WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse along with U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner today announced new federal funding that will make Rhode Island a healthier place to live, work, and play by expanding access to healthy foods and increasing opportunities for exercise. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is awarding…

It’s no secret that the typical American diet isn’t very healthy. Only about one in 10 American adults eats the recommended daily amount of fruit (1-1/2 to 2 cups) or vegetables (2 to 3 cups). These dietary shortfalls are even more pronounced among people in lower income groups. And the health impacts are substantial: In…

Eating healthy is an important goal for people looking to maintain or improve their physical health, particularly as it relates to the heart. With often conflicting information available online and via social media, it may be difficult or downright confusing to find the eating plan for you. To help navigate the maze of information –…

This survey was included as a module within the Gallup World Poll in 2022. Since 2005, the World Poll has regularly surveyed people in more than 160 countries using mixed methods of telephone and face-to-face interviewing. In a typical year, the poll results represent more than 95% of the world’s population aged 15 and older,…

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) –Busy schedules leading up to Halloween can make it hard to get the family back to the dinner table. Hy-Vee registered dietitian Alea Lester Fite breaks down how to make it happen with three tips to help you plan and execute weeknight family meals. Check out this recipe for a quick Parmesan-Crusted…

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Eating a variety of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains is one of the most important ways to keep your body healthy. (That, along with exercising, managing your stress and getting enough sleep, of course.)  Advertising Policy Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We…

News Photo by Mike Gonzalez Fresh Palate employee Thomas Jore prepares a sandwich for a customer in the restaurant’s kitchen on Thursday. <!– SHOW ARTICLE –> ALPENA — A recent study found that giving subjects with a higher body mass index a new opportunity to access and obtain fruits and vegetables led to healthier living.…

I visited a grocery store in the longevity Blue Zone of Loma Linda, California. The food there was more affordable than Whole Foods, and tasty too. A few favorite nutritious items were the coconut “chunks of energy” and the lentil soup. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a…

If you asked 10 people how they would define “healthy diet,” you would likely get several different answers. The most basic definition of a healthy diet is that it best supports your overall health and wellness and prevents disease. While certain foods have been scientifically proven to fit this definition, a healthy diet must be…