If you don't have high blood pressure, odds are that someone very close to you does. Nearly half of American adults have it, and many have no idea. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is referred to as the "silent killer" because there often are no symptoms. Yet the condition dramatically raises the risk for heart attack, stroke, kidney failure -- even blindness. The American Heart ...
Ben’s Everything Protein Granola
Crunchy, sweet and just a bit savory, granola is a crowd pleaser. But most brands of granola are loaded with sugar, with minimal protein or fiber. Fortunately Ben McLauchlin of Swerve saves the day again with his “Everything” Protein Granola that rolls together all things sweet, savory, crunchy – and chocolatey. This Everything Protein Granola packs about two ounces worth of protein ...
Love it, Like it, Hate it: Sparkling Water
Staying hydrated is always important, but it’s especially critical if you’ll be spending the day under the sun – and with festival season kicking into high gear, hydration is a top priority! And since hydration can extend far beyond just plain water, I'm sharing the best & worst options when it comes to sparkling drinks on shelves. How much fluid we need: Half of our body weight in ...
Love it, Like it, Hate it: Tortillas and Wraps
Tortillas and wraps make it super convenient to have a healthy meal or snack anytime; they’re portable, won’t get soggy like a sandwich, and they’re also easy to pack for travel. And while there are plenty of brands marketed as “high fiber” or “low carb”, we’re Getting the Skinny with Molly on the best and worst of seemingly nutritious tortillas and wraps. LOVE IT! Hola Nola 100% Whole ...
Are we too judgey?
Are we too judgey about others' food choices? We may be doing more harm than good By Molly Kimball | NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune We might have the best of intentions, but can we be a bit self-righteous, opinionated or disapproving about what someone else is eating? Everyone has an opinion when it comes to food and nutrition, but many of us also seem to think that ...
Goat Cheese Bacon Grilled Cheese
With a relatively even balance of carbs, protein and fat, about half of the fat in this bacon-goat cheese-grilled cheese is from plant-based oils. Goat Cheese Bacon Grilled Cheese Makes 1 serving 2 slices Nature's Own 100% Whole Grain Bread 2 teaspoons coconut oil or Earth Balance butter 1 teaspoon fig preserves 1 ounce goat cheese 1 slice nitrite-free ...