Category: Diet & Nutrition
Carbohydrates and COPD
Did you know the food you eat can affect your breathing, especially when you have COPD? It all starts with metabolism, the process in your cells that changes food into energy. Learn about how carbs affect COPD.
Following a Diabetes-Friendly Meal Plan Over the Holidays
The holidays are a magical, delicious time of glazed ham, sweet potatoes, buttered rolls and pumpkin pie. And don’t forget all the chocolate-covered things, all the sweets, all the tasty treats. What’s a person with diabetes to do? Follow these easy tips.
Healthy Eating on a Budget
Eating healthy foods can improve your health or keep you healthy. Fortunately, eating foods that are good for you doesn’t have to cost a lot. Using three easy techniques, you can eat healthfully and stay on a budget.
Are You Vitamin D-Deficient? Here’s How to Know
You’ve probably heard of vitamin D, but do you know what it is? Vitamin D plays an essential role in how your body functions. When you’re vitamin D-deficient, you may be at risk of several potential health issues.
Is There Such a Thing as a Healthy Sports Drink?
It is very important to stay hydrated, especially when exercising. But is a sports drink the right option for you? Learn when to choose a sports drink and when water is best.
Osteoarthritis: 5 Foods to Eat and 5 to Avoid to Help Control your Symptoms
Osteoarthritis affects 30 million Americans every year. While there are many ways to get relief from osteoarthritis, diet can also help ease some of the inflammation. Let’s explore diet plans that both worsen and improve patient symptoms.
Sink Your Teeth Into These 8 Heart-Healthy Foods
Want to maximize your heart health? Stock your kitchen with these eight superfoods to reduce your risk of heart disease.
Is the Keto Diet Right for You?
The ketogenic diet has become a weight-loss phenomenon, but does the evidence justify the hype? Here are the facts.
How and Why You Should Limit Your Salt Intake
Don’t pass the salt! On an average day, Americans eat at least 48 percent more salt than what’s recommended for good health. Here’s why limiting your salt intake is important and tips on how to cut back.
5 Ways to Improve Gut Health
Recent research has found that having diverse and healthy bacteria in the gut is a key part of good health. Find out how to keep your gut bacteria happy and flourishing.