The Month-by-Month Guide for When to Eat Michigan Produce
Certain fruits and vegetables are in-season in Michigan between March and September. Learn about each one and find out how long each growing season lasts.
What Meal Should be the Biggest of the Day?
Breakfast, lunch or dinner, which meal should be the heaviest? If you are trying to lose weight, what you eat and the amount is important, in addition to the timing.
What is Intuitive Eating?
When you eat intuitively, you listen to your body. You trust it to let you know when you are full and satisfied. You also reject the new fad diet of the month. Here are the benefits and risks.
Sugar Linked to Increased Risk of Anxiety in Children and Teens
A new study sheds light on the association between high sugar intake and increased risk of anxiety in adolescents. Here are some things to know.
Crunchy Spring Vegetable Salad with Lemon Garlic Dressing
Finished with fresh herbs, briny capers and a generous shower of parmesan, this salad strikes the perfect balance between fresh and savory.
What a Singer's Canceled Tour Taught Me About My Chronic People-Pleasing
If Colter Wall can prioritize his mental health over thousands, then I can prioritize my mental health over disappointing a couple people.
6 Michigan Cities for a Fun, Low-Cost Spring Break Trip
An exciting spring break can be found right here in Michigan. Here are six destinations to get you started.
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How to Get Deep Sleep
We all know we should be getting seven to eight hours of sleep. After all, we spend nearly one-third of our lives doing it. But here’s something most people don’t realize: not all sleep is created equal. On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Peter Graham, Chief Medical Officer of Blue Care Network. Together, they discuss what deep sleep is, how to get more of it and what happens during deep sleep. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What is deep sleep? How to sleep better What happens during deep sleep? How much of our sleep is deep sleep?
How to Stop the Midday Crash
We've all felt it: you’re cruising through your day and suddenly—bam—it’s 3 p.m. and your eyelids get heavy, your focus dips and a nap sounds like the best idea anyone has ever had. Why does this happen? On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Crystal Lee, Medical Director in Clinical Decision Support. Together, they discuss the midday crash, what it is and ways to minimize it. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: The midday crash Why it happens How to prevent it
What Oils Should You Be Cooking With and Why?
Olive oil, avocado oil, canola oil, coconut oil and even the classic vegetable oil. With so many options available, which oils should we be cooking with? On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Registered Dietitian Shanthi Appelö. Together, they discuss the different types of cooking oils, which you should be using and why. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: Healthy ways to cook with oil Calories and fat in oils Smoke point What oils should you have?
Healthy Apple Crisp
When you find yourself with only one or two apples in your pantry, don't worry! This delicious apple crisp is made with just a few ingredients.
What’s the Healthiest Type of Grill?
Charcoal grills, gas grills and smokers have all seen an uptick in use over the past five years. The question is, what is the healthiest grill to use?
Are New Year’s Resolutions Bad?
Integrative health expert, keynote speaker, radio personality, business owner and NASM Master Trainer Angela T. Moore talks about the pros and cons of New Year's resolutions. Are they bad? The answer might surprise you.
