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September 10, 2020
How to Cut Down on Screen Time for Heart Health

Screen time can throw off your sleep patterns, which is essential for heart health. And it has been linked to high levels of cholesterol and triglycerides. Here are some of the best ways to cut down on screen time if you find yourself staring at your phone.

Recipes
September 9, 2020
Four Fall Recipes for Brussels Sprouts

The Brussels sprout season is only just beginning, so try them now and enjoy them this fall and winter!

Diet
September 4, 2020
Sweet Potatoes Can Help Cholesterol Levels

While they are high in carbs, sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins, nutrients and antioxidants. They are high in fiber and can help lower the “bad” LDL cholesterol. But, skip the marshmallows!

Lifestyle
September 4, 2020
CDC Says People Came Together and Stayed at Home

When areas issued stay-at-home orders, there were lots of articles about parties. For people with conditions that put them at high risk for COVID-19, that was scary. But heartening data from the CDC says communities pulled together and stayed home!

Lifestyle
September 3, 2020
Good News Update: Steroids Can Save Critical COVID-19 Patients

Steroids can save people who are critically ill with COVID-19. New studies confirm findings from June, and doctors are pleased with the results they are seeing. The drugs are cheap, widely available and can help incredibly sick people!

Lifestyle
September 2, 2020
Long Naps Are Bad for Heart Health

New research says people who nap for longer than an hour and sleep more than six hours a night have a 34 percent higher risk of dying from cardiovascular disease than people who don’t nap.

Diet
September 2, 2020
Low-Carb Alternatives for Cornstarch

A tablespoon of cornstarch has seven grams of carbs, but it’s a key ingredient in many sauces and stews for its thickening qualities. Today, we’re looking at the best substitution options, their properties and their nutritional values.

Recipes
September 1, 2020
Four Mango Recipes: Appetizer to Dessert!

Mangos bring a delicious tropical flavor to a sweet or savory dish that we love. And, high in fiber, they can help blood sugar levels! Here are four mango recipes, from starter to dessert, that let you enjoy the fruit without too many carbs!

Lifestyle
August 31, 2020
Obesity Heightens COVID-19 Risks

Many people who are overweight or obese are looking for extra motivation to lose weight. Researchers have found that obesity doubles your risk of becoming hospitalized when you have COVID-19 and increases your risk of dying by almost 50 percent.

Diet
August 28, 2020
Tomatoes Can Help Lower Cholesterol

We eat tomatoes so often we don’t even think about their health benefits. But, they are rich in an antioxidant that offers protection from cancer, lowers heart disease risks and helps cholesterol!

Lifestyle
August 28, 2020
Must-haves for Your Emergency Go-bag

We have entered hurricane season in the East and fire season in the West. It's important to recheck your emergency supplies from last year. During a pandemic, there are some other items you should add, just in case.

Lifestyle
August 27, 2020
Honey May Be Better for Colds than Drugs

A review of the findings from 14 different studies has shown that honey may be better than medications for treating colds. Honey shortened the duration of symptoms by two days and lowered cough severity and frequency more than most treatments.

Lifestyle
August 26, 2020
FDA Authorizes Plasma Use for COVID-19, but Benefits Uncertain

The FDA and President Trump announced emergency authorization to use convalescent plasma to treat COVID-19. Now, the FDA's commissioner is apologizing for overstating plasma's benefits. It is going ahead by may not be the miracle some expect.

Diet
August 26, 2020
Pistachios Are a Heart-Healthy Snack

It may seem counterintuitive that nuts, high in fat, are a heart-healthy food. But, they actually lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. In the past, we’ve written about both almonds and walnuts. Today, we’re focusing on pistachios.

Recipes
August 25, 2020
Four Eggs Sandwich Recipes to Enjoy Without the Carbs!

We love eggs! Research has confirmed, time after time, that they can help heart health, help you lose weight, aid healthy aging and more. Here are four tasty, low-carb alternatives to carb-heavy versions of egg sandwiches!

Lifestyle
August 24, 2020
Outbreak on Boat May Show Good News in COVID-19 Fight

A Seattle fishing boat had a massive outbreak of COVID-19 that impacted 85 percent of the people on board. Three people who had antibodies before boarding the boat appeared to be immune to the virus.

Get Out There
August 21, 2020
National Parks Receive Funding for Improvements, a New Free Day!

There's some great news for national parks: for years infrastructure including bathrooms, bridges, roads and more have needed help. New funds are giving a huge boost to those projects and adding an annual free day!

Lifestyle
August 21, 2020
COVID-19 Symptoms Tend to Appear in Order

A study of more than 55,000 COVID-19 patients has shown that the illness tends to reveal its symptoms in a specific order. Although it’s not true for 100 percent of cases, knowing the typical order may ease your mind if you believe you may be ill.

Lifestyle
August 20, 2020
How Loss of Smell and Taste Is Different with COVID-19

There are many reasons you can have problems smelling or tasting something, but it can be a symptom of COVID-19. Before getting worked up, there are some characteristics you should know about the specific symptoms for COVID-19.

Diet
August 19, 2020
What is Changing in the Healthy Diet Guidelines?

Every five years, the USDA updates the guidelines for healthy diets that Americans should be eating. The guidelines will be changing in 2021, and the first draft of the new guide has been released.

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