Lake Martin Magazine

What dark leafy green contains protein, carbohydrates, twice the recommended daily allowance for vitamins A and C, lots of iron and other minerals? Kale!

Unfortunately, too much of a good thing – in this case, sugar – can lead to problems.

It is much easier to establish a healthy eating pattern by balancing food and beverages with energy needs than to focus only on one food or meal.

Do you know that during your lifetime your heart will do more physical work than any other muscle in your body?

It is very important to recognize when we are experiencing stress and what causes it. Stress symptoms left untreated and unrecognized can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and obesity. Common symptoms of stress include: headaches, muscle tension, chest pain, fatigue, stomach upset, sleep issues, anxiety, lack of motivation, irritability, anger, sadness or depression, overeating, under eating, drug, tobacco or alcohol abuse and social withdrawal.

Healthy eating can be the biggest challenge of the season for some of us; however, it is not an unattainable goal. There are some healthy substitutions that can make – not break – the holiday challenge of keeping to your healthful eating commitment.

It does seem a contradiction that we can purchase summer squash all year around but winter squash from late summer to early spring.

Football season breeds the tailgating season. It’s all about the dress, the set-up and the convenience of home, even when you are not home, and of course, the food!

Some smoothies are nothing short of a milkshake. It is very important to do the homework and know what ingredients are in a smoothie before you buy it.

Yogurt is not just for snacking anymore. Yogurt has become a staple in many people’s homes for many reasons.