What’s your favorite holiday dish? According to a 2020 Statista survey, the top five American dishes are turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing/dressing, bread and ham. Is your mouth watering yet because most of America is ready to pile it on? No doubt, the holidays are synonymous with delicious, wholesome and satisfying dishes. However, our favorite dishes […]
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Cool, Crunchy Cucumbers – A Heart Healthy Summer Favorite
Pickled, smashed, or tossed on a salad — cucumbers are a versatile and hydrating food to enjoy as part of a heart-healthy diet. Offering a cooling effect and a versatile flavor profile, they’re the perfect summer vegetable. The great news is that cucumbers are easy to find in North Carolina, as our state ranks third […]
Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes
Rich, comforting goodness is what we want for Thanksgiving, and with the help of WakeMed dietitian, Monika Kraus, MS, RD, LDN, we can enjoy the most delicious holiday recipes without the guilt. Try out these four, proven recipes, ranging from desserts and entrees to fruits and veggies. You just might find that they become fan […]
The Plate Method After Bariatric Surgery
One of the main facilitators of weight loss after any bariatric surgery is the built-in portion control provided by the smaller gastric sleeve or pouch. Did you know, in the early weeks following surgery, it can be difficult to fit more than three or four ounces (or about 1/3 cup) of food in the stomach […]
Chill Out with Fall Harvest Treats
Freeze Your Favorites Summer and fall are seasons of abundant harvests, so we asked Macon Guidry, RD, WakeMed Outpatient Nutrition, for tips on what to do with your extra seasonal favorites. Savor those flavors a little longer with these cool ideas for using and preserving fresh fruits and veggies. After all, those crisp fall days […]
Ending Grocery Shopping Fiction: Shop the Perimeter of the Store
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 […]
Choose Your Own Adventure – Taking an Active Role in a Healthier Life
Have you ever read a “choose your own adventure” book? As a child, it was fun to me to be able to see how one choice played out versus another. “If Leonardo takes a train to the castle, turn to page 95. If Leonardo decides to walk to the castle, turn to page 57.” Choosing […]
Prioritizing Yourself
YOU are important! Many of us want our kids to be active, involved in sports and eat healthy foods. Why don’t we hold ourselves to the same standards? Even if you don’t have children, it’s easy to think you don’t have time for anything after work besides taking care of family, pets and household chores! […]
Celebrating Healthy Aging: Ways to Live More Healthfully
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 […]
5 Strategies to Add 10+ Years to Your Life
*This article originally appeared in WakeMed’s Heart to Heart Magazine. Do you want to really enjoy your golden years? Living longer can provide an opportunity to enjoy retirement, travel, spend time with grandchildren or simply take time to slow down while feeling your best. Most of us know adopting a heart healthy lifestyle can improve […]
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