The holiday season features time-honored traditions, family recipes and — all too often — rich party foods that can fill you with excess calories, cholesterol and guilt. This year, enjoy delicious holiday fare that’s healthy,...

It’s easier to make good food choices when you can see what you have and it is simple for you to grab and eat, instead of spending a lot of time preparing your food. That’s why having a healthy refrigerator can help you see the benefits...

You're not alone! The reality is that it's very difficult to be totally prepared for an emergency, but there are steps you can take to have a plan of action in case an emergency were to happen. We've shared with you this great Red Cross...

Who wants a delicious home-cooked meal during the holidays? We’ve got you covered in the kitchen from soup to nuts with our Quick Bites recipes. Check out our collection of 12 videos for simple recipes and cooking tips including slow cooker...

You can use this checklist to help you avoid your asthma triggers.

You could use pounds of beef in your holiday lasagna, but if you’d like a healthier option, try using lean turkey meat. The American Diabetes Association lists turkey meat as one of the best food choices when picking a protein. About ¼...

If you’re looking for a healthy grain at your next dinner, consider this! Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is packed with about 8 grams of protein per cooked cup and is gluten free. This can be a great substitute to white rice for someone living...

Keeping blood-sugar levels managed can be a big challenge, especially around the holidays. It’s nearly impossible to avoid sugar completely but that’s also not necessary. If you make a conscious effort to bake sweets with less sugar or...

An Asthma Action Plan is an important part of managing asthma. This written plan should be developed with a doctor to help control asthma. The plan shows daily treatments and instructions for medication. The plan also offers instructions for what...

Doesn’t a fizzy drink sound refreshing? Before you grab one, remember that if you choose soda, you could be drinking 10 teaspoons of sugar or more, depending on your serving. For anyone looking to keep their blood-sugar levels under control...

Do you usually fill your plate with loads-a pasta? Think about this: according to the American Diabetes Association , starchy foods can be part of a healthy meal plan, but portion size is key. If you or someone you know is living with diabetes—then...

It’s a common mistake to think overflowing Thanksgiving plates are a norm, but we don’t normally eat like this the rest of the year, so why do we think it’s ok to do it in November? The truth is—your body doesn’t need...

CDC diabetes infographic

The rush of the holidays can catch us off guard and we can end up cutting corners wherever possible. When it comes to our health, however–taking shortcuts is the last thing you want to do. Take “minute potatoes” for example. Not...

Dr. Derek Robinson is a busy man. Not only is he a Blue Cross and Blue Shield vice president, he also works as an emergency room doctor. And he and his wife, who is also a busy doctor, have two young children. So how does he manage to fit exercise...