Easter Candy Countdown: How to Dodge the Sugar Rush
Watch Your Calories this Easter: Choosing Healthier Candy! As Easter approaches, it's a time for celebration, family gatherings, and, of course, indulging in delicious treats. However, for those mindful of their health, it's essential to be [...]
Read MoreDinner Ready in 20: Pesto Pasta Salad
Grill, crockpot or bake a few extra pounds of chicken ahead of time, or buy a rotisserie chicken on the way home. As long as you have some cooked chicken and this recipe and just five additional ingredients, you can have a healthy supper on the [...]
Read MoreDinner Ready in 20: Chicken and Veggie Power Bowls
Grill, crockpot or bake a few extra pounds of chicken ahead of time, or buy a rotisserie chicken on the way home. As long as you have some cooked chicken on hand, with just five additional ingredients, you can have a healthy balanced dinner on [...]
Read MoreTips and Tricks for Top-Shelf Summer Burgers
There’s no better summer comfort food than a juicy grilled hamburger. These tips and tricks can help you optimize flavor and nutrition as you grill yours this summer. Meat Choices Really Matter Most grill masters opt for 4 ounces of 80% ground [...]
Read MoreTips to Optimize Your Metabolism
Managing your weight can be a lifelong battle. You may wonder if it has something to do with your metabolism. This is the process in which your body converts your food and drink into energy. Your size, sex and age can affect your metabolism in [...]
Read MoreHow Prebiotic and Probiotic Foods Affect Your Gut Health
You keep hearing about probiotics, and now, prebiotics, but what exactly are these foods? What do they do? “The key to a healthy gut is nourishing the microbiome bacteria,” said Dawn Flickema, MD, Avera Medical Group Integrative Medicine. “Wh [...]
Read MoreSix Nutrition Tips for Colon Health
While regular screenings are the most important step to colon cancer prevention, nutrition plays a vital role. This National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we explore the impact of diet on gastrointestinal wellness. “The best foods we can [...]
Read MoreFactors of Weight Loss
As the year turns to 2021, many people have shifted their focus to their New Year’s Resolutions and what they’d like to accomplish. For some, a New Year’s Resolution could involve a vacation, better spending, less screen time, or paying off stu [...]
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