Maintaining a healthy blood sugar level can be difficult for those familiar with the pattern of blood sugar spikes and crashes that send them on an energy roller coaster throughout the day. While all of us experience some fluctuation in blood sugar levels after meals and in between meals, a sudden increase or decrease in… Continue reading How to Prevent Blood Sugar Spikes and Crashes
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How Much is Too Much Salt, and Why Is Excessive Salt Bad For Me?
Who doesn’t love crunchy fries or crunchy chips? Table salt is the magic ingredient that turns bland foods into delicious ones. Table salt is a mineral composed of sodium and chloride. We all need sodium to function, but too much can damage your body. Since we know that too much sodium can be dangerous, this… Continue reading How Much is Too Much Salt, and Why Is Excessive Salt Bad For Me?
How to Tell If You’re Not Drinking Enough Water
They say eating your greens and staying active is the key to healthy aging. But hydration and proper hydration are some times overlooked, often in the face of healthy eating advice. We all know how important water is for keeping us healthy. In fact, 60% of the human body is water. It’s what fuels cells… Continue reading How to Tell If You’re Not Drinking Enough Water
What Foods to Eat and Avoid for Acid Reflux
It’s not uncommon to experience a flare-up of heartburn, but some people suffer from burning, bloating, and gagging almost every time they eat. Acid reflux happens when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) normally closes when food passes through it. However, if it does’t close or it opens too often, the acid produced by the stomach… Continue reading What Foods to Eat and Avoid for Acid Reflux
