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Load up on vitamin D foods to boost your energy levels
Vitamin D not only supports your immune system but can help you prevent bone disease, regulate mood and more. Here’s how you can use vitamin D for energy too! Vitamin D is mostly associated with strong bones. One of the 13 essential vitamins, it can help prevent bone diseases such as osteoporosis and maintain muscle…
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Fluoride, vaccines and food dye are part of RFK Jr.’s plan to ‘Make America Healthy Again.’ What do experts think?
President-elect Donald Trump said that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. would have a “big role in health care” within his administration and that he would allow Kennedy to “go wild” in his appointed position and “do pretty much what he wants.” And on Wednesday, Kennedy said he’d cut “entire departments” of the Food and Drug Administration.…
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2 New Studies Link Ultra-Processed Foods to Premature Aging, Teen Health Risks
The rising consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) among adolescents—who now derive nearly two-thirds of their daily calories from such foods—is drawing attention from public health researchers, who warn of potentially severe health risks. This concern is underscored by recent findings from the Research Unit of Epidemiology and Prevention at Italy’s IRCCS Neuromed in Pozzilli, which…
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The 6 Healthiest Long John Silver’s Menu Items, According to a Dietitian
Long John Silver’s is one of the best-known seafood chains in the U.S., with 540 locations across 37 states since it first opened in 1969. Famous for offering seafood-based options beyond the typical fast-food fare of chicken and beef, Long John Silver’s has something for everyone—whether you’re into fish, shrimp, or crab. However, like other…
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Baxter Health Reppell Diabetes Clinic Celebrates World Diabetes Day with a Community Event
Category: Blog, News Posted On: November 7, 2024 Baxter Health Reppell Diabetes Clinic is excited to announce a special celebration in honor of World Diabetes Day on Thursday, November 14, from 9 AM to 4 PM. The event, open to the public, will focus on diabetes education, health, and well-being, aiming to empower individuals to…
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7 Healthy Fats You Should Eat More Of, According to Registered Dietitians
For years, fat had a bad rap, sparking the “low-fat” craze that took over the ‘90s. But fat is anything but harmful, and it’s needed for overall health. Case in point: Fat is an essential macronutrient, meaning the body needs it in large amounts. It’s also involved in myriad functions, including energy storage, satiety, nutrient…
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Is ultra-filtered milk healthy? What dietitians want you to know about high-protein milk
You may not think of milk as a health food, but with more protein and vitamins than other milks, ultrafiltered milk boasts a ton of potential benefits. Ultrafiltered milk is essentially cow’s milk that has gone through an extra filtration process, Caroline Susie, a registered dietitian based in Dallas and spokesperson for the Academy of…
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Celebrating National Nachos Day, Eating Healthy Day, and Basketball Day
Today’s Holidays and Pop Quiz brought to you by Inland Empire Health Plan! It’s National Nachos Day—celebrate responsibly since it’s also Eating Healthy Day! We’re also honoring James Naismith, the creator of basketball, and Anton Sacks, who gave us the saxophone. Catch our pop quiz, where we dive into jazz and Springsteen trivia!
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Raising Happy Eaters
The foundation for healthy eating behavior starts in infancy. Young children learn to regulate their appetite through a combination of biological, psychological, and sociological factors. Image for illustration purposes Mega Doctor News – Advertisement – By College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Newswise — URBANA, Ill. – The foundation for healthy eating behavior…
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Keep calm and keep eating your cultural foods
Giusti Farmworkers were asked what their name is, their favorite foods and what healthy foods they want to learn how to make. Sebastian Miño-Bucheli/Coastside News Through a collaboration with Second Harvest of Silicon Valley and Ayudando Latinos a Soñar, farmworkers at Giusti Farms will receive four workshop classes delivered to their front steps through the…