Are Pecans Good for You?
Here is some information about pecans to help you decide whether you want to pick up a bag during your next visit to the grocery store.
How to Limit Sodium and Hidden Calories at Cookouts
As more than 70% of dietary sodium is from packaged and restaurant foods, reviewing sodium levels in foods and choosing low-sodium foods before a cookout can help you with a heart-healthy diet.
Michigan Bucket List: U-Pick Cherry Farms
From Traverse City down to Fennville and South Haven, these 14 U-pick cherry farms are some of the best that Michigan has to offer. Happy picking!
Picnic Food Ideas for Hot Weather
Picnics and summer go hand-in-hand. Here are some picnic food ideas for hot weather.
How to Temperature Check Your Meat
Cooking meat to the right temperature is one of the most important steps in preparing a great meal. Whether you're grilling steaks, roasting chicken or cooking a holiday turkey, checking the internal temperature helps ensure your food is both safe to eat and cooked exactly how you like it.
Is Smoked Meat Healthy?
Are there any risks with consuming smoked meat? Here is a look at the research about this method of cooking.
The Cherry on Top of Summer: Fresh Seasonal Recipes
Cherries are packed with nutrients that support overall health. Both sweet and tart cherries provide vitamin C, potassium, fiber and a variety of plant compounds called polyphenols.
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Southwestern Grilled Romaine Salad
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Are Multivitamins Worth it?
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The Benefits of Heat Therapy
Whether it’s a trendy workout like hot yoga, relaxing in a sauna or soaking in a hot tub, heat can have some surprising benefits for your health. But is heat really helpful for your body, and how can you use it safely? On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Medical Director for Provider Engagement, Dr. Jessica Huhn, to explain the science behind heat therapy, its potential health benefits, who may benefit most and when heat should be avoided. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What is heat therapy? What are the benefits? What are the different types of heat therapy? Is heat always the answer?
Are Multivitamins Worth it?
Vitamins are essential nutrients our bodies need to function, supporting immune health, energy production and even brain function. But with entire aisles dedicated to multivitamins, immune boosters, gummies and supplements, it’s easy to wonder: what should you really be taking, if anything? On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Angela Seabright, Care Management Physician at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Together, they discuss multivitamins, what’s in them, and who, if anyone, should be taking one. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What are multivitamins? Who should consider taking them? Why are they so popular? Are there any risks?
Sweet Without Sugar: Smart Swap or Not?
Artificial sweeteners are everywhere; they promise the sweetness we crave without the calories or sugar. But are they better for you or just marketed that way? On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Registered Dietitian Shanthi Appelö. Together, they discuss artificial sweeteners, different kinds of sugars and what’s really the best option for you. In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore: What are artificial sweeteners? How does your body process artificial sweeteners? What are the different forms of sweeteners? Are these sweeteners safe?
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?
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.
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.
