Know your numbers
We’ve all heard of blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar but not everyone actually understands these terms and what levels are ideal. Listed below is a brief summary of the current guidelines and their meaning: • Blood Pressure: A healthy goal is 120/80 mm/Hg. This value compares the amount of force against your artery walls when the heart [...]
Read More →Battle cravings with lean protein at breakfast
Feel like you are battling food cravings all day? It can be a frustrating and exhausting battle, but there are some things you can try to help diminish cravings. For starters, eat breakfast! More importantly eat the right breakfast. The right breakfast to manage cravings for the rest of the day includes a lean protein. [...]
Read More →Great grains not limited to wheat
Whole grains are an important part of a healthy, balanced diet. They provide beneficial B vitamins, iron and antioxidants, along with fiber to help control hunger and decrease blood sugar levels. Regular intake can also decrease the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Many people forget that grains are not limited to wheat. [...]
Read More →Enjoy squash for the fall season
Fall means cooler weather, football, apple-picking — and cozy foods. One signature food for fall is squash. It’s delicious whether it’s roasted, puréed into a soup or whipped into a healthy dessert. This versatile ingredient comes in numerous varieties, including butternut, acorn, spaghetti and hubbard, just to name a few. They’re rich in vitamins A and [...]
Read More →Fun facts about fruits and vegetables
There are a number of myths circulating about fruits and vegetables — from the fresh-versus-frozen debate to how to best store your produce. The following information will help put some these myths, along with others, to rest: • Fresh vs. frozen — When fresh produce is not available or may not look its best, the frozen option [...]
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