Childhood obesity in Tennessee: how families can combat the trend
Dr. Audrey Atkins, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains what families can do to help their children develop healthier habits.
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Vegetables: what’s the best way to prepare them?
Shaina Gross, a registered dietitian for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says the way you cook vegetables matters.
Try the viral dense bean salad
Erica Fleming, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says an increased focus on plant-based eating has led people to embrace dishes like dense bean salad.
7 ways to help increase your child’s wellness
Dr. Sharon Moore-Caldwell, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says you can nurture your child’s wellness by taking some small steps every day.
Limiting screen time isn’t just for kids
Dr. Deborah Gatlin, a child psychiatrist and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides strategies to enjoy the benefits of screen time without taking it too far.
6 things you should know about intermittent fasting
Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains intermittent fasting and what you need to know about it.
Are you drinking too much caffeine?
Ashley Kiser, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses the potential health impact of our caffeine consumption.
Are pickles good for you?
Erica Fleming, a registered dietitian at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says because pickles are made from cucumbers, they are a low-calorie and low-fat food, along with other benefits.
3 walking programs for different ability levels
Tyler Waclawski, a BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee certified exercise physiologist, says walking is a simple and effective exercise that can benefit people of all ability levels. You just have to get started.
6 summer health questions answered
Is it safe to drink out of a garden hose? Do you have to wait an hour after eating before swimming? Dr. Chris Andershock, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides answers to some common summer questions.