Today, portion sizes are much larger than before and food manufacturers are constantly pushing us to eat more. When you go to a restaurant, the portions are typically 3 times the size of the portion size needed for an average person. Increased portion sizes are contributing to overeating and unwanted weight gain. People tend to
Snacking on healthy items throughout the day can be very beneficial to our health and is an important part of our diet. When many people think of snacking, they often associate it with mindlessly munching on junk food. However, snacking can be a healthy habit if it is done right. Snacks high in fat, sodium
Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers are a healthy, low carb, high fiber, protein-packed lunch or dinner recipe. Turkey meat is a good replacement for red meat because it is leaner and contains less fat. Red meat such as lamb, beef and pork are high in saturated fat, which can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Leaner meats
There are millions of children around the world who need a pair of crutches to walk due to disease, trauma or poor healthcare. They struggle to walk, go to school, play with their friends, and lead a productive life. While crutches are rare and valuable commodities in many parts of the world, there are millions
Hypertension is one risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease. Several factors can lead to the development of hypertension such as age, race, gender, family history, genetics, obesity, physical inactivity or diet. Although we are not in control of many of these factors, we are in total control of the foods we consume. The DASH diet
Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for older Americans. Falls threaten seniors’ safety and independence and generate enormous economic and personal costs. Most falls can be prevented, so let us help you reduce your risk! Join us for our free Falls Prevention Program to be held: Saturdays at 9:00 am in
The 12th annual Falls Prevention Awareness Day (FPAD) is today, September 23, 2019. Falls Prevention Awareness Day is sponsored by the National Council on Aging to raise awareness about how to prevent fall-related injuries among older adults and bring attention to this growing public health issue. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal
Many people in the United States consume a diet high in calories, saturated fat, trans fat, sugar, salt, and alcohol. These unhealthy dietary patterns are putting many people at risk for chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer, which have become the leading causes of death in the United States. The Dietary Guidelines are
It has been reported that individuals with osteoarthritis (OA) experience 30% more falls and have a 20% greater risk of fractures as those without OA.1 Older adults with arthritis are more than twice as likely to have two or more falls as those without arthritis and up to 50% of people with OA experience a
Portion control is a huge part of weight loss and when it comes to pasta, consuming the recommended serving size can be difficult for most people. Traditional pasta is made with refined wheat flour. The refining process of flour involves removing fiber, vitamins and minerals out of the wheat. Therefore, these noodles lack many important