Food is Medicine
What we eat and drink can have a huge impact on our health. If you’re trying to improve your diet, these recipes may help get you on your way.
Tag Archives: food
A small change can make a big difference
We sometimes think that to be healthier and happier we have to make sweeping changes in our lives. Not so. Read about small changes that have made a difference.
Simple food safety tips for outdoor cooking
It never hurts to be reminded about the safe handling of food. Especially when it’s summer and you’re cooking outside.
A recipe for Popeye’s Mac and Cheese compliments of Wayside Food Programs
Wayside Food Programs provides delicious healthy food to Maine people in need. They shared a favorite comfort food recipe — mac and cheese with a healthy twist.
How to avoid stuffing food and feelings at Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time to show gratitude for all that we have. To enjoy a feast of food and loved ones. BUT too much food, too much family, and too little activity can make us feel just the opposite. Here’s some expert advice for surviving the day and the rest of the holidays.
10 things often taught in health class that could trigger an eating disorder
In any kind of health class, you should learn how to live a healthy lifestyle. But if you’re at risk of developing an eating disorder, what you hear in class could be a problem. Here are 10 things to know.
Healthy tips on controlling how much food you put on your plate
If you’re clueless about portion sizes — like what does three ounces of food look like on your plate — I’ve got some tips for you. I’ve also got an easy recipe.
The connection between your diet and your longevity
Restrict what you eat and you may add years to your life. Healthy years. With the help of Maine researcher Dr. Aric Rogers, we learn how that’s possible.
Burn off some Thanksgiving calories with this short, high-intensity workout
Feeling a little groggy from all that food you ate for Thanksgiving? Strength coach Andy Wight has a short but intense calorie burning routine just for you.
What you need to know about life-threatening eating disorders
Dr. Patrice Lockhart, medical director of the New England Eating Disorders Program at Sweetser, talks about risks, symptoms, and treatment of eating disorders.
