The hustle and bustle is upon us. Back to school season brings with it a calendar chockful of school programs, extracurricular activities, social engagements, homework and volunteerism. In the scramble to be on time and prepared, a major concern is what to eat — that’s fast. Figuring out what to pack for lunch and snack […]
*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 […]
Summer is here in North Carolina, so zucchini is abundant – leaving many wondering how to incorporate this healthful food into your diet. While not everyone agrees on the flavor of zucchini – there’s no denying how good it is for you. The truth is, though – zucchini is so mild in flavor that it […]
We’ve been hearing a lot about preparation recently, but it is difficult to figure out the best way to prepare when there is an undercurrent of fear and uncertainty. We’ve seen what not to do (like panic buy toilet paper), but what actually makes sense? Quick Tips to Stay Prepared in Times of Uncertainty #1 […]
Happy Halloween! If you’re feeling a little anxious about how to navigate this candy-filled holiday, you’re not alone. Parents in particular may feel a little stressed. They want their children to avoid the same mistakes they made, and Halloween seems like a particularly good time to impart some wisdom. Maybe the holiday gives flashbacks of […]
Once you have committed to what you want to achieve, no matter what area of your life, the next step is to set a goal. Goal setting helps you to concentrate on your efforts and keeps you motivated. If previous health and wellness goals have left you discouraged or frustrated, try setting S.M.A.R.T (Specific, Measurable, Attainable/Achievable, Realistic, […]
View a printable version of this recipe. This delicious, heart-healthy recipe was recently featured at the 2019 Thrive NC Festival. Give it a try, and let us know what you think! Thai Noodle Salad Serves 6 Rice Noodle Salad INGREDIENTS 5 oz rice noodles (vermicelli or flat noodles) 1/2 cup julienne cucumbers 1/4 cup julienne […]
The New York Times recently developed an interactive tool to help us see how hard it is to stay under the recommended max of 50 grams of sugar per day. This tool accompanied an Op-Ed written by an New York Times reporter who had successfully eliminated sugar from his diet for an entire month. For […]
#1 – Eat Breakfast. You can burn more calories each day by eating breakfast and you will have less of a chance of overeating at night. Peanut butter sandwich Homemade Egg McMuffin Banana sandwich Oatmeal w/blueberries Cereal & 1% milk #2 – Cut 100 Calories Out of Your Diet. It adds up! If you cut […]
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