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An image of a person peacefully sleeping in a comfortable bed, demonstrating the importance of a good night's rest. (Taken with a Canon EOS Rebel T7i)

insomnia

2023-12-10

Sleep interrupted: What to do, and what not to do, when you wake up and can’t drift back off

Anyone who has ever woken up in the middle of the night and struggled to go back to sleep knows the toll insomnia can take the following day. According to 2020 data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 17% of adults had trouble staying asleep most days or every day of the past month...

Subway

2023-12-02

What to Order at Subway According to Nutrition Experts

In a world of fast food restaurants sometimes associated with overindulgence, Subway could be a viable option if you're looking to eat a quick and healthy meal. Nutrition experts say that with some planning, it's possible to order a healthy meal at Subway thanks to the many veggies and the various breads on offer (wheat bread, malted rye bread or gluten-free wraps). Subway offers 'better-for-you' sandwich options for both adults and kids, focusing on maintaining a balance between taste and health. Restaurants like Subway offer choices, allowing you to decide what's best for you. Dr. Joan Salge Blake, a nutrition professor at Boston University, urges you to mosey on down to Subway for a fast-food meal that puts you in the driver's seat. Subway has sandwiches under 400 calories, low in saturated fats, capped at 1,100 mg sodium, and a good source of lean protein...

eggs

2023-11-30

Get cracking: These are the best eggs for your health, according to nutritionists

Selecting eggs at the grocery store may sometimes leave you scratching your head. So which eggs are best for your health?..

standing

2023-11-16

Standing and Sleeping Better for Heart Than Sitting, New Study Suggests

Adults are sedentary for an average of 9½ hours each day, studies have shown — and all that sitting could be putting people's heart health at risk. In six separate studies that included over 15,000 people from five countries, researchers found that even a few moments of sitting replaced with any other activity, such as standing or sleeping, can improve cardiovascular health...

Thanksgiving turkey

2023-11-14

5 Little-known Facts About Thanksgiving Turkey from Registered Dieticians

With fall in full swing, anticipation for the annual turkey-day feast is on the rise for many who love the November holiday. While many are familiar with the tradition of roasting the iconic bird, how much do you really know about the nutritional aspects of turkey?..

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