Tonight’s the big game! And since American Heart Month is nearly at halftime, let’s look at how stress affects the body and how it should be managed. We want your heart to be the real winner this year! Good Stress vs. Bad Stress We all experience stressful moments; however, leaving that stress unchecked can create […]
From the Super Bowl to March Madness, it’s game day season. WakeMed registered dietitian Monika Kraus and WakeMed dietic intern Maggie Darden want to help you make choices that are good for your heart. You can enjoy foods that are a tantalizing touchdown for your tastebuds — without being artery clogging, heartburn-inducing takedowns for your […]
Need a way to “tackle” the lack of healthy options at your Superbowl party? Easy Swap: Change Out the Dressing! Swap ranch dip for a hummus dip to go with your veggies. Hummus is packed with fiber to keep you full and contains heart- healthy ingredients, such as chickpeas, to help reduce “bad” cholesterol (LDL). […]
Here are some tips for some “heart healthy” snacks that are sure to land a ‘touch down’ among die hard fans on Super Bowl Sunday ;) 8 Heart Healthy Snack Swaps #1 – Chicken Wings Bake wings instead of frying. Pull the skin off of the wings before baking to remove most of the fat. […]
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