With the rise of paleo, keto and other diet plans, we are more and more frequently hearing that we should avoid whole grains. The USDA says about a fourth of your plate should be grains. We’re taking a look at the science.
Antibacterial hand wipes serve many purposes. We love them during cold and flu season. They are an excellent tool for staying healthy throughout the winter. However, they aren’t great for hands.
A new report has ranked airlines on their food. While a couple of meals on planes certainly won’t derail your long-term health goals, we thought you would be interested in how different airlines compare.
Cold weather will not make you sick in and of itself. However, the cold can negatively impact your immune system and some viruses like cold weather more than warm. So, what can you do to stay healthy this winter?
Explore one amazing ingredient that stars in Mediterranean cuisine but often goes unappreciated everywhere else: chickpeas. Chickpeas have a long list of health benefits, including being high in fiber and protein, which helps regulate blood sugar.
Many people look forward to hunting season. It can be a big mood-lifter to get out into nature and feel accomplished when they can bring meat home. There are many health boons to hunting as well.
New research has found that women who ate a healthy diet had significantly better hearing sensitivity. The women didn’t follow a special diet, they were just following balanced diet guidelines.
Black Friday is an enjoyable tradition. However, there are significant drawbacks. Perhaps the most significant pitfalls are the health challenges the day presents.
It can be depressing or awkward to skip desserts when you’re with your family. And, around the holidays, it’s disheartening to be left out. Here are five low-carb pumpkin desserts for you to enjoy!
When we think of weight loss, we often think about the importance of cutting out fatty foods. However, sometimes adding things we think of as being high in fat can benefit us. Even if you aren’t a frequent peanut butter eater, you may want to add it to your menu while dieting!
There’s excellent news for folks who always look on the bright side of life. According to an analysis of 15 studies, people with an optimistic outlook are far less likely to die from heart problems than pessimists.
One of the great perks of the season is hot cocoa. Hot chocolate can be very high in sugar and fat. But, lighter versions are possible. And, it may have great health properties. That makes us feel pretty good about enjoying the delicious drink.
Visiting family is fun and rewarding, but it can be stressful for both your mood and your body. Between the change of routine, weather and company, it’s a prime time to get sick or injured. It’s essential to take care of yourself.
In preparation for the cold months to come, we are looking at the health risks winter can pose to the heart. Snow may look pretty, but extended periods outside can be hazardous.
We hear so many tips and suggestions for how to get through the holidays. People may tell you to skip meals and save calories for the main event. We disagree. So do experts.
The fall and winter holidays are an excellent time to gather with friends and family and reflect on the year. However, for those of us with blood sugar concerns, holiday meals can be a minefield. That’s why we're sharing some delicious recipes you can bring to the table and enjoy without worry.
This acid has been branded as a miracle food that will cure everything that ails you. Most of those claims have been found to be untrue or unprovable. But, can it improve cholesterol?
Chia seeds pack more mood-elevating omega-3s than salmon! They also have more antioxidants than blueberries! And, they are fiber-dense and can help blood sugar remain stable and avoid spikes.
As we pull into the mountain state, we’ll be belting out the John Denver song. It’s going to be in the 50s this weekend, and we want to get out and see the sights in the gorgeous state that inspired the perennial favorite song
Eating by candlelight may be romantic, but you may want to start eating earlier. A study looking at 112 healthy women found that eating meals later in the day was linked to more risks for heart health.
