Sitting is unavoidable…but the threats to your health from it aren’t
Tyler Waclawski, a certified exercise physiologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says we spend too much time sitting. And that can be hazardous to our health.
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Why it’s important to see your doctor after pregnancy
WellTuned spoke with Drs. Edwin Thorpe and Sharon Moore-Caldwell, medical directors for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to find out why these visits are important.
Cinnamon: is it the healthiest spice?
Cinnamon doesn’t just taste good. It’s also good for you, according to Leslie Cornett, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
Angela’s story: keeping high blood pressure in check
Angela Maffett-Terry, a case management supervisor for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, shares her experience managing high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes.
3 reasons you need to take your statins
Nearly one-third of Tennesseans have high cholesterol. For many, their treatment plan includes a prescription for a statin.
Sleep essential to good heart health
Dr. Andrew Vernon, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says, “People don’t often connect sleep to heart health, but they’re definitely related.”
Fitness 101: your guide to pilates, yoga, and barre
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee certified exercise physiologist Tyler Waclawski says a new exercise routine can help with motivation and keep things from getting stale or repetitive.
What are legumes? Breaking down the benefits of beans, peas, nuts & more
WellTuned spoke with Sarah Provence, a registered dietitian nutritionist educator with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to understand all the reasons you should try legumes.
Signs of pancreatic cancer + ways to reduce your risk
Dr. Daniel Cusator, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains why your pancreas is so important and how you can watch for symptoms of pancreatic cancer.
Antioxidants 102: Free radicals, oxidative stress & inflammation (plus 5 tips for fighting them)
Leslie Cornett, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says there are certain foods you can eat to boost your antioxidant levels, such as squash, citrus, fish and crab.