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    Wednesday, April 24, 2013  You’ve probably also heard about eating a “rainbow” of different colors of fruits and vegetables.  That’s because each of the colors usually represent different nutrients -- from minerals for strong bones and muscle function to vitamins that help you get the most out of your energy systems and support a healthy immune system, or the array of protective phytonutrients.
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    Thursday, April 11, 2013  When additional nutrition and hydration are needed food should come first. However, sports drinks, bars and gels can be useful in supplementing an athlete’s meal plan immediately before, during, and after events.
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    Thursday, March 28, 2013  Exercise and sporting events, such as training runs and races lasting an hour or longer, may require mid-activity refueling.
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    Wednesday, March 13, 2013  Whether it’s St. Paddy’s Day, Friday night Happy Hour, dinner with friends, or other special occasions, alcohol is a regular part of socializing and celebrations in our culture. While alcohol, in moderation, has its health benefits, drinking can and does negatively affect athletic performance.
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    Tuesday, February 05, 2013  Miranda is a Registered Dietitian (RD), Certified LEAP Therapist (CLT)*, and Nutrition Consultant in her own Private Practice, Grand Traverse Nutrition, LLC.  She has extensive experience across a variety of areas in clinical dietetics, sports/performance nutrition, the pharmaceutical and food industry, and most recently corporate health and wellness promotion areas.
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