Why are so many people gluten intolerant? The number of Americans who say they are gluten-free more than tripled from 2009 to 2014. But the number of Americans who have celiac disease stayed pretty much same (roughly 1% of the population). More people may be sensitive to gluten because of other underlying conditions. Chronic inflammation […]
One in 10 cardiovascular deaths worldwide has been attributed to consuming too much sodium. High sodium intake is associated with high blood pressure, kidney damage, and weight gain. Where do Americans get their sodium from? According the American Heart Association, on average, Americans consume 3,440 mg of sodium per day. Only a small amount of total […]
Did you know that your diet and lifestyle can not only affect your personal health, but it can also have a huge impact on community health and the health of our planet? As we witness extreme weather and heat waves, worsening air pollution and the spread of insect-borne disease, it is clearly evident that climate […]
Download a printable version of this blog post. Acid Reflux Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most common digestive issues. The two most typical symptoms are heartburn and a sour taste in your mouth. Millions of people take some form of prescription or over the counter medication, and a lot of money is […]
We live in what is known as the ‘stone belt’. That’s because there are increased risk factors for kidney stone formation. A lot of these kidney stone risk factors are lifestyle based. Making the necessary changes can help with preventing and reducing the frequency of kidney stones. More than 80% of kidney stones are made […]
There is information overload on topics related to nutrition, fitness and health. Websites, blogs, books, and other media outlets have all sorts of information on various diets. It is important to know what and who to trust! There’s no ONE diet that is right for everyone, so it is important to follow a healthful eating […]
Looking for a heart healthy, delicious dessert? Look no further! Check out this super easy, super healthy apple pomegranate crisp! Apple Pomegranate Crisp Yield: serves 4 Ingredients: 4 medium apples, peeled and cubed 1 cup pomegranate seeds 2 tablespoons brown sugar ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon ginger or pumpkin spice 1 cup […]
Forget Green Eggs & Ham! Add this green, heart healthy recipe as a side dish or as a filling for tacos or stuffed peppers or tomatoes. Green Rice & Beans Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 cup fresh spinach leaves 1 green chili – Serrano or jalapeno (or 4 oz. can of mild green chilies) 1 inch […]
Looking for a heart-healthy, savory dish that’s delicious any time of the day? Try this one-of-a-kind Savory Steel-Cut Oats Pilaf recipe! Savory Steel-Cut Oats Pilaf Serves 4 Ingredients 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 zucchini, diced 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced ½ cup frozen green beans 1 medium […]
Thanksgiving is all about spending time in the company of family and good food. It’s also a time when most people overindulge in food and beverages that aren’t so great for them, but you can change that this year! This Thanksgiving, why not swap those not-so-healthy food choices with some healthier options? Our dietitian, Parul, shows you […]
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