Clean Eating has become a buzz word in nutrition. There are clean eating books, magazines and websites. While this may be a newer term, it is not a new way of eating. In fact, it’s taking a step back and eating foods closer to the way they were prepared by our ancestors. So, what does […]
Category Archives: Heart Health
Cereal That Won’t Leave You Hungry Mid-Morning
When you walk through the grocery store, it is easy to see that cereal is one of the most popular breakfast choices. After all, how many other foods take up an entire isle of the store? Cereal can be a great choice because it is quick and easy, it tastes great and it can be […]
Fat-Free Vs. Regular: What Should I Choose?
Food shopping can be so confusing, especially with all of the different health claims and information on product labels. One question that people often ask is whether they should choose reduced-fat or regular products. The answer to that question really depends on the product, and reading the food label can be the best way to […]
Designing a Good Exercise Program: Part II
This is Part II of a series focusing on how to build a balanced exercise program. As mentioned previously, there are three key components that should be included in every exercise regiment: Aerobic Exercise Strength/ Resistance Training Flexibility/ Stretching Today, I will focus on information about strength/weight training, which is the final key component of a balanced […]
Designing a Good Exercise Program
To get the maximum benefits out of your workouts and to reduce the risk of injury, it is very important to have a balanced exercise program. There are three key components that should be included in every exercise regiment: Aerobic Exercise Strength/ Resistance Training Flexibility/ Stretching For general health benefits, approximately 60% of exercise time […]
Healthy Tailgate Foods
Football can make weekends a time to look forward to in the Fall. However, along with action-packed games, comes calorie-packed foods for many football fans. From tailgates to take-out, many of the traditional game-day foods are unhealthy, but the following tips can help to modify your menu so you can enjoy many seasons to come: […]
Not All Fats Are Created Equal
Often, fats are referred to as “good” fats or “bad” fats. But what makes a fat “good” or “bad”, and which foods contain these different types of fats? Fats are often defined as good or bad based on how they affect heart health. Some fats can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke by […]
Are you at risk for metabolic syndrome?
What is Metabolic Syndrome? Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) is a “group of risk factors that increases the risk for heart disease, diabetes, stroke and perhaps some types of cancer.” Currently there is not one set definition used to diagnose MetS but one commonly used definition comes from the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) Adult Treatment Panel […]
Plants Sterols and Stanols May Improve Cholesterol Levels
Did you know plants can improve your cholesterol? Sterols and stanols, which are components of plant membranes, structurally resemble cholesterol. In fact, their structures are so similar to cholesterol that our bodies can’t distinguish the difference. However, plant sterols and stanols are either not absorbed or minimally absorbed in the body. When they are present in sufficient quantities […]
Whole Grains: They May Help Fight the Belly Bulge
According to a study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition whole grains can slim down your belly. It was found that a reduced calorie diet that is high in whole grains may help reduce the percentage of body fat around the waist more than a reduced calorie diet that includes refined grains. MSNBC reported […]