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Our kidneys may be small, but they’re important to our everyday health. Kidneys filter all your blood every 30 minutes, while also removing waste, managing your blood pressure and more. A recent study revealed that chronic kidney disease is now the ninth leading cause of death worldwide. Eating a balanced diet full of nutrients is…
We are entering the “season of eating.” It starts on Halloween and does not end until after the New Year. With all the candy from Halloween still lingering in the pantry, we are approaching a time of holiday parties, family gatherings and perhaps a bit of overeating some of our favorite treats. I often remind…
What we eat has a powerful influence on how we age. The right nutrients can boost energy, protect against chronic disease, and keep our bodies and minds strong. There’s no single “longevity diet,” but some foods are rich in compounds that support cellular health and help slow the effects of aging. With expert insights from…
Registered Nurse Health Educator Hilda Ramirez expresses the importance of being healthy VICTORIA, Texas – The Texas A&M Coastal Bend Health Education Center is providing free A1C screenings for individuals with diabetes as part of an initiative to encourage healthier living and help prevent diabetes-related complications. Registered Nurse Health Educator Hilda Ramirez,…
Your cholesterol levels can have a notable impact on your heart health. Factors like genetics and diet can cause high levels of LDL (“bad”) cholesterol to build up as plaque in your arteries. Luckily, these easy recipes are lower in saturated fat and high in fiber, which can help you support healthy cholesterol levels. Dishes…
There’s this old assumption that comfort food and healthy eating can’t sit at the same table. But what if I told you they’ve not only met, they’re on a first-name basis? Over the years, I’ve learned that being vegan doesn’t mean sacrificing indulgence. In fact, some of the most satisfying meals I’ve ever had were…
Vegan meal delivery service Sakara and Factor Meals have come together to create nine additional meals, now available to Factor subscribers starting Monday. This is huge news in the meal kit world, given that Sakara is one of the most expensive meal kits we’ve come across. Now, however, you can enjoy some of the company’s…
A local’s guide to the best breakfast in Pigeon Forge The Pigeon Forge dining scene is ever-growing, ever evolving. We’ve got gorillas and pigeons selling tacos now, so pretty much the sky is the limit. But breakfast? Ah my friends, breakfast is the last bastion of traditionalism in an ever changing world. Bacon. Biscuits. Sausage. Pancakes….
Welcome back to your monthly dose of doable healthy meals! For November, I’m leaning into warm, nourishing meals. After last month’s truly FAST meals, which took five to 10 minutes tops, this month’s meals do take a little longer than this whole “Lazy Girl” premise is supposed to, but that’s simply because of the time…
It’d be nice to whip up elaborate, homemade meals three times a day—complete with fresh, seasonal produce—but that’s not realistic for many of us. Especially during busy weekday mornings, quick options like yogurt, avocado toast, or overnight oats are much more likely. And let’s not forget one of the most popular breakfast foods in American…