Iowa (KCRG) – Last week, Governor Reynolds announced the state would opt out of a summertime food assistance program for students this year, rejecting federal aid for the summer electronic benefits transfer, or EBT program. Kaydee Cuesta and her four daughters started using the Summer EBT program after it launched during the COVID-19 pandemic. It…

COLOGNE, Germany — People buying burgers for lunch instead of more nutritious choices may have more to do with peer pressure than individual choices. It turns out that workers are more likely to eat fruit and vegetables and exercise when their colleagues encourage them to do so, according to researchers in Germany. A team from…

Health Scientists compared 5 low-carb diets and found 1 made losing weight and keeping it off easier Kashmira Gander 2023-12-28T17:51:26Z Share icon An curved arrow pointing right. Share Facebook Icon The letter F. Facebook Email icon An envelope. It indicates the ability to send an email. Email Twitter icon A stylized bird with an open…

The Power of Protein Protein plays an essential role in our health, supporting everything from muscle growth and repair to weight management and immune function. But despite its importance, many of us struggle to get enough of it in our daily diets. The good news is that small dietary changes can make a big difference.…

Making New Year’s resolutions is a great way to motivate yourself to reach your goals — but keeping those promises to yourself isn’t always easy, especially when it comes to dieting! Registered Dietitian Vanessa Rissetto shares her tips. Web Editor : Jessica Patrick Posted 2023-12-28T11:39:27-0500 – Updated 2023-12-28T11:39:27-0500

As the holiday season approaches, many of us are planning to travel, whether to a winter wonderland or to escape the subzero temperatures. Traveling during the holiday season can be exciting, but it also comes with its own set of health risks and challenges. From the hustle and bustle of airports to the disruptions in…

“WARNING: Consuming this product can expose you to Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.” I read this alert on my package of S&B Golden Curry, a roux that makes an aromatic Japanese gravy. Though the warning didn’t exactly make me hungry for the dinner…

The Mediterranean diet, revered for its myriad health benefits, is much more than a simple diet – it’s a way of life. Celebrating a bounty of fresh produce, wholesome grains, and healthy fats, this diet is synonymous with mindful eating and fostering social connections. At its core, this lifestyle embraces the consumption of fruits, vegetables,…