The Most Important Meal of the Day: Breakfast
You may have heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, yet breakfast may not be a regular habit. While breakfast isn’t a magic bullet, it may set you up for success for the remainder...
View ArticleRecipe Corner: Sweet Potato Pecan Casserole
*Recipe courtesy of Ellie Krieger for Food Network Magazine Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins A and C and contain healthy doses of potassium. Check out this sweet potato casserole recipe for a...
View ArticleHealthier Holiday Eating
When it comes to serving a holiday feast or dishing up your plate, there are many choices to be made. Below are some helpful tips for making your holiday delectably healthier while enjoying those...
View ArticleGet SMART About Goal Setting
Once you have committed to what you want to achieve, no matter what area of your life, the next step is to set a goal. Goal setting helps you to concentrate on your efforts and keeps you motivated. If...
View ArticleYour Nutritional Year in Review
What a year it’s been! If you follow health news, your head is probably spinning with hidden dangers and surprising benefits of many foods. It’s hard to keep track of it all. Is butter terrible or...
View ArticleStarting Fresh (and Healthier) in the New Year
It’s that time again. Many of us have spent several weeks being out of our normal routine, navigating too much food, stress, and travel while not getting enough sleep. “Detoxing” from the Holidays The...
View ArticleNow Recruiting Vendors for our Farmers Market!
We’re starting to plan for our WakeMed Raleigh Campus Farmers Market season, and we are currently recruiting new vendors. Our market has a lot going for it and offers a unique opportunity for vendors...
View ArticleBariatrics Recipe Corner: Stir Fry
*The following recipe was contributed by Rebecca Skotek, RD, LDN. Stir Fry **makes 4 servings INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp sesame oil 1 yellow onion, chopped 1-2 tsp garlic cloves, chopped (or garlic powder) 1...
View ArticlePrioritizing Yourself
YOU are important! Many of us want our kids to be active, involved in sports and eat healthy foods. Why don’t we hold ourselves to the same standards? Even if you don’t have children, it’s easy to...
View ArticleNightshade Vegetables: To Eat or Not To Eat
There’s nothing like the comforting goodness of a bowl of mashed potatoes or a not-so-healthy side of salted french fries. The white potatoe is one delicious vegetable that doesn’t disappoint fried and...
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