Turning meal time into family time is one of the best things parents can do to help their children develop a healthy relationship with food. Parents are the ultimate role model and it’s from them that kids learn what they should eat. But for many parents, time is a barrier to sitting down to a … Continued
Prep this Italian classic in your slow cooker before you leave for work and come home to a delicious and healthy meal. Ingredients 3 pounds skinless chicken breast, legs and thighs 2 medium onions, sliced 8 oz sliced mushrooms 2 green or red peppers, cut into strips 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced (or 1 1⁄2 … Continued
These are just as delicious as the lettuce wraps at your favorite Asian restaurant – but made healthier with the addition of extra vegetables. Serves 4. Ingredients 1 head Boston, Romaine, or butterball lettuce 2 teaspoons canola or grapeseed oil 1 pound ground turkey or chicken 2 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and finely … Continued
Childhood obesity is on the rise. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five kids ages 18 or younger is obese. Furthermore, the number of kids affected by obesity has tripled since the 1970s. Many factors contribute to childhood obesity: Sedentary lifestyles Lack of sleep Poor diets high in processed foods … Continued
Ladies: to take better care of those you love, you need to take care of yourself first. But juggling a busy career with being the main caregiver for family members often forces women to push their own health concerns to the back burner. It’s time to stop playing second fiddle. By being more proactive about … Continued
Up to 20 percent of American adults experience occasional heartburn. Many people chalk it up to eating a spicy or fatty meal. But if it starts occurring more frequently, it could be caused by something more serious, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into your esophagus, eventually … Continued
These days, it seems more people than ever are experiencing digestive issues, such as gas, bloating and upset stomach. This is often due to lifestyle factors – convenience is king and people are dining out more and consuming processed foods. However, there are many issues that play into digestive health. Here are eight simple things … Continued
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men in the United States. In fact, it’s the cause of one in four male deaths. Even scarier, more than half of men who suddenly die from a coronary artery disease had no previous symptoms. There are … Continued
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in American men. The good news is that there’s a lot you can do to keep your prostate healthy. Understanding your risk for prostate cancer is a good start. A few factors that may increase your risk include: Being 50 years of age or older African-American race … Continued
When sick or injured, men often think they can tough it out. But medical conditions don’t care how tough you are and can affect even the strongest men. The only way to beat them is to start owning your health. Men are more likely than women to die from serious health issues, such as heart … Continued