The condition of your gut affects your overall health. To be more specific, your microbiome is what’s driving your gut health. But what does all of this mean? Your “gut” refers to your gastrointestinal tract (or GI tract, for short). It includes all parts of…
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Ask any nutrition or fitness expert and they’ll agree that getting healthier starts with your eating habits. You can run 20 miles a week, lift weights and get 8 hours of sleep every night (which are all great to do too!). But if you’re eating…
Summer is the perfect season to cook outdoors. Few aromas are more enticing than a juicy burger or veggie kebabs cooking over an open flame. But when grills aren’t used safely, they pose a serious risk. Unsafe grilling can cause significant injuries, property damage and…
Inflammation is an important part of your body’s natural healing process. It’s your immune system sending out cells to fight bacteria, infections or heal injuries.1 Chronic inflammation is completely different. It can be caused by an autoimmune disorder, an untreated injury or infection, or even…
Put seasonal produce to good use in this delicious salad. It’s easy to make and features some of summer’s tastiest stars: juicy tomato, ripe bell pepper and fresh herbs like mint and parsley. The base of the salad is whole wheat pearl couscous, which is…
It’s important to eat what you love! This recipe lets you enjoy that delicious slice of cheesecake you’ve been craving and still stay on track with your health and nutrition goals. Makes: 12 servings Prep: 25 minutes Cook: 1 hour and 10 minutes (plus…
Pride Month is celebrated each June to commemorate the 1969 Stonewall uprising in Manhattan. That event is considered the tipping point for the gay liberation movement in the United States.1 Over the years, it has grown into a month-long celebration. It recognizes the impact the…
Fruit tastes the best when it’s in season. As the weather warms up, it’s even more delicious to make fresh fruit a part of your meals and snacks. Here are three recipes to try this spring. Strawberry spinach salad Makes: 4 servings Prep: 5 minutes …