People look at food labels for a variety of reasons. But whatever the reason, many consumers would like to know how to use this information more effectively and easily. The following label-reading skills are intended to make it easier for you to use the Nutrition...
Many foods are healthy and good for you, but it takes a special food to achieve “superfood” status. Avocado is one of the hottest superfoods on the market right now. Its versatility allows it to be added to a number of recipes improving their texture and flavor....
Grocery shopping is one chore that everyone has to do at some point, but not many people enjoy it. It can feel like there are so many choices, yet not enough time to choose healthy items that don’t cost a fortune or create enough meals to get you through the week. ...
Have you ever visited the doctor’s office and discovered your blood pressure was higher than you expected? High Blood Pressure is a condition that can go unnoticed for many years. Although the real cause of high blood pressure is not known, your lifestyle...
Food advertising is aimed to reach a wide range of people and age levels through various sources and platforms. Advertisements can easily sway one’s food choices, especially for adolescents and younger children. Food companies spend a lot of time and money to...
No matter who you are, dieting is an invariably difficult process. Even the most dedicated, strong-willed person can fall into one of many pitfalls. Losing those extra pounds is not nearly as easy as putting them on. Whether you have 5 or 105 pounds to lose, here are...
You don’t have to be an expert to appreciate the benefits of getting a good night’s sleep. Not only does lack of sleep make you feel groggy and irritable, but sleep also plays a critical role in everything from boosting your immune system to improving your memory and...
You could have prediabetes, but you may not know it. More than one in three adults in the United States has prediabetes. Prediabetes means that your blood glucose, or blood sugar, levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be called diabetes. Glucose comes...
Living a healthy lifestyle means staying in tune with your body and listening to what it tells you. When it comes to nutrition, you do your best to get all the right nutrients to stay energized and nourished. Vitamins are there to complement the nutrients you get from...
It’s good to add more fruits and vegetables to your diet for a variety of health benefits, including losing weight. Whether you cook at home or eat out, try these easy ways to sneak more colorful, nutritious and delicious vegetables and fruits into your snacks and...
