Reducing Sodium for Hypertension and Better Health August 31, 2015 Sodium is a chemical that is essential to life, but most Americans consume much more sodium than they need. High sodium intakes can cause problems in ... Posted In: Diet and Nutrients , Meal and Menu Planning, Diet and Disease
Hypertension: The DASH Diet August 31, 2015 One step to lower high blood pressure -- incorporate the DASH diet into your lifestyle. Doctors recommend: Eating more fruits, vegetables, and ... Posted In: Diet and Nutrients , Diet and Disease
Low-Sodium Recipe and Cooking Tips August 31, 2015 According to the U.S. government, Americans are supposed to eat no more than 2,300 milligrams -- about 1 teaspoon -- of salt a day. People with high b... Posted In: Diet and Nutrients , Diet and Disease
Top 11 Anti-Inflammatory Foods August 31, 2015 Chronic inflammation almost always lurks beneath the surface of diabetes and excess weight. You can't see or feel it, but this type of inflammation in... Posted In: Diet and Nutrients , Diet and Disease
How Much Calcium? August 31, 2015 Calcium Supplements Building strong and healthy bones requires an adequate dietary intake of calcium and exercise beginning in childhood and adoles... Posted In: Diet and Nutrients , Dietary Supplements, Women's Health, Diet and Disease
Antioxidants and Your Immune System: Super Foods for Optimal Health August 31, 2015 One of the best ways to keep your immune system strong and prevent colds and flu might surprise you: Shop your supermarket’s produce aisle. E... Posted In: Diet and Nutrients , Dietary Supplements, Diet and Disease
Answers to Your Questions about Probiotics August 31, 2015 5 things you should know about probiotic products. The business of beneficial bacteria seems to be booming, with the word "probiotics" show... Posted In: Diet and Nutrients , Dietary Supplements, Diet and Disease
Natural Pain Relief: Chronic Pain Supplements August 31, 2015 If you’re living with chronic pain, you may have already tried the usual treatments. You may have cycled through the drugs, like NSAIDs and opio... Posted In: Diet and Nutrients , Dietary Supplements, Diet and Disease
What to Know About Omega-3s and Fish August 31, 2015 Fish and omega-3 fatty acids. If you keep up with the latest nutrition news, you may have a pretty good sense of what they offer. But, if you're like ... Posted In: Diet and Nutrients , Dietary Supplements, Diet and Disease
Vitamin D the "Sunshine Vitamin" and your Health August 27, 2015 In the fight against heart disease, you have a number of time-tested weapons at your disposal—a balanced diet and daily exercise, for a start. B... Posted In: Diet and Nutrients , Dietary Supplements, Diet and Disease