If you are trying to eat healthy or lose weight, you probably think that you shouldn’t have oil in your meal plan. After all, oil is full of fat, and fat is bad, right? Well, it turns out that not all oil is bad for you, and you actually need ... Read More
Here’s your FREE copy of our “More Healthy Recipes, Volume 2” eCookbook, filled with many diabetes-friendly recipes. Download your copy from the link below: ... Read More
If you were wondering what to prepare for your special someones, this chat would have been a great one to attend, as we talked about healthy foods and recipes. Not to worry if you couldn't attend though, there are more chat events to come. We hope you can join us next time! ... Read More
Nuts–and butters made from them–are a healthy way to get a big protein boost. Eating nuts as part of a heart healthy meal plan has been shown to lower obesity and heart disease risk. A recent study released by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) found that many Americans are ... Read More
Smoking is one of the leading causes of preventable death in the United States, and can raise your risk of heart disease, breathing problems, and cancer. However, many people are afraid to quit smoking for fear that they will gain weight. The good news is that a recent study suggests ... Read More
DAIRY PRODUCTS, such as milk, cheese, and yogurt can add flavor, richness, and a protein punch to any meal or snack. Sometimes, though, you may be on the go and not have time to get in a balanced, protein-rich meal. A healthy option may be a smoothie made with dairy-based ... Read More
By Staci Gulbin, MS, MEd, RD, LDN Is your blood pressure at a healthy level? This is important to help prevent heart attacks, stroke, and other heart problems. New guidelines released by a group of experts present new ways for patients to manage high blood pressure, as well as ways ... Read More
It’s a hard pill to swallow: having type 2 diabetes doubles your risk of getting heart disease. But knowing this, you can beat the odds. There is plenty that you can do to live a long and healthy life with diabetes. The American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association ... Read More
Do you worry about the health of your heart? Do you want to do something good for your heart and your overall health? To get your heart healthy can start with a single step! Research has found that if you walk just 2,000 extra steps a day it can lower ... Read More