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.
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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.
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.
7 facts you should know about vitamin D
Dr. Ian Bushell, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee explains what we should know about vitamin D and vitamin D supplements.
Are mocktails a healthy alternative to alcoholic drinks?
Ashley Kiser, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says you should watch out for added sugar in these alcohol-free drinks.
Prioritize back-to-school lunches for kids and adults
Registered Dietitian Shaina Gross offers tips that can help you pack a healthy lunch for you and your family.
What are essential nutrients? What they are, what they do & how to get enough
Melissa Perry, registered dietitian-nutritionist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how many nutrients are truly essential and which ones they are.
Dietary supplements 101: What you need to know before taking vitamins & minerals
Dr. Crystal Cooper, clinical pharmacist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains what you should know about supplements.
Can you be malnourished and not know it? 5 common causes of malnutrition
Erica Fleming, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says anyone can be malnourished if their diet doesn’t contain enough nutrients or doesn’t contain the right nutrients.
Rebecca’s story: The journey to losing 95 pounds
Rebecca Sosebee was an active child, taking dance and gymnastics and always playing outside with her friends. But making time to exercise became difficult in adulthood. Here’s her story of how she lost 95 pounds.