Do’s: Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables from the colors of the rainbow. Every color represents different vitamins and minerals that are essential for good health—so eat up! Try to include dark, rich yellow, red, and orange colored fruits and vegetables to your daily meal plans. These are rich in antioxidants and other nutrients…

Have you heard that grilling can be unsafe? How about the link between grilling and cancer? Unfortunately, when meat hits intense heat there are two compounds that are formed; Heterocyclic Amines (HCA) and Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH). These two compounds are cancer forming agents. So how are these compounds formed? HCA and PAH are mostly…

Halloween night is an event that kids of all ages look forward to throughout the year.  It’s a time when they can dress up in crazy costumes, hang out with their friends, and collect a ton of candy.  Encouraging children from a young age to incorporate treats in moderation is your best bet for surviving…

While there aren’t many foods that naturally contain vitamin D, there are plenty of fortified foods to make up for it. The best sources of naturally occurring vitamin D are tuna, mackerel, and salmon, as well as fish liver oils. Small amounts of the vitamin can be found in beef liver, cheese, and egg yolks….

Do you think that committing to weight training requires a lot of time? Think again! In just two to three 20 minute sessions of resistance training each week you’ll begin to see and feel serious improvements in your body. Not only does resistance training give you strength, but it also tones your muscles, improves your…

Words You May See On Packages What They Mean whole grain [name of grain] whole wheat whole [other grain] stoneground whole [grain] brown rice oats, oatmeal (including old-fashioned oatmeal, instant oatmeal) wheatberries YES — Contains all parts of the grain, so you’re getting all the nutrients of the whole grain wheat flour semolina durum wheat…

Sometimes your mind needs a bit of a workout just like your body. If you want to increase your energy, feel happier, relax more, sleep soundly, or sharpen your memory, keep reading to learn how! Problem: It’s 3 pm and you’re ready for a nap…on your desk! Solution: Taking a quick walk or even just…

Regular check-ups with your physician will allow you to keep on top of your current blood pressure.  It is up to you to help reduce your risk of high blood pressure by maintaining a healthy eating plan low in sodium, a healthy body weight and regular exercise. Lowering your Sodium Intake Lowering your intake of…

There are many factors that determine who will develop osteoporosis. Certain people are more likely to develop osteoporosis than others. The risk factors that increase the likelihood of developing osteoporosis are noted below. Women have a greater risk of developing osteoporosis because women have less bone tissue and lose bone more rapidly than men. Women…

Quitting smoking does not mean that you will automatically gain weight. Among people who do, the average weight gain is between 6 and 8 pounds. Roughly 10 percent of people who stop smoking gain a large amount of weight—30 pounds or more. You can control your weight while you quit smoking by making healthy eating…

Bones become bigger, stronger and denser the more you place demands on it. If you do not engage in activity that puts a stress on your bones, then they do not receive any messages that they need to be strong. Those who do not exercise run the risk of having lower bone mass or density….

Safe Defrosting Turkeys must be kept at a safe temperature during thawing. While frozen, a turkey is safe indefinitely. However, as soon as it begins to defrost, any bacteria that may have been present before freezing can begin to grow again. A package of frozen meat or poultry left thawing on the counter more than…

Plan ahead. Make sure you have appropriate clothing available before you make plans to go for an outdoor adventure. Tell family and friends where you will be going. Start slow. Don’t forget to stretch and warm up. It’s cold out, so you will probably feel cold when you first start out. As you keep on…

Beef: Allspice, basil, bayleaf, caraway, curry, chives, cumin, dill weed, dry mustard, green pepper, garlic, grape jelly, mace, marjoram, fresh mushrooms, nutmeg, rosemary, onion, oregano, parsley, pepper, sage, savory, tarragon, tomato, thyme and wine. Fish: Basil, bayleaf, curry powder, dillweed, dry mustard, ginger, green pepper, lemon juice, marjoram, fresh mushrooms, fresh ground pepper, paprika, parsley,…

Choosing a healthy eating plan is a great way to lose weight, feel more energetic, and reduce your risk of disease. Consider some of the following tips for adapting to your new way of life — try one or two a week until you’ve completed all. If you now eat 1 or 2 vegetables a…

Plan ahead.  Think about the available meal options, and aim for a place offering a wide variety of menu items. Read the menu carefully.  Take your time when reviewing menu options.  Make sure to check for a “healthy” section.  Red flag words to look out for: batter-fried, pan-fried, buttered, creamed, crispy, breaded.  Choose these foods…