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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
We were asked if taking vitamin D can help with weight control. The answer is complicated. The first question is if a person needs extra vitamin D at all.
Carbs in potatoes put them out of reach as an everyday food. But, researchers say they have cracked the problem, and a new processing method may be putting potatoes back into people’s regular rotation.
It’s National Soul Food Month, and we’re excited to celebrate! We’re sharing four soul food recipes that are traditionally high in carbs but have been lightened up without losing flavor.
There’s good reason to be cheerful. Several recent studies say optimists live longer. Overall longevity is boosted by having a sunny outlook.
There’s good news for those who love the environment and bad news for those who tend to forget the water bottles at home. The National Parks are phasing out single-use plastic by 2032.
While we’ve talked about the benefits of tea, we’ve never spoken about why iced tea is excellent. Iced tea is a great way to cool down and help your health. But there are some rules you should follow.
It's a myth that you can't swim after eating. Low-impact exercise after a meal can help keep blood sugar stable. If you have blood sugar concerns swimming after a meal can be a great way to help yourself.
