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July 22, 2022
How to Hike with Your Dog in Summer

At this time of year, people want to go walking and hiking with their dogs. There are some steps you must take and gear you have to bring to make sure your furry friend is safe and has fun.

Exercise
July 21, 2022
Exercising on the Weekend Pays Off

Living a sedentary lifestyle contributes to the risk of early death. Being physically active can lower the risks. And research has found that people who were active daily and “weekend warriors” had the same positive results.

Lifestyle
July 20, 2022
Less than Seven Percent of People Have Good Heart Health

America is at a critical infection point for heart and metabolic health. Less than seven percent of adults in a large survey had good cardiometabolic health, and the rate is heading downward.

Recipes
July 19, 2022
Four Recipes for Breadless Sandwiches that Aren't Wraps

Lettuce wraps and meat roll-ups are great. But we want as many breadless sandwich options as possible! When it comes to low-carb alternatives, the sky is the limit. Here are four low-carb breadless sandwich recipes we love.

Diet
July 18, 2022
Onions Are Excellent for Kidney Health

Eating well can help you as part of your healthy routine. Today, we’re looking at the health benefits of onions, including how they help heart and kidney health.

Get Out There
July 15, 2022
Yellowstone’s Flood, Yosemite’s Fire Highlight Threats to Parks

Getting out into the national parks is worth it. But unpredictable weather and fires are becoming more regular. Yellowstone's flood and Yosemite's fire are the most recent but not the first.

Lifestyle
July 14, 2022
Reading Is Good for Health

Mental exercise also helps your physical health. Reading literally strengthens your brain. It helps the heart. It can aid longevity. And it can help your social life.

Diet
July 13, 2022
Seeing Food Causes Blood Sugar Response

The brain starts a host of actions for digestion. The order for the pancreas to release insulin goes out before you have taken the first bite of your meal because of an inflammatory response.

Recipes
July 12, 2022
Four Savory Blueberry Recipes You’ll Love

It’s National Blueberry Month. We’ve shared sweet blueberry recipes in the past. Today, for something different, we are looking at tasty, low-carb savory blueberry recipes.

Diet
July 11, 2022
Is the No White Food Diet Healthy?

We’re looking at the “no white food” diet. We don’t like it for the name alone. Restrictive diet rules can lead you to quit them and feel like you have “failed.” But, the diet is better than the name implies.

Get Out There
July 8, 2022
Artist-in-residence Makes Beautiful Quilts at National Park

The National Park Service hosts artists through 50 residencies nationwide. Accommodations range from remote cabins to modern studios. Nancy Hershberger, an artist-in-residence, makes art quilts of views from national parks.

Lifestyle
July 7, 2022
Sleeping with Light Is Unhealthy

The long daylight hours are lovely. Research found that light exposure during sleep is linked to a higher risk of blood sugar concerns, obesity and high blood pressure in older people.

Diet
July 6, 2022
New Breed May Put White Rice Back on Your Table

Breeding has made it possible that white rice might find a regular spot on your table. After years of selective breeding, a team has created a new type of white rice with a low GI and high protein content.

Recipes
July 5, 2022
Four Wonderful Low-carb Tomato Recipes

We thought it would be nice to celebrate New Jersey with recipes. We’re not talking about disco fries, salt water taffy or pork roll. We’re talking about tomato pie and other tomato dishes.

Get Out There
July 1, 2022
Reality TV Show Leads Inexperienced Hikers into Serious Danger

The Echo Canyon Trail on Camelback Mountain is one of the hardest hikes in Phoenix, AZ. Eight people shooting a reality TV show climbed it with “no idea” and had to be rescued — five of them needing to be removed by helicopter.

Diet
June 30, 2022
Nine out of 10 People Are Wrong About Their Diet

A new study found that almost nine out of 10 people think their diet is healthier than it is. And the worse a person's diet is, the more likely they are not to realize it.

Diet
June 29, 2022
Trendy “Soda” Is Bad for Teeth

People are calling balsamic vinegar mixed with sparkling water “healthy Coke.” The slight sweetness of balsamic vinegar can pair with sparkling water to make an interesting drink. But, it’s terrible for teeth.

Recipes
June 28, 2022
Four Patriotic Low-carb Desserts

July 4 is next Monday. That means the country will be celebrating with a lot of cookouts! Today, we’re sharing patriotic red, white and blue low-carb dessert recipes that are perfect for summer!

Lifestyle
June 27, 2022
Rules Could Limit Nicotine in Tobacco Products

For the first time, laws may be passed that could change how addictive tobacco products are. If passed, the new regulations would limit how much nicotine is in tobacco products making them less addictive and, hopefully, easier to quit.

Get Out There
June 24, 2022
Yellowstone Has Partially Reopened

Yellowstone had to close after terrible flooding. Now the southern part of the park has partially reopened, but there are things visitors should know before heading to the park.

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