Tag: diet-nutrition

When you’re diabetic, you have to maintain a careful balance in your diet to ensure your blood sugar levels are stable. And when it comes to alcohol, you probably assume it’s totally off limits. The American Diabetes Association reports alcohol can drop your blood glucose significantly. And if your liver’s stores of glucose are totally used

Macaroni and cheese gets a bad rap for being an unhealthy indulgence — especially when referring to the canned or boxed variety. On the outside, macaroni and cheese is just cheese and carbs, but dive a little deeper, and you’ll find that America’s favorite comfort food has some surprising health benefits. While you probably shouldn’t

In some ways, Costco is like an exclusive members-only club for the most devout food samplers across America. While a trip to Costco usually involves a tasting of the most random items we can think of — read: a cheese quesadilla washed down with some fresh-squeezed orange juice — the aisles upon aisles of tastings

Failing to lose stubborn fat can be frustrating. You might feel like you’ve tried everything, and for some reason, nothing works. Hollywood personal trainer David Kingsbury understands the struggle, and has come up with the most effective tips for finally losing that weight. The author of Fitter Faster: Your Best Ever Body In Under 8

Parkinson’s can affect anyone, especially in later years. Males are more likely to get the disease, but it’s important for both aging males and females to know the signs. The following symptoms could signal Parkinson’s disease. Be sure to get checked out if you have one common irritable symptom (page 9). 1. You notice a

With the legalization of marijuana in a handful of states across the United States, CBD (cannabidiol) is having a moment. In fact, CBD oil has made such a splash that the FDA has started to take notice with its approval of CBD-based drug Epidiolex. What is CBD oil? CBD is a natural-occurring cannabinoid compound found

Dealing with constant stomach pain and other digestive problems isn’t fun. But you may have read about a surefire solution: Probiotics. Will they really work? Are they the miracle microbes you’ve read so much about? Can they also help you lose weight and fight high blood pressure? Whether you buy them in a bottle or

The old method of monitoring calorie intake and expenditure to stay lean isn’t really that reliable. More and more nutrition experts are saying the quality of calories matters just as much, maybe even more, than the exact quantity. Reaching for nutritious foods benefits your body in ways processed junk can’t come close to matching. Choose the

Apple cider vinegar has been touted as a homeopathic lightening rod in treating and aiding in many human maladies. It aids with digestion, lowers cholesterol, and may even have protective properties to prevent cancer. As with everything, moderation is the key. If you have too much apple cider vinegar, you could suffer from some very

Have you been thinking about shopping at Walmart, but you’ve been on the fence for a while? We might be able to help you with your decision. What you might not know is there are tons of perks that come with shopping at this superstore. Here are some surprising Walmart food facts that will make