Skinny on Dietary Fat
Believe it or not, you shouldn’t try to eliminate all fat from your diet. Some fats actually promote good health. Fat is a major source of energy and it helps the body absorb vitamins and minerals. Fat is needed for…
Boost Your Brain Power
Can’t find your keys? Having trouble remembering the name of the restaurant you were at at last month? Perhaps you need to improve your brain power. Better memory, sharper thinking and enhanced creativity are just a few of the benefits…
Don’t Be a Slouch!
“Sit up straight!” Most of us probably had parents and teachers direct that timeless bit of advice to us as children. Well, it turns out that they were on to something! Good posture and how you hold your body is…
Nutrition Labels
If you have a clear understanding of the nutritional value of packaged food that you are considering, you can make healthier choices. Here are a few tips to help navigate Nutrition Facts labels. Start by checking out the Serving Size.…
Action Is Needed: Horizon BCBS
Anyone having Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield or know of others who do, PLEASE share this link to sign a petition: https://p2a.co/7ioySQL Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield is in process of enlisting with a third party company to review your…
Wearable Fitness Technology
Fitness technology has become increasingly popular. Wearable technology has evolved from simple pedometers and wrist watches to devices that connect to the internet or your smartphone for long-term tracking of your fitness data. Not everyone may need or want to…
Soluble & Insoluble Fiber
When we think about dietary fiber, most of us think primarily about digestive functions. However, consuming foods high in fiber can do a lot more than keep us “regular.” Incorporating plenty of fiber into our diets can lower the risk…
Do You Snore?
Do You Snore? Have you been waking up feeling tired? Do you have trouble concentrating during the day due to fatigue? Does your spouse complain that you are raising the roof with your loud snoring? Snoring is noisy breathing during…
Choosing the Right Workout Shoe
Athletic footwear is meant to prevent injury and optimize performance. Decades ago, the sports shoe consumer had very few options other than the all-purpose sneaker. Today’s athletes have hundreds of choices designed for every sport and activity. It is important…
Corn Syrup vs High-Fructose Corn Syrup
Americans love food that tastes good and we find that food and drink companies are adding high-fructose corn syrup as a sweetener to enhance flavors. Why are companies choosing this over other sweeteners? Is there a difference between corn syrup…
