Blog categorized as Nutrition

Clean Eating On a Budget
Eating a healthy, balanced diet can sometimes feel out of reach due to cost, especially with the rising prices at the grocery store. Still, there are many ways you can make nutritious meals without breaking the bank. Check out these four tips for eating well on a budget and reducing your grocery cos...
Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a type of lipid that circulates in your blood; cholesterol is used to build cells and certain hormones. Cholesterol comes from two sources: Your liver makes the cholesterol your body needs. The remainder of the cholesterol in your body comes from foods derived from animals.
Healthy Hydration Mini Challenge
Water is essential to almost every function in your body. According to the Mayo Clinic, even mild dehydration can leave you feeling drained and tired. Join the MC Community for this mini challenge as we work together to set aside soda, energy drinks, and other sweetened beverages for 5 days starting...
Let's Go NUTS! 

Nuts are an easy, heart-healthy snack for wherever you are.  Almonds, peanuts, walnuts, macadamia, cashews, pecans, the options are endless! 


Health tip: It is important to choose raw or dry-roasted nuts. 

Adding chocolate, sugar, and/or large amounts of salt to your snack can cancel th...


Heart Health Recipe Guide 

This blog originally appeared on motionconnected.com

We scoured the web looking for recipes that are not only delicious, but are also quick to make, require only a few ingredients and most importantly, are heart-healthy!


**Quick Guide: incorporate these foods into your diet to boost your heart he...



What Are Your Healthy Food Staples?

Over the years, I’ve discovered a few go-to ingredients and food products that are versatile and go perfectly with some of my favorite healthy meals. I like to keep foods like whole grain tortillas and a good hot sauce on hand to make up a few of my favorite meals and snacks.


Because I’m always looki...