Food
Are you trying to flatten your belly? While exercising is key to toning your midsection, you also need to tackle your diet. “After 40, our bodies become more sensitive to blood sugar swings and muscle loss,” says Tara Collingwood, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD/N, ACSM-CPT, a Board Certified Sports Dietitian and co-author of the Flat Belly…
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) – The holiday season often comes with lots of delicious comfort meals and sweet treats. A dietician at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center shared her tips and tricks with FOX 12 to encourage everyone to keep up their healthy eating habits. From Halloween candy to Thanksgiving dinner, to Christmas celebrations, and more,…
Coffee may offer a much-needed pick-me-up in the morning, but it won’t give you energy that lasts all day. This is why it is essential to eat a healthy breakfast, especially as you age. “Coffee gives you a jolt, but food gives you fuel. After 40, your body runs best on real energy from protein…
Key Takeaways A grocery support program helped Black adults lower their blood pressure in a food desert Black people had lower overall blood pressure, as well as lower ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol, after getting healthy home-delivered groceries However, their levels returned to normal within three months after the program’s end THURSDAY, Nov. 13, 2025 (HealthDay News)…
Cottage cheese is a nutrient-packed, versatile ingredient that can be enjoyed in many dishes. Look for options with at least 12 grams of protein per serving, no more than 300 mg sodium and a fat content that suits your needs. Enjoy it on toast, mixed with eggs or on its own for a delicious, protein-rich…
What’s not to love about these high-fiber one-pot dishes? Each delicious serving offers at least 6 grams of fiber, which can benefit your digestion, heart health and longevity. These meals are also made with plenty of anti-inflammatory foods like whole grains, legumes, healthy fats and vegetables to help your body combat pesky symptoms of inflammation…
Cooking oils are one of those pantry staples we all think we understand…until you actually start comparing them. Take olive oil and coconut oil, for example. Both have earned loyal followings thanks to their touted health benefits, but they’re not interchangeable. One drizzles beautifully on a salad; the other brings a tropical flair to a…
The NOVA food classification system has been causing unnecessary confusion about which foods are “ultraprocessed.” It was developed by the Center for Epidemiological Studies in Health and Nutrition, School of Public Health at the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil, and it groups foods by their level of processing and recommends avoiding “ultraprocessed foods” like candy and…
After a busy day, there’s nothing better than coming home to a dinner that’s already done—and smells incredible. These highly-rated vegetarian slow cooker recipes are full of nourishing produce, making them delicious options whether you’re fully vegetarian or just looking to incorporate meatless meals in your diet. Try options like our Slow-Cooker Sun-Dried Tomato and…
Thanksgiving is all about the food: turkey, ham, stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, sweet potatoes, roasted veggies and pumpkin pie … OK, we’ll stop making you drool. But clearly we’re counting down the days to enjoy our favorite comfort meal of the year and days’ worth of delicious leftovers. For the hosts…