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6351619.jpg Considering heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., contributing to nearly 700,000 fatalities a year, it’s of the utmost importance that we take our cardiovascular health seriously. Thankfully, new research from the European Society of Cardiology found that getting more potassium in our diets might do wonders for staving off this common health condition, particularly for women. Pictured recipe: Salmon-Stuffed Avocados What They Found This study looked at data on the sodium and potassium concentration in urine samples from 11,267 men and 13,696 women who had average ages of 59 and 58, respectively....

paralympic athlete Brad Snyder on a designed background Brad Snyder grew up in St. Petersburg, Florida, and started swimming competitively at a young age. “My dad thought it was a good idea to get us into sports,” says Snyder. “The most natural thing to do in Florida was swimming. I thought I’d be good, because I was always in the water, but I wasn’t very good at first.” Snyder started training under Robert Margalis, who was trying to make the 2000 Olympic Games....

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If you have a dog, you probably already know they can express their feelings like humans do. That means your little pup can become sad and withdrawn when they are stressed out, which can lead to depression if it lingers for too long. To get them feeling happy and relaxed again, you might want to meet with a vet to see what’s going on—and to rule out any physical conditions. You can also try a few habit changes and lifestyle tweaks to get them back to normal....

Unicorn Cupcakes Pictured recipe: Unicorn Cupcakes Since government and public health officials have asked people to stay home to help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), many aspects of life as we know it are temporarily suspended, like school, sports and religious gatherings, to name just a few. But time marches on—even if you can’t quite remember if it’s currently Sunday or Wednesday— and along with it comes life milestones like birthdays....

Ever since avocado toast burst onto the buzzy food scene here in America circa 2010—long before these TikTok trends we’re still obsessed with—avocado consumption in the U.S. has been growing rapidly. Back in 2010, we ate about 4 pounds per person per year, according to data from the financial services company Rabobank. By 2018, we ate about 8 ½ pounds, and they predict we’ll each chow down on 11 pounds of avocado per year by 2026....

Fruit often gets a bad rap because it’s sweet and not low in carbs. But nature’s candy delivers more than just carbs in the form of natural sugar. Fruits are packed with important vitamins and minerals, plus fiber. Fiber helps slow the absorption of sugar into your bloodstream so you’re less likely to experience blood sugar spikes and lows too. Plus, eating fruit is actually associated with a lower risk of diabetes....

restaurant_310.jpg Does gender make a difference when it comes to the way we eat? Restaurants are made for people-watching-where anyone with an interest in contemporary eating trends can keep an eye on the plates arriving at nearby tables. Engaged in a bit of this professional nosiness, I recently observed a server bringing a middle-aged couple their dinners. Not sure who had ordered what, he looked at the plates, then offered the woman the vegetarian entrée and placed the beef dish in front of her male companion....

Many people are eager to try the latest diet and wellness trends in search of a healthier version of themselves. Despite what self-proclaimed wellness experts, including social and internet influencers and celebrities, swear by, many of these trends won’t yield promised results we’re looking for. Increasingly, social media is responsible for the spread of health-related misinformation that may be incomplete, inaccurate or false. Following these unsubstantiated trends could even be downright dangerous and should be avoided....

Grilled Caprese Chicken Credit: Jason Donnelly Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign up here to get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! The dark, chilly evenings have me cooking dinner much earlier than usual, and as a result, I end up feeling hungry for a snack right before bed. There’s nothing wrong with that, as long as I don’t go too crazy and end up with a stomachache....

Cabbage Roll Chicken Enchiladas Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign up here to get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! I love a good shortcut dinner. Whether I have 10 minutes to get something on the table or an hour, I always like keeping things easy. And this week of easy 5-ingredient dinners is as simple as it gets....

Weight Watchers, which recently rebranded themselves as WW, was rated the number-one “Best for Weight Loss,” according to the 2019 Best Diets rankings by U.S. News & World Report. Part of the reason for the company’s success is that they consistently evolve and change their diet plan as new research comes out. Last year, WW incorporated hundreds of “zero-point” foods like fresh fruit and vegetables, beans, tofu, chicken breasts and fish into their Freestyle program, so users could eat as much healthy, unprocessed food as they wanted without feeling deprived....

Your mom always told you that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. For people with diabetes it is especially important to eat an appropriate balance of carbs, protein, and fat in the morning to help start your day right and keep blood sugar levels steady. While all foods fit in a healthy diabetes diet, some breakfast options can be particularly unhealthy when it comes to blood sugar or heart health....

a collage of recipe photos featured in the 30 Day Whole Foods Challenge meal plan Credit: EatingWell Want to eat more vegetables? Fuel up with fruits? Ditch added sugars and ingredients you can’t pronounce? Feed your body right with 30 days of real food. Rather than restriction, this 30-day reset focuses on all the delicious whole food you will be eating. Includes 30 days of healthy real food dinners. 30 day whole food challenge calendar 2021 30 Days of Healthy Whole Food Dinners Checklist Day 1: Try this recipe: This Mediterranean Chicken with Orzo Salad is packed with veggies, whole-wheat orzo and chicken for a balanced, nutritious main....

There’s nothing wrong with indulging in some good old-fashioned comfort food every once in a while, but when you have diabetes you need to be more mindful of how these foods impact your blood sugar. It’s also important to keep in mind that being overly restrictive about your food choices can sometimes do more harm than good, even if you are managing blood sugar levels. Avoiding entire food groups increases the risk of nutrient deficiencies....

person crouching over with stomach pain on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / dragana991 person crouching over with stomach pain on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / dragana991 person crouching over with stomach pain on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / dragana991 person crouching over with stomach pain on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / dragana991 Digestive distress is common. About two-thirds of U.S. adults surveyed said they had experienced gastrointestinal symptoms over the past week, according to research in the American Journal of Gastroenterology....

Beyond being tasty to drink and cozy to hold (well, when we’re not in the middle of a heat wave), a mug of tea delivers a great dose of health benefits per ounce. From reducing the risk for cancer and helping manage diabetes to improving sleep and boosting creativity, there are several proven reasons to brew a big batch each morning. (We love this habit as a little 5-minute self-care ritual to kick off the day in zen style....

Carbohydrates have not gained many popularity points over the past few years. Deemed the weight-gain culprit by many trendy diets, this macronutrient is one that has not gotten a lot of love among the wellness crowd. But carbohydrates are the body’s primary fuel source. And by eliminating this macro from your diet, you run the risk of feeling sluggish, having heart-health challenges and even increasing your risk of certain cancers....

Snacks can make or break a healthy diet. Some snacks are a great source of nutrients and can tide you over until your next meal, but others are nothing more than empty calories in pretty packaging. With thousands of snack products out there, how do you tell the difference between the good-for-you options and the other guys? Here, we break down what to look for on the labels and give our top picks for packaged snacks that won’t wreck your blood sugar and some healthy homemade snacks too....

hope foods chocolate cashew almond dip Credit: Hope Foods hope foods chocolate cashew almond dip Credit: Hope Foods hope foods chocolate cashew almond dip Credit: Hope Foods hope foods chocolate cashew almond dip Credit: Hope Foods Nutella, you’ve got some thick and rich competition. Spotted on Costco shelves for $7.69 by @costcoguy4u, dip brand Hope Foods is not skimping on the portion size with their new 26-ounce container of Chocolate Cashew Almond Dip....