Oct 11, 2016 | Blog, Healthy Eating, Meal Planning
No matter how dedicated you are to your weight-loss program, hunger pangs can quickly derail your progress. When your stomach growls, it’s tempting to reach for the first edible item you see, whether it’s healthy or not. Avoiding temptation is as simple as adding high...
Oct 5, 2016 | Blog, Heart Health, Stress Management
We live in a world where stress is commonplace. What people may not realize is how damaging too much stress can be on the body. It can adversely affect anyone, particularly individuals suffering from heart disease, but understanding the root of your stress and how to...
Sep 27, 2016 | Blog, Diabetes
Think you don’t have to worry about diabetes? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost 10 percent of people in the U.S. have the condition, and at least 1 in 3 will develop Type 2 diabetes in their lifetime. Recognizing diabetes symptoms...
Sep 20, 2016 | Blog, Weight Loss
If you want to lose weight, just don’t eat…It’s a logical thought, right? Unfortunately, the evidence to support this popular form of restrictive eating isn’t so cut and dried. Take a minute to check out these “fast facts” before you try fasting diets in the...
Sep 14, 2016 | Blog, Nutrition Supplements
One of the hottest health food trends right now is probiotics. Phrases like “good bacteria” are popping up everywhere, from commercials to articles to product packaging. They promise to do everything from boosting the immune system to alleviating constipation to...
Sep 7, 2016 | Blog, Hydration
The “dog days of summer” can be extremely hot, and that means the body will need more liquids, especially water, to maintain a hydrated state. But exactly how much water should you drink for optimal health? The answer depends on a number of factors as well as an...
