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Medline announces new Food Benefit Solution for health insurance providers
Program provides home-delivered, healthy food options to health plan members NORTHFIELD, Ill., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Medline today announced a new Food Benefit Solution allowing Medicare Advantage and Managed Medicaid Organizations to offer locally sourced fresh produce, healthy groceries and prepared meals—delivered directly to member homes—as an added supplemental benefit. Continue Reading Medline introduces…
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Eating nuts instead of processed meat reduces cardiovascular risk by 27%
If we truly are what we eat, we would be better off as a handful of nuts and an avocado. Consuming these foods instead of animal-based products lowers mortality risk and health issues like cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. A recent systematic review published in BMC Medicine analyzed 37 studies and confirmed the importance…
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How To Lose One Pound a Week Without Ever Exercising
While the number on the scale isn’t the end-all-be-all for good health, losing just one pound per week can help give you the mental boost and mindset required for achieving long-term weight loss. Once you figure out how to sustainably lose that one pound, you are better able to keep your weight in check and…
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Multiple sclerosis: A low-fat diet may help with fatigue
Share on PinterestIs a low-fat diet helpful in managing MS symptoms? Image credit: Maki Nakamura/Getty Images. A new study shows people with multiple sclerosis (MS) may experience an improvement in fatigue by adopting a low-fat diet. MS symptoms including pain or fatigue may improve when patients are following a healthy diet plan. Experts agree further…
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Opinion: Power of rural: empowering healthy communities in rural America
People, no matter where they live, should have access to high-quality health care services and healthy food to eat. As we celebrate National Rural Health Day at USDA Rural Development, we affirm once again that a strong community is rooted in its people. The theme “Power of Rural” gives us the opportunity to honor the…
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8 New Best-Selling Books Every Entrepreneur Should Read to Improve Their Health and Wellness
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. What’s the latest science on brain health? How can I lose fat after 40? Why am I not seeing results from my workouts? I’m fortunate to have built my career around working with leading health and wellness brands, athletes and experts in the field. Last year, I…
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The 8 Worst Restaurant Chain Nachos in America
Nachos are a crunchy, satisfying dish that doubles as an appetizer or meal. Whether enjoyed as a starter to a night out or shared during a game day gathering, nachos have secured their place as a beloved comfort food both at home and while dining out at restaurants. However, the delectable combination of crispy tortilla…
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Is canola oil healthy? (And more of your questions answered)
LightField Studios / Shutterstock The oil aisle at the local grocery store can be overwhelming. Canola oil, olive oil, coconut oil, sunflower oil, avocado oil — the list goes on and on. If you’ve found yourself standing there wondering what the difference is, you’re not alone. Although these oils may all appear similar, their compositions…
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5 Steps Toward Heart-Healthy Eating
As the leading cause of death among Americans, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease often results from uncontrolled high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, overweight and obesity. However, a heart-healthy eating plan can help lower or control these risk factors and put you and your family on a path toward…
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How Food Retailers Can Build Their Brands with Healthier Own-Label Ranges
The perception or image of private-label brands has evolved — from being seen as a cheaper or lower-quality alternative to now being viewed as credible products, even outperforming national brands. One in four products sold in the U.S. is now private-label, and a new high for private-label brands was reached in 2022, with sales across…