners, trans fats, etc).

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Fitness Fun & Facts: It’s not the miles, it’s the maintenance!

Have you ever wondered how old the aircraft in which you are flying is?  Or how about how many miles are on that antique car that just passed you.

The average age of commercial jet aircraft is 11 years however according to Airsafe.com there are numerous aircraft that have been flying for 20, 25, or 30+ years.  Ever wonder now many air miles they have flown?

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