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March 10th, 2010 comments

Benefits of Regular Exercise

Stay healthy with exercise

In the age of technology, we’ve surrounded ourselves with electronic devices that make our lives so easy that we barely lift a finger to get things done. “Why walk to yogen früz when I can drive somewhere,” we rhetorically ask ourselves knowing that driving is faster. Yes, we save time but would it be better to walk to yogen früz and get exercise?

What are the actual benefits of exercise? Studies have show that the healthier we eat and the more exercise we get, the better our lives are. Below are 5 ways exercise can improve our lives.

  1. Exercise improves your mood.

    Exercise stimulates various brain chemicals that leave you feeling happier and more relaxed. You’ll also look better and feel better when you exercise regularly, which can boost your confidence and improve your self-esteem. Regular exercise can even help prevent depression.

  2. Exercise combats chronic diseases.

    Regular exercise can help you prevent, or manage, high blood pressure. Regular exercise boosts high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or “good,” cholesterol while decreasing triglycerides. Both combined keeps your blood flowing smoothly by lowering the buildup of plaques in your arteries.

  3. Exercise helps you manage your weight.

    When you exercise, you burn calories. The more intense the activity, the more calories you burn and the easier it is to manage your weight. You don’t even need to set aside major chunks of time for working out. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Walk to yogen früz during your lunch break. Do jumping jacks during commercials.

  4. Exercise boosts your energy level.

    When you exercise, oxygen and nutrients are delivered to your tissues. In fact, regular exercise helps your entire cardiovascular system and the circulation of blood through your heart and blood vessels work more efficiently. When your heart and lungs work more efficiently, you’ll have more energy to do the things you enjoy.

  5. Exercise promotes better sleep.

    A good night’s sleep can improve your concentration, productivity and mood during the day. Exercise can be the key to better sleep. Regular exercise can help you fall asleep faster and deepen your sleep. There’s a caveat, however. If you exercise too close to bedtime, you may be too energized to fall asleep. If you’re having trouble sleeping, you might want to exercise earlier in the day.

Source: Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Source: US Department of Health and Human Services
Source: UpToDate
Source: Mayo Clinic

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February 24th, 2010 no comments »

Need Vitamin C - Have a Mandarin Orange

yogen fruz mardarin orange

The mandarin orange is a small citrus tree with fruit resembling other oranges. The tree is more drought-tolerant than the fruit, which is tender, and is damaged easily by cold. It can be grown in tropical and subtropical areas. Top producers of the fruit include China, Spain, Brazil, and Japan.

This fruit is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It’s also a good source of Dietary Fiber, and a very good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

You can blend mandarin oranges into your Mix It froyo to take advantage of its nutritional benefits.

Source: NutritionData.com
Source: Wikipedia

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January 7th, 2010 comments

Yogen Fruz Around the World

Thanks to our loyal fans (yes, that’s you!), we’re happy to say we’re continuing to grow at an alarming rate! We want to thank our franchisees and master franchisee around the world for helping us grow.

Now in over 25 countries and over 1200 locations, our delicious frozen yogurt is served in more places than any other chain and we’re the only frozen yogurt chain ranked in the 2010 Entrepreneur Magazine (Franchise 500, Fastest-Growing Franchises and America’s Top Global Franchises). Check out the pics below to see some of our stores.

Yogen Fruz Around the World

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December 18th, 2009 4 Comments »

Top Ten Holiday and Christmas Shopping Tips

Holiday Christmas Eaton Centre Toronto

We ran into an interesting article over at the Fitness Tips for Life website. They offered advice about healthy foods you can eat while holiday shopping at the mall and what foods to avoid. Guess who they suggested? Ü

We’ve came up with our own list of tips to compliment everyone’s holiday shopping experience.

1. Try to come to the mall only wearing a light jacket as the malls are already set to a toasty 72F / 22C

2. Bring cash only so you know you will not overspend

3. Wear comfortable shoes

4. Avoid caffeine as it just gives you a short spike in energy and leaves you more tired after the affects wear off

5. Avoid shopping on an empty stomach

6. Eat healthy snacks like Yogen Fruz frozen yogurt, smoothies and fruit cups to maintain your energy level Ü

7. Stay hydrated and drink lots of water

8. Bring your iPod to avoid having to listen to the same holiday jingles over and over, from store to store

9. Take lots of breaks, because we know what heavy shopping bags can do

10. Most of all, have fun! Wear a Ü on your face!

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October 30th, 2009 2 Comments »

Tasty New Flavors Available Now!

nuMixes - flavors

Try our three new mouth-watering NÜ mixes: Key Lime Pie, Piña Colada and Chocolate Almond. These tasty flavor combinations are available at Yogen Früz stores across North America and will be followed by three additional NÜ mixes set to launch each month over the next few months. Yogen Früz’s new bold mixes will offer a fun and healthy alternative for those looking to indulge in a delicious, guilt-free frozen treat.

Stop by your local Yogen Früz in North America for these new flavors and stay tuned next month for the launch of our healthy and nutritious NÜ mixes that will excite your taste buds!

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August 28th, 2009 4 Comments »

Cowtown opens its arms to Yogen Früz

The new Yogen Früz CrossIron Mills located in Calgary had a spectacular grand opening with thousands lining up to “experience what the world is talking about.” The store was so popular that lineups lasted throughout the first week grand opening. Come and try the best froyo around town. Yogen Früz CrossIron Mills Outlet Mall, 261055 Cross Iron Blvd, Rocky View, AB, T4A 0G3

Yogen Fruz CrossIron Mills Grand Opening

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July 29th, 2009 4 Comments »

Yogen Früz opens first store in Vietnam

Yogen Früz has ventured deeper into Asia with its first store opening in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The store marks the first of many scheduled to open in the country that is known for its tremendous growth potential. Look out for a Ü near you!

Visit our Yogen Fruz VN Facebook page for an exclusive offer for the Ho Chi Minh City location.

Yogen Fruz opens first store in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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July 21st, 2009 comments

Yogen Früz Sponsors Former Employee’s Trip to Help the Under Privileged

Yogen Früz, the world’s largest frozen yogurt chain, sponsors a former Yogen Früz employee to travel to Nicaragua to provide medical services. Sandy Do, currently a student at McMaster University’s nursing program, took part in a program organized by Global Medical Training, a not-for-profit organization that provides medical services to poor communities in Central American countries.

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