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Feed Your Brain Well

The old saying “you are what you eat” proves true when it comes to your brain. Eating smarter can make your brain work better. Many foods are good for your brain, and, as a bonus, also reduce heart disease, diabetes and stroke. Feed your brain well!

Try these brain boosting foods:

Baked or grilled halibut, mackerel, salmon, trout or tunaprovides a meal packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which…

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Gardening: Sow the Seeds of Good Health Gardening is a great way to enjoy physical activity, soak up sunshine and feel happier. In fact, gardening can be more effective at reducing stress and improving mood than reading, according to a study in the…

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A Day of Brain Food

What’s a brain-healthy diet, you ask? Experts say it’s the same as a heart-healthy diet. Since blood vessels deliver nourishment to your brain, keeping your ticker in good shape helps maintain a sharper mind.

So bring on the fruits and veggies, whole grains, lean meats and low-fat dairy! Good eats like these boost heart and brain health and may lower dementia risk. In one four-year study, people…

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Flex Your Brain

Our minds thrive on stimulation and activity. The more we learn and experience, the stronger our brain’s circuitry and capacity to think and remember.

That’s why experts like Dr. Richard Restak and Scott Kim, authors of The Playful Brain, recommend puzzles and games such as crosswords, acrostics, Sudoku and brainteasers as ways to stay mentally sharp.

Doing jigsaw puzzles and playing games such…

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Make Time for a Better Brain

We all know people who swear that doing crossword puzzles or Sudoku helps their memory. Turns out, they’re onto something.

Your brain, like other muscles, works better when exercised. But mental exercises alone will not improve brain power. Exercising your body is just as important as exercising your brain.

When you take a brisk walk or lift weights, you’re not only doing something positive for…

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Beware of Midsection Fat

It’s a good idea to carry a spare tire in the trunk of your car, but not so good to carry one around your midsection.

Research shows extra pounds around your waist can increase the risk for certain dangerous health conditions. The problem with midsection fat is that it’s not just located right under your skin, but goes deeper and surrounds internal organs, which raises your risk of heart…

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Poison-Proof Your Home

Our homes may be our sanctuaries, but they also are where 90 percent of accidental poisonings occur, says Lenyss Klumpp, government and community relations coordinator for the Florida Poison Information Center Network. “Houses are not poison-proofed, and people make mistakes.”

The bathroom and kitchen are typically the most dangerous rooms in the house. Think about the items you keep under your…

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Presto Pesto!

Pesto traditionally is made with fresh basil leaves, olive oil, pine nuts, hard cheese such as Parmesan, garlic, and salt and pepper, but recipes vary with the cook’s taste and family tradition. For people with food allergies or sensitivities, pesto can be made without nuts or cheese. Some variations substitute mint, spinach or other greens for basil.

Besides putting pesto on pasta, try it as a…

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Season’s Eatings

After a winter of heavy stews, casseroles and comfort foods, it’s time to lighten up. Spring means lots of fresh greens and vegetables have sprouted, so it’s the perfect time to reboot the palette. Not only is seasonal eating delicious, but you’ll see savings in your wallet if you take advantage of deals on fresh produce.

Eating local, in-season foods also is good for the environment —no shipping…

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Seeing Green: What’s in a Food Label?

You’ve been told not to judge a book by its cover, and the same goes for food products.

In a study at Cornell University, participants perceived products with green labels to be healthier than products without green packaging, even though both had the same nutritional content.

Manufacturers also use other techniques to make food seem healthier.

Beware of these tricks of the trade:

“0 trans fats”…

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A Growing Problem: Type 2 Diabetes

About 8.1 million people in the U.S. have undiagnosed type 2 diabetes; a chronic condition caused when the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin.

In its early stages, type 2 diabetes may not produce noticeable symptoms. Some people have the disease for years before being diagnosed. And all the while, diabetes may be causing irreparable damage to their eyes, kidneys…

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Type 2 Diabetes: The First Year

Hearing that you have type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes can be scary, but it doesn’t have to turn your life upside down. Sure, you’ll have to make some lifestyle changes, but diabetes is manageable with the support of loved ones and your healthcare team.

Even better news: By making long-term lifestyle changes, you may be able to halt the progression of the disease and even reverse some of its…

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Beyond Oatmeal: Five treats for you and your heart Foods like oatmeal, dark chocolate and red wine are frequently praised for having heart-friendly benefits. Here are five more not-so-obvious heart helpers:

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Get Heart Smart with Cranberry Juice Drinking low-calorie cranberry juice can be a smart way to lower blood pressure, according to a study by the U.S.

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Can Fish Oil Supplements Prevent Heart Attack? It Might Be a Fish Story

A diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids reduces risk for cardiovascular disease, among other illnesses. But fish oil supplements, though filled with omega-3s, may not deliver the same benefits as dietary sources.

After reviewing data from about 68,000 patients gathered in 20 trials over 24 years, researchers found that people taking fish oil supplements didn’t lower their risk for heart attacks,…

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Heart Healthy Dinner Makeover from H2U

Dining in with your Valentine? This meal will impress, while also being heart-healthy.

First course

Strawberry and avocado salad with lime vinaigrette

Top fresh spinach with slices of strawberry, avocado and toasted walnuts. Ramp up the flavor by dressing the salad with a homemade lime vinaigrette. Simply whisk together ¼ cup olive oil, ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, the zest of one lime, 2 Tbsps.…

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Is that Heart Flutter Harmless?

Stories about falling in love always mention the moment when the heart races, or starts to flutter, or even skips a beat at the sight of a beloved. Poetically, that’s romance. Medically, that’s arrhythmia.

The occasional hiccup in the heart is probably nothing more to worry about. Arrhythmia, an abnormal or irregular heartbeat, is very common, especially as we age. But some arrhythmias can be…

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