How often should you weigh yourself? One dietitian answers 5 key questions
For many Tennesseans struggling with obesity, diabetes or heart disease, achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is a worthy goal.
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8 tips for healthy grilling this summer
Sarah Provence, a registered dietitian nutritionist with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says grilling can be heart-healthy cooking since it doesn’t need added fat to make your food taste great.
Blood pressure explained + why it matters
Dr. Catherine Payne, senior medical director for BlueCare, says that high blood pressure is often called “the silent killer” since most people don’t show any obvious symptoms
Are mushrooms the new brain food?
Susan Thomas, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says when we think about healthy food choices, mushrooms should definitely be on the list.
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.
How stress impacts your health
Dr. Kelly Askins, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how stress impacts our health and how we can stay healthier over the long run.
8 ways to increase the health benefits of walking
Aubrey Schmissrauter, an employee wellbeing specialist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses the health benefits of walking and how you can get the most out this activity.
6 health benefits of watermelon + how to pick a good one
Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses the health benefits of this superfood and how to pick out a winner.
7 health screenings every male needs and when to get them
Dr. Bertram Prosser, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says screenings are important because they’re about prevention and early detection so those with a diagnosis can be treated more easily.
How alcohol affects your brain
Dr. Judith L. Overton, a psychiatrist and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says alcohol affects how your brain works, and that’s important to consider when you are deciding whether you want to drink or not.