Lifestyle, food and health articles
People with diabetes have the same nutritional needs as everyone else. Eating is one of life’s greatest pleasures. There’s nothing like a good plate of food. Just got diagnosed with type 2 diabetes? Worry not! You can still enjoy a variety of your favorites. If …
Penn Jillette has a ton of titles; magician, musician, juggler, inventor, comedian, author and actor, among others. Now, he can add successful extreme weight loser…yes, I realize that’s a contrived and awkward title, but work with me here. Back in late 2014, Penn, who stood …
Imagine this: you glance into your freezer and are unable to locate your next delectable MagicKitchen.com meal. You then simply place your order online, wait a few seconds, and voila, your meal materializes in front of your eyes on your transporter platform (which could be …
The reality is, most of us consume too much sodium. Many of those high-sodium foods are summertime favorites. Sandwiches made with processed meats, hot dogs cooked on the grill, and any fast food meal served with French fries, are a few examples. If you’re trying …
Protect your skin from the sun. You’ve heard the advice before. And it’s important, especially during the summer months when the sun’s ultraviolet rays are the strongest. But there’s more to keeping your skin healthy than simply using sunscreen, wearing a hat, and picnicking in …
When you’re on dialysis, you’ve got to get creative when it comes to quenching your thirst on a hot summer day. Too much liquid in your diet can create problems that can interfere with digestion and lead to serious complications. Fortunately, there are ways to …
When you have diabetes, monitoring your blood sugar levels becomes a regular part of your life. With a combination of medication, good food, and healthy lifestyle habits, you can keep your blood sugar level under control. Here are some things you can do: Eat healthy …
When 70-year-old Gunhild Swanson decided to go for a run earlier in the summer, she laced up her running shoes and headed into the mountains of northern California. But she wasn’t alone. Gunhild was among the 371 participants who showed up to take on the …
Turn on the TV mid-summer, and there’s a good chance hot weather is in the forecast. It’s great for swimming, picnics, and backyard barbecues. But if you have renal disease, you’ve got to take some precautions to protect your health from the heat wave. Warmer …
When you’re trying to watch your weight, keeping track of your diet makes a big difference. In fact, a recent study found that people who kept a food journal lost twice as much weight as people who didn’t. Why? When you make the effort to …