Bake Your Catch How you cook your fish makes a big difference to your heart. Bake it or grill it instead of frying to cut down on artery-clogging saturated fat. Bake delicate cod, spiced tilapia, or lemony grouper. Throw a firm fish on the grill: snapper, sea bass, or halibut. Compared with fried fish, you’ll[…]
You’re going to have some stress in your life — we all do, and it’s normal. One of the best things you can do for your health is manage that stress, even when you can’t control the source of it. Some stress can be good. It can be a challenge that keeps us alert, motivated,[…]
Stress is any change in the environment that requires your body to react and adjust in response. The body reacts to these changes with physical, mental, and emotional responses. Stress is a normal part of life. Many events that happen to you and around you — and many things that you do yourself — put stress[…]
Broccoli Serving: 1 cup chopped, raw or cooked Carbs: 6 grams You don’t have to boil it into a mushy mess. Try roasting it with a bit of olive oil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. You’ll keep coming back for this nutty-flavored treat. Carrots Serving: 1 cup, raw Carbs: 12 grams If[…]
Ten tips to help you enjoy your favorite holiday foods Meal-time traditions are a big part of the holidays, so it’s natural to ignore weight gain concerns. But that’s not always a good recipe for healthy living. Holiday weight gain can feel like an unwanted tradition. Many of us are already starting the season[…]
What Is a Stroke? A stroke is a medical emergency. It happens when a blood vessel in the brain bursts or, more commonly, when a blockage happens. Without treatment, cells in the brain quickly begin to die. This can cause serious disability or death. If a loved one is having stroke symptoms, call 911 right[…]
Let’s face it. The desk job you work at isn’t doing your midsection any favors. It’s hard to stay fit when you sit all day. It’s not just your fitness that’s at stake either. All that sitting is slowly hurting your overall health. Lack of physical activity is linked to health problems like heart disease,[…]
Snack on a Salad Leafy veggies like spinach and kale give you a vitamin B boost. Vitamin B is a part of your cells’ energy-making process. Guzzle Water If you’re feeling droopy, you might need to drink more water. One sign of dehydration is fatigue. Step Outside Not only will a change of[…]
Whole Body Impact This hard-working vitamin holds many big jobs. It affects your mood, appetite, sleep, and thinking. You need it to fight off infections, turn food into energy, and help your blood carry oxygen to all corners of your body. While it’s actually rare to run low, you really can’t afford to do so.[…]
These tips will help you cut back on drinking alcohol. Are you concerned about your alcohol intake? Maybe you feel that you’re drinking too much or too often. Perhaps it’s a habit you’d like to better control. It’s always wise to check with your doctor — she should be able to help you decide whether it[…]