Ever wondered how many lengths of a football field you would have to run to burn off that amazing meal you just ate (while sitting on the couch watching football)? Wonder no longer – It’s about 700! The infographic below gives a few more details on just how many calories we really do consume (on average) and exactly what you would need to do to burn all of them off. We’re not saying you can’t enjoy your favorite Thanksgiving dishes, but you maybe should head out for a walk before or after.
Warm apple cider is a seasonal favorite, and this version adds another favorite holiday flavor to the mix: Cranberries. The dark cranberry color is the perfect addition to your holiday party menu, and the rich winter scent will also help welcome guests into your home. Added bonus: The only cookware you need is a slow cooker! Ingredients 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 2 teaspoons whole allspice 4 sticks cinnamon (3 inch) 1 bottle (48 oz) apple cider (6 cups) 1 bottle (48 oz) cranberry juice cocktail (6 cups) 1 orange (optional, but a wonderful added touch) Directions In 4- to…
We all know Thanksgiving is not and never will be a holiday in which we celebrate eating healthy food. But, if you tend to dismiss the calories, fat, sodium and sugar consumed on Thanksgiving because it “only comes around one day each year,” you may want to check out the infographic below and reconsider a few of those yearly recipes. While we love a good plate of home-cooked turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy and stuffing as much as the next crew, we also recognize there are simple ways to make the meal a little healthier (without guests even noticing). …
Cincinnati natives Caitlin and Kelly have a Brussels sprouts salad recipe which will serve as the perfect side to your turkey next Thursday. The salad is customizable and serves six (so you’ll need to double or triple it for a large crowd). Even the staunchest of picky eaters will be doubting everything they thought about the tastiness of Brussels sprouts after trying this salad. All you need is Brussels sprouts, pears (apples, grapes, or butternut squash will work, too), pine nuts, and chardonnay vinaigrette. Check out the full list of ingredients and directions below: Ingredients 2 bags Brussels sprouts 2…
Most of us have experienced the extreme frustration that comes from being sidelined by an injury. Whether it becomes painful to sit and stand or play with your kids, eventually, you’ll try just about anything to find some relief. That’s what happened to St. Elizabeth Healthcare cardiac nurse Deb Grover. “I was incapacitated,” says Deb Grover, who enjoyed tennis and strength training. She injured her hamstring in Pilates, and “I had never let it heal.” After traditional treatments ““ physical therapy, icing, oral steroids, injected steroids ““ failed to give her long-term relief, her physician sent her to Dr. Matthew…
Want to snack on something delicious and filling, but worried about the cost? We’re with you. Luckily, MyFitnessPal came up with a list of 6 snacks that cost less than $1. Hummus is a versatile option for only 75 cents to $1 for 3 ounces. Made from mashed chickpeas and a blend of spices, you can dip your favorite veggies or bread to your heart’s content. Fruit is a fun option that can be either fresh or frozen and paired with a variety of other foods, such as another on the list – yogurt. Yogurt packs a powerful punch with…
Sweet potatoes are a staple at many Thanksgiving dinners, but you’ve likely never had them quite like this before. St. Elizabeth Healthcare Chef Chris Crowley shares his recipe for sweet potato brûlée below, which is not only a decadent way to enjoy the root vegetable this Thanksgiving, but also a healthier way (with only 140 calories and four grams of fat per serving). The recipe below yields 12 servings. Each serving should be about 1/3 cup. Ingredients 2 – 3 sweet potatoes 1 cup heavy whipping cream 1 container Greek yogurt – 0% Fat (about 5.3 ounces) 1/4 cup agave…
‘Tis the season of giving, and what better way to give than to give back? Whether you’re celebrating #GivingTuesday or all season long, organizations across the Tri-State are looking for volunteers to help spread some holiday cheer. Opportunities range from a single act of kindness to the start of a new family holiday tradition. Please visit each website for more information, including available times and volunteer opportunities. Share a holiday meal There are many ways to help provide guests at the Ronald McDonald House with a “home away from home.” Help give families a Taste of Hope by preparing and…
Healthy Headlines wants to know if you are ready for Thanksgiving. Sure, you may have already bought a turkey and scored a cute centerpiece for the dining room table, but are you really ready? This quiz is designed to test your Thanksgiving health knowledge. Let’s see how it goes. [mlw_quizmaster quiz=17]
World Diabetes Day is Saturday, Nov. 14. It’s an awareness day for a disease that in some ways remains hidden because many who have it, or who have pre-diabetes, don’t realize it, said Linda Hoffsis, a registered dietician and exercise physiologist with St. Elizabeth Physicians Regional Diabetes Center. “About 347 million people worldwide have diabetes, and it’s predicted to become the seventh leading cause of death in the world by the year 2030,” Hoffsis said. “One in nine Americans have diabetes, about 29.1 million people, and many of them don’t know they have it. And there are many more people…
