Amber Cranfield, a registered dietitian with the St. Elizabeth Physicians Weight Management Center, explains how much sugar is in your favorite beverages. Many of the drinks we consume on a daily basis add unnecessary calories to our diets. When you drink your calories, this will leave you feeling hungry and unsatisfied, and it will not provide the energy you need to stay awake. For more tips and to see just how much sugar is really in that can of pop (and other sugary drinks), watch below:
We like to share cute videos that make us laugh out loud most Fridays. We think it’s a great way to end the week and start the weekend.
Did you know that if you want to start your garden from seeds, now is the time to plant? Since we’re probably not all the way out of the frost zone, yet, you can place seeds in pots and then transfer your small plants outside once the weather is a bit warmer. There’s nothing more satisfying than growing your garden all the way from seeds to harvest. So, get ready to flex your green thumb. All you need is the right light and some simple equipment. Check out tips from gardeners.com below and our infographic to see what seeds you…
Sometimes here at Healthy Headlines, we read a story and just know that we have to share it with you. This comes from a Columbus Dispatch reporter who used to work at The Cincinnati Enquirer. She was pregnant when she went on vacation to the U.S. Virgin Islands. Then came mosquito bites and ““ because of the Zika virus ““ some high anxiety. Lori’s personal story takes you on the journey as she gets tested for Zika. It’s worth a few minutes of your time to check it out. It also prompts the question: What would you do in Lori’s…
Beans, the “musical” fruit, are packed with fiber which promotes healthy digestion. They also contain protein, and can be a great source of both of these nutrients. Not only do beans contain the fiber and protein your body needs – they don’t contain extra fat and calories. All things considered, they pack quite the nutritional punch. Learn more about different types of beans, their benefits and how to prepare them in the video below featuring Betsy Oriolo, a registered dietitian with the St. Elizabeth Physicians Weight Management Center.
Do you ever feel like there’s not enough time in the day to make healthy and delicious dinners that everyone will enjoy? It’s almost always more convenient to pick something up along the way while you’re out and about. We’ve all been there, which is why we were more than thrilled to find this list of 15 easy, healthy dinners that you can make at home in 30 minutes or less on Buzzfeed. It was made for people just like you with literally zero time to cook. Here are the ones we added to our menu for this week: Smashed…
Gastroparesis, a complication of diabetes, can worsen diabetes by making it more difficult to maintain normal blood sugar levels. The condition occurs when the stomach’s contents remain in the stomach too long, and fail to move quickly through the digestive tract. The vagus nerve controls the digestive tract and the movement of food through it; damage to the vagus nerve related to diabetes or other injury, including some surgeries, can lead to the development of gastroparesis, according to the American Diabetes Association. Gastroparesis can make diabetes worse by making it more difficult to manage blood glucose. When food that has…
Most people have that one food (or group of foods) they can’t seem to get away from. For some, it’s sweet – they crave dark chocolate or ice cream. For others, it’s salty. If this is you, you may want to watch the video below before you reach for another bag of potato chips. Eric Davenport, a registered dietitian with the St. Elizabeth Physicians Weight Management Center, offers great advice for anyone trying to cut down on the salty junk food. Veggie chips are healthier than potato chips, but they’re also pretty easy to make and extremely customizable. You can…
When you serve a vegetable, do your kids make faces and refuse to eat it? Picky eaters are pretty common, but don’t fret; local mom and author, Beth Robeson, has some tips and tricks for getting your kids to eat healthier, as shared by the Enquirer. “Eat at home.” Eating at home together as a family creates a safe space for children and strengthens familial relationships. We know you’re busy – check out these quick, easy recipes that make meals at home a breeze. “Stop battling.” Fighting with your child at the dinner table defeats the purpose of creating a…
Raising kids is hard, and, based on experience and the conversations we’ve had with other parents, it doesn’t usually get easier as time goes on. There will always be new challenges and issues. Your 5-year-old who continually draws on the wall will turn into a 12-year-old who fights at school and eventually will become a 17-year-old who misses curfew every Saturday. Sometimes it seems your kids’ only purpose is to test your patience. Kids need rules and routines and consistency, and yes, they also need to be disciplined when they screw up. If it feels like you are in a…
