When you try to lose weight, one of the first things you may cut from your meal plan is high-fat meats, cheeses, and dairy products. However, before you switch your whole milk for skim, read about this recent report that drinking high-fat whole milk may help you lose weight in the long run. [...]
You probably know that maintaining a healthy weight, eating balanced meals, and staying active can lower your risk of getting diabetes or help you control the disease if you already have it. You may also know that being overweight or obese can increase your risk of getting diabetes and other chronic conditions such as heart disease or stroke. A recent study has shown that even slowly putting on weight over time can increase your risk of getting diabetes. [...]
Heart Healthy News Brief: The week just past in research, trends and news. What do Zero-calorie sweeteners, Red meat, Asthma, and Herbs have to do with heart health?
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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 that a little weight gain is much less dangerous than the long-term effects of smoking. [...]
Early signs of heart disease signal heart attack risk When you go to your healthcare provider and they find that your cholesterol or blood pressure are a above normal, it is unlikely that you will be given a medicine to treat them. More likely than not, you will be told to eat healthier, [...]
Early signs of heart disease seen in obese youth It is never too early to get your health on track. A recent study found that overweight and obese youth with no diseases and taking no medicines showed early risk factors for heart disease. Compared with normal weight youth, overweight and [...]
Being overweight or obese can raise your diabetes risk, and can cause problems in those who already have the disease. Losing weight may not only help you prevent or control diabetes, but will help improve overall health. [...]
Fruits and vegetables are the cornerstone of a healthy, balanced meal plan. They contain fiber that keeps you full, as well as tons of vitamins and minerals that your body needs to keep going each day. Many Western diets, full of processed carbohydrates and fatty, sugary foods and drinks, do not include enough fruits and vegetables. This lack of produce doesn’t just make you more prone to obesity-related conditions like heart disease and diabetes; it can also affect your mental health. [...]
Good fats can help conquer heart disease If you have heart disease or have heart disease risk factors such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol, you may be told to lower the fat in your diet. You may think that fat is something that should be avoided in a heart healthy diet, but quite [...]
Kirkland Signature™ OptiFiber It’s Easy To Ensure You’re Getting Enough Fiber In Your Diet Once You Know More About Where To Get It And What It Can Do For You. THE AVERAGE AMERICAN eats only 15 grams of fiber each day. This may seem like a decent amount, but recent studies show [...]
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 protein powder that you [...]
Any parent will tell you that getting children to eat vegetables can be hard sometimes. A new study found a trick to getting kids to like their greens just as much as other foods. Children between 3 and 5 were given picture books about eating crackers and carrots, and then were given these as [...]
“Prediabetes” could be a misleading term When you have high blood glucose levels but not diabetes, this is sometimes called prediabetes. You might have heard the term from your healthcare provider. Researchers from the US and UK now say that it’s not a helpful label, and could lead people to [...]
A protein in milk may help with blood glucose control If you’re an athlete or use the gym a lot, you might have heard of whey protein, which is found in milk. It’s normally used to boost muscle growth, but a new study shows that it might also be helpful for controlling blood glucose levels. In [...]
An awesome Mexican dish of hot rice. A perfect side to your favorite Mexican meal. Mexican Hot Rice Author: Sultana Parvin Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 cup Indian Basmati Rice, boiled, drained 1 Tbsp oil 1 Tbsp diced onion1 tsp diced green chilies 1 cup red ripe tomatoes, cubed 1 Tbsp raisins 1 [...]
