FOOD &
FITNESS
Your Holiday Survival Guide for Diabetes
‘Tis the season for family, friends and food! It can be difficult not going overboard in the upcoming months, but here are a few tips for your ultimate holiday survival guide if you have diabetes or not. …
Pumpkin Meatballs
A fall twist to meatballs. Not only does adding pumpkin enhance the flavor, but it's also an excellent source of fiber and vitamin A, which is good for your vision, bones and skin. …
Roasted Winter Squash Soup
Warm soups are great on chilly nights. Try our Roasted Winter Squash Soup recipe today. …
Eggplant Parmesan Sandwiches
An egg substitute and fat-free cheeses make these eggplant Parmesan sandwiches healthy and delicious. …
Roasted Winter Squash Soup
Warm soups are great on chilly nights. Try our Roasted Winter Squash Soup recipe today. …
Eggplant Parmesan Sandwiches
An egg substitute and fat-free cheeses make these eggplant Parmesan sandwiches healthy and delicious. …
Raspberry-Lemon Chiffon Icebox Cake
A Raspberry-Lemon Chiffon Icebox Cake is a delightful and refreshing dessert that combines the flavors of tangy lemon and sweet raspberries in a light and airy treat. …
Stacked Fruit Salad for One
For the dog days of summer, try this cool stacked fruit salad for dessert, snack or part of a meal. Substitute any fruit you have on hand or that is in season. …
Italian Sausage Bean Soup
If your ingredients are flavorful, you don't need a lot of fat. A single Italian sausage link will do. Once your beans are cooked, this Italian sausage bean soup takes no time at all. …
Got a Picky Eater on Your Hands?
Sometimes, despite your best efforts at cooking tasty, healthy meals for your child, your picky eater refuses to eat what’s on the plate. The hotdog octopus sitting on top of the whole wheat spaghetti just isn’t cutting it. …
Updated Macaroni and Cheese
Nearly 1 in 5 American children is at increased risk for serious health problems because of obesity. To help your kids maintain a healthy weight, keep them active, and try some new low-calorie, kid-friendly recipes, like this lower-fat version of a true classic kids love. …
Eating During the COVID Crisis
During this COVID-19 pandemic, maintaining good nutrition can be a challenge. Here are some tips on planning and preparing balanced meals during this time to provide nutrition, satisfaction and, yes, comfort for you and your family. You may find yourself or your children constantly eating …
Cardiovascular Fitness – A Powerful Predictor of Health and Longevity
If you’re looking to lower your risk of heart disease as you age, there is great news ahead! Research indicates you can lower your risk by improving your cardiovascular fitness, even as you age. Cardiovascular fitness is a powerful predictor of health and longevity, so …
5 Yoga Poses to Ease Lower Back Pain
Back pain is anything but rare. While it’s not always something worth worrying about, why be in pain if there are simple things you can do to help relieve it? Yoga is a form of exercise that teaches breath control, posture, flexibility and meditation. The …
Hiking Safety 101
Who doesn’t like to take a leisurely stroll outdoors? Want to take it up a notch? Try hiking. Hiking is an activity for all ages and fitness levels, whether you’re taking a walk through a local park or climbing summits across New England. You can …
Working Out: Are Energy Gels Better than Sports Drinks?
Water and sports drinks have been the go-to drinks for workouts. But, are there other options now? With innovations of glycogen products, athletes do have more options. …
