When talking about antioxidants, chances are visions of dark chocolate, juicy strawberries and pomegranate juice pop into your head. What about cinnamon or oregano? Creating meals using spices and herbs is one of the best ways to add color, taste and aroma (and antioxidants!) to foods without adding salt or fat. Antioxidants may help to […]
New research shows that the Mediterranean Diet may help slow the aging process, in addition to having a positive impact on heart health. The basis of the diet – not eating processed foods, limiting red meat and shaping meals around fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and beans – “appears to protect a person’s DNA from […]
There are many reasons why you should be eating your blueberries on a regular basis! #1 – Blueberries are full of fiber. They are full of fiber. One cup provides 14 percent of the recommended daily dose of fiber. Fiber helps keep you regular, is heart healthy and may help you keep your cholesterol in check. #2 […]
According to the Center for Disease Control, 5.1 million people in the United States have congestive heart failure (CHF), characterized by the heart’s inability to pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs. A history of coronary artery disease, heart attack, high blood pressure and heart valve problems increases the risk of CHF. The key […]
March is National Nutrition Month®, a time to spread awareness about healthy eating. This year’s theme is “Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right” which focuses on combining taste and nutrition to create healthy meals that follow USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Typically, people choose foods for taste, not nutrition. The good news is you can […]
It’s a common myth that healthy foods come with a high price tag. Here are tips on how to stock up on healthy foods without busting your budget. Planning is Key! Set aside an hour a week to write a shopping list before you head to the grocery store. Taking a list with you to […]
If you are aiming for a healthier kitchen to prepare healthier meals at home, there are several items that your refrigerator and freezer should always have in stock. The list below can serve as a guide while you grocery shop for healthy staples. Refrigerator: • Skim milk, 1 percent milk or fortified soy milk • Fresh fruit: […]
Daily life can be a juggling act – balancing work, family, kids’ activities and personal commitments can be overwhelming. That’s probably why Americans are eating out more and cooking at home less. According to a 2010 Harris interactive poll of 2,503 adults, 14 percent said they don’t enjoy cooking and seven percent said they don’t […]
Summer is officially in full swing, and it’s a perfect time to fire up the grill. In fact, July is National Grilling Month. But instead of preparing your typical hamburgers and hotdogs on the grill, try something healthier, such as seasonal fruits and veggies. Remember, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that you fill half […]
This week’s Cary Hospital Meatless Monday recipe contest winner is Michelle Van Vliet, RN, BSN, CNOR. Michelle works as an orthopaedic supervisor in the operating room. She says of her winning recipe, that “Risotto with Spring Vegetables is always a hit even with the meat lovers. It is usually served as a side dish, but […]
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