Spinach and Strawberry Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette This salad will please palates of all ages! The base of the vinaigrette is Greek yogurt which provides a creamy flavor with added nutritional benefit. Whole grain croutons pack a wonderful crunch. Simply add sustainable, lean protein to complete this entrée salad! Nutrition Spotlight Calorie for calorie, […]
Your body has survived a lot during the pandemic: stress, uncertainty at work and at home, and, for some of us, even COVID-19. So many things about living through a pandemic — isolation from friends and extended family, fewer places to go, fewer ways to get in the workout, more comfort eating — can take […]
Grains are also known as kernels. They are the seed of a plant and are made of three main parts: the bran, endosperm and germ. The bran is the outer layer of a grain and has fiber, vitamins, minerals and other antioxidants. The middle layer is the endosperm, which has starchy carbohydrates, protein and some vitamins and […]
We all know we should eat more fruits and vegetables, specifically 5-9 servings every day, but only 1 in 10 Americans reach the goal. One of the easiest ways to increase that number is to choose frozen or canned produce, but navigating the health benefits can be tricky. Is fresh produce the healthiest? Should you […]
There’s nothing like the comforting goodness of a bowl of mashed potatoes or a not-so-healthy side of salted french fries. The white potatoe is one delicious vegetable that doesn’t disappoint fried and diced or mashed and boiled. However, it’s part of the family of nightshade vegetables which have, unfortunately, gotten a pretty bad rap over […]
Health experts spend a lot of time talking about unhealthy foods to avoid like those high in fat, sugar and cholesterol. But with so many great foods to choose from, it’s worth taking the time to learn about the natural, unprocessed foods that provide the greatest health benefits. These “superfoods” can and should be incorporated […]
It’s Superbowl time, and WakeMed Dietitians Monika Kraus and Kristin Clowes want to help you make choices that are good for your heart. You can enjoy foods that are a tantilizing touchdown for your tastebuds — without being artery clogging, heartburn-inducing takedowns for your heart. Check out these heart-healthy swaps. Baked Parmesan Zucchini Fries Don’t […]
*This article was originally printed in Fall 2020 issue of Heart to Heart Magazine. Fall is here. Before it’s gone, take the time to enjoy the many heart healthy benefits of apples. In North Carolina, apples are in season from late August through February with prime picking months occurring in September and October. Whether you […]
Thanks to technology and improvements in medicine, people are living longer. As a result, it’s more important than ever to develop healthy habits as we get older. While your genetics may play a significant role in the aging process, aging adults can still take steps to encourage better health. In this article, we review some […]
What’s been an emotionally-taxing several months for many of us has led to another potentially hazardous health problem – weight gain. Unfortunately, widespread weight gain is becoming all too common after months of unhealthy habits including a lack of physical activity and overeating that can be difficult to avoid amidst the COVID-19 chaos. There are […]
