Body fat 101: Understanding the different kinds + 4 tips to manage it
Tyler Waclawski, certified exercise physiologist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains body fat and its functions.
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Whole grain guide: Breaking down grains, oats, rice, meals & more
Whole grain. Refined. Stone ground. Steel cut. What do you think of when you hear those words? One registered dietitian-nutrition explains what you need to know about whole grains.
The truth about food trends, vol. 2: Agave nectar, juice cleanses, coconut oil & more
Leslie Cornett, RDN at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, talks about agave nectar, juice cleanses, coconut water and more.
10 facts to know about alcohol + how to gauge your alcohol use
Dr. Judith Overton, a psychiatrist and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says our cultural acceptance of drinking makes it dangerous.
Hearing loss: causes, signs & how to protect your hearing
Dr. Audrey Atkins, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says hearing loss can make it difficult to connect with each other as we normally would.
Intentional rest: what it really is and how to make the most of it
Jessica Love, a case manager with a focus in behavioral health programs at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how to make the most of intentional rest.
Is silence good for your health?
WellTuned talked to Virginia A. Bizzell, licensed counselor and behavioral health expert for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, about how noise and silence affect our bodies.
LGBTQ health spotlight: 10 health care needs to know
Del Ray Zimmerman, director of the Office for Diversity Affairs and LGBTQ Health at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, explains 10 unique health care needs LGBTQ individuals may have.
The superfood guide
WellTuned talked to Leslie Cornett, registered dietitian and nutritionist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to find out what superfoods are and how you can incorporate them into your diet.
Matcha 101: what is it?
People who drink tea or coffee may recognize the name “matcha” or its bright green color, but what is it? And could you benefit from adding it to your daily routine?