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• Eating More Superfoods

  You have probably heard a lot about superfoods the past few years, but do you know what they are and why they are important? Superfoods are certain foods that are densely packed with essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Eating superfoods may reduce the risk of chronic disease, increase longevity, and help you lose…
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  • May 7, 2015

• Eating Healthy on the Go

  

  Committing to a healthy eating plan is hard enough, but what if you have a busy, on-the-go schedule? It may be tempting to stop at fast food drive-thrus or eat vending machine food, but don’t be tempted by all that fat, sugar, and salt. There are healthy alternatives that are portable and easy to eat if you’re constantly on the run.

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  • April 28, 2015

• Neighbors News and Upcoming Events

  We’ve got some exciting events coming up, and we’re looking forward to seeing you there, neighbor. McDonald's Houston Children's Festival On March 28 and 29, the McDonald’s Houston Children’s Festival will feature fun for the entire family. With seven stages full of entertaining acts, eleven family adventure zones, and over 300 fun activities, it’s the…
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  • February 18, 2015

• A Little Valentine’s Day Every Day with Healthy Chocolate

  Somewhere along the line, chocolate got a bad reputation, particularly for causing weight gain. But dark chocolate, in moderation, is actually a very healthy choice for a sweet treat. If you’re having chocolate this Valentine’s Day, or any day for that matter, you don’t need to feel bad about it. Here’s why. Chock-Full of Nutrients…
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  • February 17, 2015

• Keep Allergies at Bay

  While folks in other parts of the country are digging their cars out of the snow and salting the roads due to ice, Texans can now start enjoying mild, warmer weather and sunnier days. Though the start of spring weather is enjoyable for lots of reasons, it does mean that soon the dreaded allergy season will…
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  • February 16, 2015

• Make Your Favorite Comfort Foods Healthy

  

  When the weather is chilly and all we want to do is crawl under a blanket, we also want to indulge in our favorite comfort foods to make that warm, fuzzy feeling last. Unfortunately, these dishes are usually not very healthy and can leave us feeling sluggish and maybe with a few extra pounds. Luckily, there are ways to make classic comfort foods a little healthier and still delicious.

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  • January 13, 2015

• Matcha Tea: The New Health Food of 2015

  

  Chances are, if you have read any health blogs or articles, you have probably heard about matcha tea. Still, you may not know exactly what it is or why it’s the next big health food. Matcha tea is the dried leaves of green tea ground into a powder. Unlike most forms of green tea, farmers cover the leaves with a heavy cloth for three weeks before they are harvested in May.

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  • January 8, 2015

• Mueller ER 4th Annual Holiday Charity Toy Drive

  

  On Saturday, December 13, 2014, the Mueller Neighbors Emergency Center participated in the 4th Annual Holiday Charity Toy Drive. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., children and their families donated new or gently used unwrapped toys so that children in need can have a toy to open on Christmas Day.

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  • December 23, 2014

• Healthy Soup Recipes for Winter

  

  It is officially winter, which means most people want to put the salads on hold for something more hearty and warm. If eating soup usually means pouring it out of can and heating it up in the microwave, we challenge you to put down the can opener and try these easy and healthy recipes.

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  • December 22, 2014

• Stay Energized During the Holidays

  

  This is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but most of us are overwhelmed with parties, shopping, and family obligations that it’s hard to enjoy the holiday season. Even though Christmas Day is almost here, and New Years Eve will follow shortly thereafter, that doesn’t mean you’re any less stressed. It seems the closer we get to the big holidays, the more frazzled we get. Here are some easy tips to give you more energy as you enter the holiday home stretch.

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  • December 21, 2014

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