In honor of American Heart Month, here is a recipe that adheres to guidelines for a heart-healthy meal and is also delicious: roasted balsamic chicken with baby tomatoes. According to a story on the Cleveland Clinic's website that included an interview with a preventive cardiology nutrition expert, a heart-healthy recipe should pay attention to fat and carbohydrates, use … [Read more...] about Heart Month special recipe is tasty and healthy
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Good investment: dental care
If you visit your dentist on a regular basis, you are doing yourself a favor in four ways. First, you are saving your teeth so you can chew properly, which is an important factor in nutrition.Second, when you visit your dentist, he or she can check your gums. Periodontal disease can result in lost teeth and is a significant factor in heart disease. Periodontal bacteria can lead … [Read more...] about Good investment: dental care
Fasting gains traction as health, weight loss strategy
For most major purchases that we make, we pay close attention to price and services.But, when was the last time you asked the price of a surgery? When was the last time you shopped prices?Insured patients go in for procedures and services without any real concept of costs, and hospitals have not been required to disclose pricing for certain services in advance. A new … [Read more...] about Fasting gains traction as health, weight loss strategy
Not all diets best for heart-healthy weight loss
Even though weight loss comes down to a simple formula -- eat fewer calories than you burn -- dieters should exercise caution when choosing how to eat. Not all diets are created equal when it comes to protecting or improving heart health. According to the Harvard Heart Letter, all older adults should pay attention to their heart health, and for people who want to lose … [Read more...] about Not all diets best for heart-healthy weight loss
How to treat a sunburn
If you missed a spot with sunscreen or forgot it entirely, you may have to cope with a sunburn at the end of your pool or beach day.Once you notice a burn, stay out of the sun. Start cooling water immediately. A cool water cloth could be handy in a pinch. At home, take slow-running cool showers throughout the day.Take ibuprofen for pain and swelling.Aloe vera is helpful … [Read more...] about How to treat a sunburn