The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on every single one of us in a variety of ways. The stress and the chaos of these past weeks have really thrown a wrench in our lives, but it has also given us opportunities to form new habits and routines. You can still do the work and continue to stay healthy just as before, you might just have to be a little more creative. Check out these tips to set yourself up for success!

Many of you know that February is Heart Health Month…and yes, Valentine’s day too, but the “heart” of the matter is your physical heart. We’re going to discuss the fats found in your food and which ones you should avoid and limit since fats have a direct link to how well your heart functions.

Once again, the holiday season is upon us, and we all know what that means: a few extra goodies and treats, a few extra pounds, and even a bit of added stress. Take a look at these quick tips to help you stay on track with your healthy lifestyle goals during this holiday season:

Getting through the holidays can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be that way. You really can have your cake and eat it too. We recommend you focus on the goal of maintaining your weight, instead of struggling to lose weight. The nationwide Maintain, Don’t Gain Holiday Challenge is a free, fun way to help avoid holiday weight gain. Everyone can participate, whether you are looking to lose a few pounds, maintain your current weight, or pick up new strategies to eat smart and to move more.

November is National Diabetes Month and we want everyone to be aware that one in three people are diagnosed with prediabetes, and this number continues to grow each year.

Have you ever hit a roadblock in your workout routine? Many of us can grow tired of the same routine or exercise. Often this causes us to dread our workouts, cut them short, or even skip them completely. Here are 5 tips for revitalizing your workout routine.

Fall is one of my favorite seasons, but it always seems to be the fastest-paced. When we’re busy, we let our guard down and make choices that might not be…in our best interest. This year, get ahead of the runaway train and navigate this autumn/holiday season in good health. Who is going to be your trusty sidekick to help make this happen? Your freezer.

What happens when we don’t supply our brains with enough energy for the day? We tend to become irritable, lethargic, and even develop headaches. The best solution to avoid these things is to make sure our body has the calories and nutrients it needs to help us think clearly the whole day. The best place to start is with breakfast.

Do you get the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables in your diet? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that only about 1 in every 10 Americans eats enough fruits and vegetables.

June brings us summertime fun, higher temperatures, and a bounty of fruits and vegetables that keep us nourished and maybe even cooled off a bit. Maybe you’re looking for a new fruit or vegetable to try this summer or maybe you just need some new, tasty ways to eat these old favorites.

The summer heat makes us tired, lethargic, thirsty, and uninterested in venturing outside for too long unless it’s by the water. So how do we stay active when we can’t do our normal activities? Here are 10 ways you can keep up with your weight loss goals and continue to get 150 minutes of weekly physical activity without risking heat stroke.

Spring is in the (warm) air, which means your local farmers' markets are back! Find the closest markets to you and learn a few ways you can use ingredients from the markets for your daily cooking needs.

Dr. Gregg Gerety, Chief of Endocrinology at St.Peter’s Hospital in Albany, N.Y. says being diagnosed with prediabetes “is an opportunity to initiate lifestyle changes or treatments, and potentially [slow] progression or even prevent diabetes.” Read more on changes you can make today to be healthier, be happier, and prevent diabetes!

Many studies prove that the Mediterranean way of eating can help to prevent chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and even Alzheimer’s. For some people, eating the “Med Way” can result in decreased medications taken for diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Learn the 7 simple steps to eating the Med Way today!