Brunch Boards for Mother’s Day

Brunch Boards for Mother’s Day

staff2 May 13, 2023

May 13, 2023 Looking for a new way to celebrate Mom on her special day? Build her a beautiful and bite-worthy brunch board! Every good board has a mix of protein, fruits, veggies and plenty of fun foods thrown in. Make Mom…

Top 5 Tips to Manage Your Blood Sugar

staff2 April 29, 2023

April 29, 2023 Did you know there is a scientific cause for cravings? Cravings often appear after you experience a big spike in blood sugar followed by a dramatic drop in blood sugar or a “crash.” You may feel frequent hunger pains,…

Curious About Your Cup of Joe?

staff2 April 22, 2023

April 22, 2023 For years, the health and wellness industry has gone back and forth on whether coffee is beneficial for health. We now know that in many cases coffee is not harmful to health but may be beneficial in the right…

Nothing Fishy about Knowing Your Omega-3 Level!

staff2 March 4, 2023

March 4, 2023 Did you know that 95% of Americans, and 80% of people worldwide, are not getting enough EPA and DHA omega-3s? It is important to know your levels because omega-3s can offer big benefits to your health. Omega-3s can help…

Under Pressure? Your Hy-Vee Dietitians Can Help

staff2 February 25, 2023

February 25, 2023 One of the key components of heart health is blood pressure. If you have high blood pressure, or hypertension, you are at higher risk of developing other health problems, such as heart disease, heart attack and stroke. The good…

Hy-Vee Dietitians Put the Focus on Fats

staff2 February 18, 2023

February 18, 2023 It’s time for an oil change – and we’re not referring to your vehicle! Healthy fats are back, and they’re here to stay! But after years of fearing fat (thanks, low-fat diet craze), it’s important to refocus and fill…

Family-Friendly Sides are the Main Star

staff2 September 11, 2021

September 11, 2021 Let’s talk about MyPlate! Not “my plate,” but MyPlate, the food group guide to making a healthy and balanced plate. We need representation from every party like fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins and dairy. Everyone’s invited! Most of the time…

Fueling Family Meals Month

staff2 September 4, 2021

September 4, 2021 Gather around the table for Family Meals Month! Fostering family meal time by preparing and eating food together can create long-lasting relationships and big benefits. Eating family dinners can lead to better and more healthful food choices. Kids who…