New research is further exploring how the Mediterranean diet helps the heart. Scientists found that people who had more than half a tablespoon of olive oil a day had a 21 percent lower risk of coronary heart disease.
On Fridays, we like to talk about getting outside. Today, we are looking at bicycling instead of walking. But, if it’s too cold to go outside, how good is a stationary bike compared to an actual bike?
A meta-analysis of 133 studies found that cutting salt reduced blood pressure regardless of whether or not the person had high blood pressure before, preemptively helping heart health.
Celery has been branded as a superfood. People claim celery juice is helping a vast array of problems that seem too broad for it to be credible: asthma, sinus problems, IBS, exhaustion and migraines. But, what does science say?
We love eggs and believe that a healthy breakfast is a great way to start the day off and maintain healthy blood sugar. Today, we are sharing egg recipes that may be more suited to a brunch.
Tofu is frequently misrepresented as being boring or dismissed as being a silly health food. Still, it is an excellent source of protein and won’t spike blood sugar levels.
New research has shown that sugar-heavy drinks are linked to high levels of triglycerides and low amounts of HDL cholesterol and can increase the risk of heart disease. Data shows different beverages impact fats in the blood in an array of ways.
People who've had a heart attack desperately want to avoid a second. New research shows that there is a significant link between belly fat, strokes and heart attacks, especially for people who have experienced a heart attack before.
Research may make you want to swap your evening walk for a jaunt outside in the morning. A study found that exercising before breakfast made men burn fat better than people who had already eaten that day.
Leafy green vegetables are rich with vitamins, minerals and fiber while being low in calories and cholesterol-free. Research has shown that eating leafy green veggies is linked to a significantly lower risk of heart disease.
Eating a lot of fructose damages the liver’s ability to burn fat. Equal amounts of glucose improved the liver’s fat-burning. This might be why high-fructose corn syrup is so much worse for health.
Low-fat cuts of pork are higher in nutrients than their beef counterparts and it's usually less expensive. But, we've never had a post focus solely on the meat. Here are four very tasty pork dishes with more more than four grams of carbs and less than 360 calories.
Okra is a healthy veggie found in many southern recipes. We are taking a look at the properties of this vegetable and, when you know more about it, it may be on your table tonight!
Almost as many women die from heart disease as men. But, women are less likely to be aware of the problem as they experience heart troubles differently from men. Today, we are taking a look at heart attack symptoms and how they differ between the sexes.
Many avoid exercise while on a diet because they worry it will increase hunger while they are trying to be “good.” Working out not only doesn’t increase your appetite: it regulates hunger and may help you avoid overeating.
Being sedentary has a more significant impact on women than men. A new study looking at the sitting habits of women over the age of 55 has found that the more time a woman sat, the more likely she was to be at risk for heart disease.
High-protein diets can help people lose weight. But, new studies using mice showed that they may also lead to blocked and ruptured arteries because of plaque buildup.
Allicin, containing the sulfur that gives garlic its taste and smell, has medicinal properties that aid heart health and the immune system. People who eat garlic daily are 63 percent less likely to get a cold.
We still have cold nights, so we wanted to share some of our favorite low-carb veggie soups with you. These are the soups we turn to when to when it’s cold outside, and we want to feel cozy without worrying about our blood sugar!
They say variety is the spice of life. We agree with that in many ways, especially when it comes to diet, exercise and activities. But, we want to talk about “spicing” up your health. We’re looking at turmeric, a yellowish spice found in a lot of Indian dishes.
