Tag: Nutrition
Men: Take Your Health Back!
It’s no secret over the last year or so, some of our healthy habits have been on the decline. As the weather warms up, it’s a perfect time to recommit to your wellness goals. UMMS can help you get back on track.
The Benefits of Seasonal Eating
Seasonal eating is as old as farming itself. Before food preservation was common, people ate whatever was growing in their gardens (or in the wild) when it was ready to be harvested. To discover the benefits of seasonal eating, learn what fruits and vegetables are in season and seek out locally grown produce at its peak. Seasonal eating is a delicious way to help your body, the local economy and the planet.
Heart Fluid Retention
Imagine a jam-packed Interstate 95 at 5 pm on a weekday. With CHF and other forms of heart disease, this traffic jam is what’s happening inside your body. Learn what fluid retention is and how to reduce it.
What Is the Difference Between Prebiotic and Probiotic Foods?
The gut microbiome, the unique population of microbes that live within the intestines, is a popular topic in digestive research. While we used to think of microorganisms in the gut as harmful germs, many are actually helpful to us. Evidence also shows that adding probiotics and prebiotics to the diet can help the microbiome thrive. But what are prebiotic and probiotic foods, and what is the difference between them? Having a clear understanding of what these terms mean and why it’s beneficial to keep the microbiome strong can improve your diet.
What Are Triglycerides? What You Need to Know
You probably know that high cholesterol is a risk factor for heart attack—but having high levels of triglycerides can also put you at risk, especially if you already have cardiovascular disease. What are triglycerides, and what can you do to keep them at a healthy level?
Top Reasons Sugar Alcohols May Not Be a Good Sugar Substitute
If you’re trying to cut back on the amount of sugar you eat, you may turn to foods with sugar substitutes rather than sugar. But are these sugar alcohols really a healthy alternative?
Heart-Healthy Shopping
Shopping for heart-healthy foods is easier than you think with these 10 tips.
Strengthen Your Immune System with 7 Simple Strategies
From diet and exercise to washing your hands, learn what the experts say about keeping your immune system in shape to protect you from becoming ill.
Healthy Foods for Cold Weather
A healthy diet helps maintain your health and boosts your energy in winter months.
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.