Eating healthy for your heart is something everyone should try to do. When it comes to your heart and food we know that eating the right kinds of food can help prevent heart disease.

Below are some tips to prevent heart disease and improve your overall health.

Eat plenty of fish —
Herring, sardines, and salmon are all excellent sources of Omega 3 essential fatty acids. Omega 3 helps to get your cholesterol down to a healthier level.

Choose healthy fats and oils – Saturated fat will increase the risk of heart disease.
It’s found in meat, butter, and even … read more

Many kids would snack all day long if they could. After school visits to fast food restaurants is high on their list of places to eat. However, you can make healthy snack foods at home using a few ingredients that your kids will love. Here are just a few ideas to help you get started.

Mini Pizzas

Whole Wheat English Muffins
Low Fat Mozzarella Cheese
Homemade Pasta Sauce

Slice the English muffin in half. Top it with a teaspoon of pasta sauce, add a bit of mozzarella cheese and put the halves on a cookie sheet. Bake in oven … read more

One of the two main components in keeping your child healthy is exercise. Many kids today are so immersed in TV and video games; it’s no wonder exercise is not a part of their daily routine. Since obesity has become a pandemic in our society, especially among children, it is important to establish an exercise program early on so that kids will not view exercise as something they dislike, but rather something they enjoy.

Here are 10 kid friendly exercise ideas to help you incorporate physical activity into your child’s daily routine.

* Bike riding - Whether with family or … read more

You may have heard claims of B12 shots producing significant weight loss in no time. You also may have heard scientists say that there’s no proof B12 helps you lose weight (but it has been proven to keep you from gaining it). So what’s the truth? What is B12 and does it really help you lose weight?

B12 is a nutrient we naturally get in our diets. It is vital for out body to function normally. A B12 deficiency can have serious effects on your body. Would you make a cake a purposely leave … read more

Pistachios are a “super food” for health and fitness-focused Americans, according to a new Penn State study that examined the effects of pistachios on multiple cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, including cholesterol, blood pressure and inflammation.

A diet rich in pistachios packs a powerful nutrition punch, the study shows. Nutrition experts nationwide are now recommending pistachios as a heart-healthy snack or heart-smart ingredient to incorporate in favorite dishes.

Snacking on pistachios has proved once again to have a positive impact on improving cardiovascular health, helping decrease common CVD risk factors. CVD remains the No. 1 cause of death in the U.S., … read more

Nutritional supplements are increasingly popular as our aging baby boomer population strives to slow the clock.

What people may not be aware of is that they are not merely harmless nutrients. High concentrations can cause dangerous imbalances, and some can react harmfully with common prescription drugs. Knowing that such risks exist, and informing your doctor about every one you take or are considering taking, is crucial to your health.

Many people equate vitamins, minerals, and other nutritional supplements with only positive effects. Because something is sold as a “health food product,” however, does not mean it’s safe.

When these supplements are taken in … read more