Diet & Nutrition

Heart-Healthy Fruits And Vegetables To Eat This Winter

By Sarah Edwards
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December 07, 2023
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This winter, one goal to consider is to add heart-healthy fruits and vegetables to your diet. Diet is a crucial factor in determining your risk for heart disease, and the wrong food choices could make you more likely to develop diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity …

5 Healthy Variations on Holiday Cookie Recipes

By Marissa Moore
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November 28, 2023

A delightful scene of a father preparing Christmas cookies with his children

If you’re trying to cook a little healthier for the holidays, substituting some ingredients can make a huge difference. Cookies are a holiday favorite but can be high in sugar. For those trying to live a healthier …

Foods for Kidney Health - What to Eat and What to Avoid

By Martin Miller
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November 27, 2023

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People with kidney disease need to watch their protein intake. Large amounts can leach calcium from the bones, which can lead to osteoporosis.

Fortunately, there are plenty of kidney-friendly proteins that are also low in sodium, potassium and phosphorus. Try arugula, a nutrient-dense green that’s …

The Worst Foods for People With Arthritis (Avoid These!)

By Jeremy Allen
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November 27, 2023

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A healthy diet helps prevent inflammation and relieve arthritis symptoms. You should avoid foods that aggravate joint pain, and consume antioxidant-rich foods like berries, dark leafy greens and coloured vegetables.

You should also reduce your consumption of refined sugar, which triggers the release of inflammatory chemicals …

Essential Food Safety Tips for the Holiday Season

By Marissa Moore
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November 16, 2023
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The holidays bring together many families and friends for gatherings and good home-cooked food. Ensuring you cook and store food properly can help keep you and your family safe from food-borne illnesses.

If you're new to food safety, you're in the right spot. These tips can …

The Best Foods to Prevent Dry Eyes

By Kimberly Hughes
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October 04, 2023

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Foods to prevent dry eyes include foods that are rich in nutrients needed for good eye health. For example, vitamin A deficiency is often accompanied by dry eyes. Orange fruits and vegetables, such as carrots, sweet potatoes, and spinach, are rich in beta carotene, which the …

Mistakes to Avoid to Maintain Good Bladder Health

By Teresa Robinson
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September 29, 2023
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A healthy bladder is key to good overall health. Certain foods and drinks (such as soda, artificial sweeteners, caffeine, spicy food and tomato-based foods) can irritate the bladder and affect how it signals your body to urinate.

Keeping a balanced diet that includes plenty of high-fiber …

Human Foods That Are Safe For Cats to Eat

By Teresa Robinson
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September 29, 2023
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There are a number of human foods that are safe for cats to eat. These include vegetables such as cucumbers, steamed broccoli and carrots. They can also enjoy pieces of melon or deseeded watermelon, and hard cheeses like parmesan in moderation.

Cooked beef is a healthy …

Things to Avoid Before Bedtime For a Good Night's Sleep

By Teresa Robinson
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September 29, 2023
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You probably already know that a big meal or snacking on the wrong foods just before bed can negatively impact your sleep. But did you know that what you eat and drink before bed can also impact how well you sleep?

Foods that contain too much …

5 Foods That Help Lower Cholesterol

By Teresa Robinson
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September 29, 2023
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A diet that's high in processed and packaged convenience foods sends cholesterol levels skyrocketing. To lower bad cholesterol, limit trans fats found in biscuits, some breakfast sandwiches, microwave popcorn, doughnuts and fried fast foods; cut out salt by cooking with canola, safflower, sunflower or olive (extra …

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