Some foods can be more addictive than drugs. A lot of food producers exploit this. A new book explores “the unholy trinity” of fat, salt and sugar. These three substances release the hormone dopamine that brings pleasure to your brain.
A study has found that regular stretching might be more effective than brisk walks for lowering hypertension. Aerobic exercise has many health benefits but, for blood pressure specifically, stretching appears to be better.
It’s easy to fall into the habit of using the same slow cooker recipes again and again. We have our favorite go-to slow cooker we make without thinking. Today, we want to add four new pork options to your list!
We are always looking for fruit with high amounts of fiber to enjoy that doesn’t spike blood sugar. Today, we are taking a closer look at the benefits of grapes.
Being lonely poses a medical threat. It increases your risk for early death, heart disease, Alzheimer’s and even your chance of getting a cold! But, a new study has found that just talking on the phone for 10 minutes can be a huge help!
COVID-19 has taken 500,000 lives in the U.S. The death rate is decreasing, and new cases are falling, but the threat still looms. But, people are doing their part to follow safety guidelines, and vaccine makers are ramping up production.
Hershey has announced that they are launching low GI, plant-based chocolates as part of their “better-for-you” campaign. They are experimenting with different sweeteners to make chocolate that won’t impact blood sugar.
We’ve all seen the ads for breakfast cereals claiming that they are a heart-healthy breakfast. But a new study has found that refined grains, like those found in cereal, bread and pastry, can increase your risk for heart disease and death.
Research has pinpointed how plants distribute and store sugar in their cells. This knowledge is key to growing fruit, and even sugarcane, that is low in sugar while also being sweet!
When it’s cold out, a warm meal can be just the ticket to cheer you up and change the mood in your kitchen. February 25 is National Clam Chowder Day, and we are excited to celebrate with these four recipes!
Body positivity promotes the idea that every person’s body is beautiful. Body neutrality moves away from that and toward thinking your body is doing its job of letting you live your life. It may be a healthier way to think.
More contagious variants of COVID-19 are on the rise, but new case numbers are dropping. Possibly because of people being more careful. If you are interested in the recent trend of double masking, there are wrong ways and right ways to do it.
Many of us think that we can balance out unhealthy foods with healthy foods and reap the rewards of a healthy diet. Instead of fries, we enjoy our cheeseburger with a salad. But, new research shows it might not be as straightforward as we think.
If you believe that dieting stresses you out, you may be right. Low-calorie dieting can increase stress hormones in your body. So dieting to lose pandemic weight may do some harm.
Red light therapy uses red low-level wavelengths of light to treat skin issues like scars, wrinkles and wounds that won’t heal. People also claim it works for weight loss and other problems. It’s controversial. But does it work?
Switching out your white bread for brown is a heart-healthy choice that won’t cause upset in your life. Once you find the right brown bread for you, you will be thrilled with your choice!
Our recipes today don’t just use almonds and almond flour as an ingredient; they focus on the flavor of the almond and celebrate it. Here are four sweet almond recipes to celebrate National Almond Day!
Sugar can impact anxiety. Your diet cannot cause anxiety. However, a poor diet that is heavy in added sugars can exacerbate the problem.
Whether you’re with your loved ones or not, Valentine’s Day might be one of the heart healthiest holidays to celebrate! And, it falls right in the middle of American Heart Month.
In August, we wrote about the national parks suggesting masks when social distancing wasn’t possible. This week, they have announced that masks are now mandatory.
