It’s no secret that obesity is a problem in this country — a big problem. It’s an epidemic. But there’s “good” news for folks in the state of Vermont. A new study out of Washington D.C. pegs Vermont among the “least obese” states at 22.8 percent obesity. With nearly 1 in 5 Vermonters obese,  this is a dubious honor at best. (Mississippi, at nearly 34 percent obesity, came in dead last for the sixth year in a row.)

Surprise! The FDA says antibiotics in livestock affects human health — and not in a good way.  Though it is more expensive, try and opt for the organic, grass-fed variety when possible. Or cut out the middle man altogether and try getting meat and produce from a local farm near you.

Hydration in the hot summer months is important for all of us.  Here’s an article on that very topic from a local Jersey guy, Tim Reynolds, on how to keep your tank full this summer.

Also, be sure to check out my post from earlier this week on the Mighty Blueberry!  Turns out there’s more to this fruit than just great taste…

Can you really exercise up to 16 percent longer by drinking…beet juice?  Yep…that’s the story.  Now, I can’t say I’ve ever had the stuff straight up before.  I can’t imagine it would taste all that good.  But, back in my juicing days, I would blend just about every nasty tasting vegetable out there with apples…and it would taste great for some reason.  Apples are the key.

In the Daily Life Wellness recipe department, I just found one for grilled chicken with a walnut pesto sauce on Everyday Paleo.  It’s awesome, and easy.  Just make sure your food processor is in good working order.  Check it out.

That’s all for now.

To all my friends here in the ‘States, enjoy a healthy holiday weekend!  See you next week.

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