Recently, researchers have been measuring the benefits of giving, and their findings reveal that giving and volunteering help reduce stress and depression. They also promote healthy social connections and a sense of purpose among other health benefits. Some scientists suggest that giving is just as important to maintaining health as exercise and a healthy diet…. Read more »
When you have type 2 diabetes, a good strategy for controlling your blood sugar levels is to think of snacks as miniature versions of meals and plan your carbs accordingly. Snacks with a good mix of protein, fat, and fiber will help keep hunger at bay and your blood sugar steady throughout the day. Here are… Read more »
Vitamin C is an essential nutrient, meaning our bodies are unable to produce it. Yet, vitamin C has many roles and has been linked to some impressive health benefits. It’s water-soluble and found in many fruits and vegetables, including oranges, strawberries, bell peppers, broccoli, kale, and spinach. Here are the health benefits of adding more… Read more »
To be clear, there is no single food or diet that can prevent or cause breast cancer, but dietary choices may make a difference in the risk of developing breast cancer and overall well-being while living with breast cancer. Breast cancer can begin in different areas, grow in different ways, and require different kinds of… Read more »
Potassium is an essential nutrient used to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance in the body. It is the third most abundant mineral in the body and is required for the healthy functioning of several organs including the heart, kidneys, brain and muscular tissues. Potassium also plays an important role in keeping the body hydrated and… Read more »
We’ve all been there. It’s 3 pm and your head is getting heavier, it’s hard to focus and you know the afternoon slump has arrived. You need to increase energy levels stat. Resist the urge to reach for a coffee or sugary snack just because your defenses are down. While it’s true that your body… Read more »
Calcium performs numerous functions in our bodies. We use more than 90 percent of calcium to keep our bones and teeth strong, supporting skeletal function and structure. The rest of the calcium is utilized in blood clotting, muscle contraction, nerve function and cell signaling. Calcium also plays a key role in maintaining a regular heartbeat…. Read more »
Many people are starting to venture farther away from home and take vacations. Chances are there are some new items on your packing list this year – face masks, hand sanitizer and antibacterial wipes. But there’s another important item you should add to your packing list – probiotics. We all know what it’s like to… Read more »
Probiotics help restore the beneficial gut bacteria that may have been depleted as a result of poor diet, the overuse of antibiotics, food poisoning or environmental toxins, and promote overall health and well-being. There are 400 to 500 species of bacteria living in your gut or gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Probiotic (the good) bacteria have many… Read more »
Warm weather and fresh garden vegetables are the perfect combination for a summer salad. However, not all salads are created equally. Have you ever eaten a huge salad for lunch or dinner and felt stuffed — only to wonder why you’re starving a couple hours later? Was your salad just a big bowl of veggies? While… Read more »