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Heart-Healthy
5 MIN READ | February 24, 2023
Fill Up on Fiber for a Healthy HeartA fiber-rich diet of heart healthy foods can improve cholesterol, blood pressure and more. Meet with a dietitian to create a personalized nutrition plan...
7 MIN READ | March 15, 2023
5 Best and Worst Foods for Acid RefluxAcid Reflux or Heartburn happens when the stomach produces too much acid. Foods that trigger acid reflux include fried and fatty foods, coffee, high-acid fruit, and spicy food. Foods that help treat acid reflux include ginger, whole grains, nuts, and vegetables...
Healthy Diet
6 MIN READ | March 2, 2023
Heart Disease: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and 6 Tips for PreventionFoodsmart's registered dietitians can help you create a diet to prevent heart disease and offer nutrition guidance to mitigate heart-related conditions...
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | January 4, 2023
Winter Comfort Foods Under 200 CaloriesWith fresh ingredients and the right blend of spices, you can enjoy all your favorite comfort foods while staying on track with your health goals...
8 MIN READ | March 17, 2023
Insulin Resistance Diet for DiabetesFollowing an insulin resistance diet doesn't require special foods. If you are insulin resistant, focus on nutrient-dense foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats and foods high in sugar, saturated and trans fats...
Healthy Habits
4 MIN READ | December 16, 2022
4 Hacks for Healthier Holiday TravelFrom road trips to cross-country flights, maintaining healthy habits can be a challenge this time.....
Meal Planning
3 MIN READ | December 9, 2022
How to: Healthy Holiday AppetizersIn this cooking demo, we'll share Foodsmart’s favorite make-ahead appetizers and tips for making your next seasonal gathering stress-free and festive...
Dessert
2 MIN READ | November 21, 2022
Healthier Holiday Dessert SwapsWatch Foodsmart's Chef Lisa Lavery as she shows how to swap some unhealthy ingredients in your favorite holiday sweets recipes with healthier alternatives...
Healthy Diet
6 MIN READ | December 29, 2022
Is Fasting Actually Good For You?The tradition of fasting goes back thousands of years, but more folks are trying it.....
Health & Nutrition News
5 MIN READ | November 30, 2022
The 10 Best Foods for a Healthy GutThe correlation between food and gut health is undeniable. Learn the best foods for keeping your digestive system in tip-top shape...
Healthy Diet
4 MIN READ | December 12, 2022
7 Veggie-Loaded Winter CasserolesEasy and comforting vegetarian casseroles for cold winter nights...
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | December 28, 2022
Design Your Kitchen to Inspire Healthy EatingMaking healthier food choices begins with the right environment. Learn how to set up your kitchen to inspire smarter decisions...
Health & Nutrition News
4 MIN READ | December 29, 2022
5 Easy Ways to Stay Active in the WinterAs the days get shorter and the temperature starts to drop get our favorite tips to keep moving when it's frigid...
Healthy Diet
4 MIN READ | November 29, 2022
3 Quick Tips to Curb Distracted EatingDo you ever find yourself eating dinner in front of the television or scarfing down.....
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | December 12, 2022
Mindful Tips for Healthy Holiday EatingWe all love a good holiday party. It’s a time to gather with loved ones, celebrate the season, express gratitude, and reflect on the year behind us. It is also, of course, a time where temptation is a...
4 MIN READ | November 29, 2022
5 Foods To Beat Stress This Holiday SeasonThe holiday season can be a wonderful time filled with family, parties and pending travel plans, but it can also be stressful for these very same reasons. What you eat during times of stress can reall...
Dessert
4 MIN READ | December 2, 2022
Three Dessert Ideas for a Healthier “Something Sweet”We’ve all experienced that moment at the end of a meal when you’re faced with.....
Nutrition & Health
4 MIN READ | November 14, 2022
5 Steps to a Healthy GutThere’s nothing fun about feeling bloated, crampy, or just plain uncomfortable. Fortunately, you can take steps to alleviate these issues...
Nutrition & Health
4 MIN READ | November 28, 2022
6 Healthy Holiday Eating TipsGet some easy tips to help keep healthy eating habits at the forefront of your mind while celebrating with friends and family...
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | December 16, 2022
7 Easy Meals to Help You Lose WeightWhen meals are easy to make, you’re more likely to make healthy choices. Here are some simple recipes to help keep your weight in check...
Cooking Tips
4 MIN READ | November 15, 2022
10 Great Kitchen Gifts Under $30Kitchen tools make great holiday gifts because they can save your loved ones lots of.....
Healthy Diet
5 MIN READ | December 12, 2022
7 Healthier Holiday Food SwapsThe holidays can be packed with office cocktail parties and huge family meals, which is.....
Nutrition & Health
6 MIN READ | December 7, 2022
Where’s the Gluten? Top 5 Hidden SourcesTrying to figure out what does or doesn’t have gluten can go from simple to overwhelming quickly! Here's our list of hidden sources and resources to help...
Nutrition & Health
5 MIN READ | December 13, 2022
14 Essential Kitchen Gadgets Under $20Looking for the perfect gift to wrap, stuff into a stocking or bring to a party? Read on to see Foodsmart's culinary & nutrition team go-to gadgets...