We all know that too much sugar is not good for us. Added sugars, or sugars and caloric sweeteners that are added to foods and beverages when they are processed or prepared, contribute to excess caloric intake and provide little to no nutritional value. Consequently, sugar can lead to serious health concerns, such as poor […]
Every so often, a new “super food” hits the market, and people flock to it with the hopes of finding the secret to perfect health. A long list of foods have been touted as having “superpowers,” including Acai berries, Goji berries, pomegranate juice, coconut oil, coconut water, kale and chia seeds, just to name a few. The latest super food getting lots […]
Summer is the season for fresh, delicious produce. From traditional fruits and vegetables, like corn-on-the-cob and watermelon, to the not-so-common ones, such as the tomatillo and the passion fruit, everything seems to be ripe and abundant. To help you figure out what you can do with all of these seasonal goodies, here are some healthy summer recipes from […]
In the summer 2014 issue of WakeMed’s Heart to Heart Magazine, four women shared stories about supporting a loved one through heart attack recovery, surviving heart disease and managing high blood pressure. Supporting Role Jennifer Petty’s husband Chris suffered a heart attack after complaining about indigestion for a few days, then experiencing excruciating pain. After receiving stents in […]
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 […]
Donuts, cupcakes, freshly baked bread, beer, pasta with sauce and creamy ranch dressing – all can be categorized as some of life’s most enjoyable guilty pleasures. However, someone with Celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity would probably disagree. According to the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA), about one percent of Americans have celiac disease […]
Did you know North Carolina is in the stroke belt? It is true. North Carolina is one of 11 states in the country where residents have a higher incidence of stroke. This 11 state area is what medical experts call the stroke belt. It is very important to identify stroke symptoms early because receiving fast […]
More and more families are managing the challenge of having one child who is overweight and one child who is struggling to gain. Many factors can contribute to this discrepancy, including individual genetic factors that affect metabolism, medications that may suppress appetite (i.e. ADD/ADHD medications), disordered eating or an underlying medical disorder that is affecting […]
National Nutrition Month continues at WakeMed. To celebrate, Café 3000 (on the Raleigh Campus) offered a “Create Your Own” Legume & Ancient Grain Salad. Hungry diners had the opportunity to create their own nutritious salads from a variety of wholesome toppings, including farro grain, wheat berries, bulgur, fruits, nuts, cheeses, tuna, chicken and tomatoes. Learn more about the […]
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 […]
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