You can dine “farm to table” when you purchase seasonal foods from farmers you know or when you visit restaurants/stores that promote local foods and develop relationships with local farmers. Farm to table isn’t a fad; it’s a growing movement that is found throughout...
Looking for a new hobby? Try gardening! A soothing and healthy outdoor activity, gardening offers a host of benefits: Sunlight provides vitamin D, which lowers your risk for numerous diseases: osteoporosis, heart disease, multiple sclerosis and a variety of cancers,...
Eating fruit provides health benefits. People who eat more vegetables and fruits as part of an overall healthy eating style are likely to have a reduced risk of some chronic diseases. Fruits provide nutrients vital for health, such as potassium, dietary fiber, vitamin...
Lose Weight, Not Money. Better food doesn’t have to cost oodles of cash. While fresh, natural ingredients can cost more than frozen or processed foods, it’s possible to eat a diet that is healthy for you and your budget. Shop at home before going to the store. Plan to...
It is possible to fit vegetables and fruits into any budget. Making nutritious choices does not have to hurt your wallet. Getting enough of these foods promotes health and can reduce your risk of certain diseases. There are many low-cost ways to meet your fruit and...
Pay attention to nutrition labels! Often, unhealthy and unnatural ingredients are used in food items you don’t expect. Follow these guidelines to take care of your heart: Eat less saturated fat and trans fat (especially trans fat!). Reduce your sodium intake. You and...
