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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Scheduling: Meal Prep and Exercise

Balancing meal prep and exercise in your weekly schedule requires thoughtful planning and organization. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you integrate both into your routine:

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Fastest Healthy Meals

When you're short on time but still want a healthy dinner, opting for quick and nutritious recipes is the way to go. Here are some ideas for the fastest healthy dinners from our test kitchen.

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Fastest Healthy Meals

When you're short on time but still want a healthy dinner, opting for quick and nutritious recipes is the way to go. Here are some ideas for the fastest healthy dinners from our test kitchen.

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Light Physical Activity 101

While light physical activity may not provide the same cardiovascular benefits as moderate or vigorous exercise, it still offers health benefits such as improved circulation, increased energy expenditure, and stress reduction. It's especially beneficial for individuals who are just starting to incorporate physical activity into their routine or those who have mobility limitations. Incorporating light physical activity throughout the day can contribute to overall health and well-being.

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MyPlate: Get Ready for Summer

Adapting your MyPlate guidelines for summer can help you make the most of seasonal produce and maintain a balanced diet. Here's how you can adjust your MyPlate recommendations for the summer months.

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Meal Prep

In essence, meal prep is a proactive approach to nourishing your body, managing time efficiently, and making choices aligned with your health and lifestyle goals. It's a practice that empowers individuals to take control of their nutrition and simplify their daily lives.

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Lipids and Cognitive Decline

We recently reviewed how serum lipids and CSF lipids shouldn’t be treated the same when it comes to preventing dementia. This week we’ll take a look at HDL, triglycerides, and other factors in protecting your precious noggin.

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

5 Ways to Use Butternut Squash

Butternut squash is not only delicious but also offers an array of nutritional benefits. Here is a way to prepare it in bulk so you can have it ready to use at a moment’s notice.

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Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

Cracking the Vault: Reduced Salt Equals Reduced Blood Pressure

Reducing blood pressure is one of the top ways to reduce the risk of future heart attack and stroke. New research from Northwestern Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the University of Alabama at Birmingham finds that reducing salt intake can drop blood pressure even among those taking medication for hypertension.

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Spice Cabinet Organization

Organizing your spice cabinet not only makes cooking more efficient but also creates a visually appealing and enjoyable kitchen space. It's a small investment of time that can have a big impact on your daily cooking routine.

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

DASH Diet Checklist

The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet is a dietary plan specifically designed to help prevent and manage hypertension (high blood pressure). It emphasizes the consumption of nutrient-rich foods that are known to lower blood pressure. The DASH diet is often recommended by healthcare professionals as a lifestyle approach to managing blood pressure and improving overall cardiovascular health. Here are the key principles of the DASH diet.

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