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There are ways to celebrate the holiday season that do not involve food.

Redefining Celebration: Finding Joy Beyond Food

Ideas to spark inspiration for new celebratory traditions in your life.
A number of supplements for other uses also can help maintain bone strength and density.

Protecting Bones — With the Same Supplements That Protect Your Heart

Many supplements may also play important roles in maintaining bone strength, density, and overall skeletal resilience.
Autumn is a good time for healthy walks

The Fall Reset: Harnessing the Season’s Rhythm for Better Heart Health

Fall is the time to “reset” for cardiovascular and metabolic health.
Niacin (B3) has a number of health benefits

Niacin: An Old Vitamin with New and Surprising Benefits

Beyond its role in cardiovascular health, niacin has a long and fascinating history (and future) in medicine.
What are the health benefits of fiber

The Power of Fiber: A Simple Nutrient with Supercharged Benefits

From supporting heart and gut health to helping manage weight and blood sugar, fiber truly earns its “super-nutrient” status.
Do Statins Cause Cognitive Decline

Statins reduce Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: Protecting our heart AND our brain!

Contrary to popular fears, a growing body of high-quality research suggests that statins may protect brain health rather than harm it — particularly in the long term.

Lifestyle, Nutrition, & Recipes

This berry, spinach and walnut summer salad is perfect for the MIND diet

Berry, Spinach & Walnut Summer Salad

This berry, spinach and walnut summer salad is perfect for the MIND diet.
Salmon cakes are packed with heart-healthy omega-3s.

Spring Salmon Cakes with Herby Pea & Cucumber Salad

Get your heart-healthy omega-3s with these salmon cakes.
This bright, seasonal salad has leafy greens, powerful antioxidants and healthy fats.

Strawberry Kale Salad

a bright, seasonal salad that aligns with the principles of the MIND diet.
Superhero salad combines a number of vegetables

Weekday Superhero Salad

This recipe reflects the principles of the new USDA food pyramid.
One-Pot Winter Chicken, Vegetable and Farro Stew s a simple, cozy winter meal.

One-Pot Winter Chicken, Vegetable and Farro Stew

This recipe reflects the principles of the new USDA food pyramid.
Cottage cheese waffles are sweeat and soft.

Cottage Cheese Waffles

These keep you warm, satisfied and energized on cold winter mornings

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