Omega-3s are polyunsaturated fatty acids your body needs to function. Unfortunately, our bodies do not produce them, and we can only get them through foods. They are super healthy and necessary thanks to their huge range of potential benefits: They’re thought to...
Omega-3 fatty acids are necessary for good health. It’s one of a group of essential fatty acids. The word “essential” means that your body can’t make Omega-3 on its own. You must get it from your diet or by taking a supplement. Omega-3 fatty acid is available in many...
This dish is low in sodium because it is hard on kidneys and raises blood pressure. Most people should limit sodium to 1,500 milligrams per day. This recipe is also low in potassium too. When you are suffering from kidney damage, potassium levels in the bloodstream...
Kidney disease affects your body’s ability to cleanse and remove extra water from your bloodstream as well as helps control your blood pressure. When they lose the ability to perform these functions, waste products, and excess fluid can accumulate in your body. The...
With summer sun comes a tan—and sometimes sunburn! Exposure to the sun’s ultra-violet rays can be detrimental to your skin and the production of melanin.The fairer the skin, the less melanin production, and the more likely you are to burn. Regardless of complexion,...
Squash…and blueberries in a smoothie, why not? “It can be challenging to get the recommended servings of vegetables into the day, so using fresh yellow squash is the perfect way to sneak in a serving of those veggies,” says Amber Ketchum, M.D.S.,...
