Apr 20, 2020
Vegetarian Quesadillas olive oil6 whole wheat tortillas (small low-fat)1 can black beans (drained, no added salt)1/4 cup cheddar cheese (shredded ) Heat the beans in a covered bowl in the microwave.Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Lightly drizzle or spray the...
Apr 17, 2020
While supplement companies may be trying to sell you a bill of goods to keep your immune system humming while COVID-19 spreads, your best defense is likely in your pantry. Rather than popping zinc and vitamin C, let’s take a look at how you can keep your immune system...
Apr 16, 2020
Extra Chunky Spaghetti This super chunky recipe will become a family favorite. It is easy to make for hectic days or days where you want comfort food. 1 teaspoon olive oil1 onion (diced)1 carrot (peeled and sliced)1 cup sliced mushrooms6 ounces ground lean turkey or...
Apr 16, 2020
When it’s time for a snack, there are a dizzying array of options available. But which snack will help you reach your health and nutrition goals? That’s what the chart above is for! Let’s look at the options, shall we? Carrots are the lowest in calories and tie with...
Apr 16, 2020
Registration starts April 13, 2020. Get your taste buds ready. During this Aetna Virgin Pulse challenge, we’ll embark on a global journey in search of the perfect (healthy!) dish. As we rack up steps, we’ll try recipes that will give us the stamina...
Apr 14, 2020
Have you or a family member lost health insurance coverage? With so many people experiencing job loss right now, that often means a loss of health insurance coverage, too. If you or a family member are suddenly without health insurance, you have a number of coverage...
Apr 13, 2020
In light of new data about how COVID-19 spreads, along with evidence of widespread COVID-19 illness in communities across the country, CDC recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting. This is to protect...
Apr 13, 2020
When it comes to produce, you really can’t go wrong with more veggies. Rich in fiber, beta-carotene, potassium, vitamin C and phytochemicals, vegetables are great, and a high vegetable intake has been associated with lower rates of heart disease and certain cancers....
Apr 13, 2020
Remember the advice to “eat frequent small meals and snacks to boost metabolism”? Perhaps that suggestion needs to be re-examined. While we should obviously eat when we’re hungry, reading that suggestion as a call to constantly be snacking is likely one of the many...
Mar 9, 2020
Have you ever had a batch of bananas turn brown before you had time to eat them? It happens to all of us! Here is a recipe for the most delicious and moist banana bread that is almost half bananas by weight. Banana Bread (Egg-Free) 4 over-ripe bananas (peeled)2/3 cup...
