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By
STEPFANIER
, SparkPeople Blogger
11/23/2013
A round-up of the most interesting and thought-provoking stories of the week.
The Football Workout
Football fans will love this workout!
Self
Eating Nuts Tied to Fewer Cancer, Heart Disease Deaths
A handful of nuts a day could be making a larger impact on your health than you realize.
Reuters
Breakfast Plates around the World
An interesting peek into what people eat for breakfast around the world.
USA Today
13 Essential Kitchen Items For Anyone Trying To Get Healthier
Want to stock your kitchen with appliances and items to make healthy eating easier? Start with this list.
Mind Body Green
Coffee Maker Cooking: Brew Up Your Next Dinner
A neat story about how you can make healthy meals even when you don't have access to a full kitchen!
NPR
13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do
Want to toughen up mentally? Start here.
Lifehack
Drumroll, Please: How Band Camp Pays Off Later in Life
Band kids are getting the last laugh. Being a musician can slow cognitive declines.
Time
Love Your Legs Workout
Looking for a new lower-body workout? You'll love this one.
Fitness
Why French Kids Don't Have ADHD
One psychologist's thoughts on alternative treatments to medicating children.
Psychology Today
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