https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/category/healthy-aging/favorite-nutrition-articles/ Easy, Mediterranean diet-inspired recipes Sat, 03 Sep 2022 01:28:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.2 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/cropped-site-id-32x32.png https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/category/healthy-aging/favorite-nutrition-articles/ 32 32 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/how-to-reduce-your-blood-sugar-naturally/ https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/how-to-reduce-your-blood-sugar-naturally/#comments Sat, 03 Sep 2022 01:28:50 +0000 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/?p=11731 If your fasting blood sugar or your A1C (a 3-month blood sugar average) is higher than normal, you may be on your way to developing diabetes. Before you panic, it’s important to know you can reduce your blood sugar naturally. Read about the best foods to eat and lifestyle changes you can make to reduce your risk.]]> https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/how-to-reduce-your-blood-sugar-naturally/feed/ 4 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/how-to-reduce-blood-pressure-without-medication/ https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/how-to-reduce-blood-pressure-without-medication/#comments Fri, 08 Jul 2022 01:00:00 +0000 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/?p=10339 Is your blood pressure creeping up? Before you commit to taking medication for the rest of your life, try these natural ways to reduce blood pressure. A few lifestyle and diet changes, including drinking my nitrate-rich blood pressure-reducing juice made with beetroot powder can make a world of difference. ]]> https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/how-to-reduce-blood-pressure-without-medication/feed/ 33 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/how-to-make-iced-tea-that-lowers-your-blood-pressure/ https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/how-to-make-iced-tea-that-lowers-your-blood-pressure/#comments Tue, 15 Jun 2021 05:28:40 +0000 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/?p=14511 Last year I did some research on the health benefits of tea for a project, and I was excited to learn that several types of tea are great for your blood pressure. Since then, I've been experimenting with different brands and flavor blends, and I hit on an iced tea recipe that I really love. It's my sparkling hibiscus green iced tea. This is a cold-brewed iced tea (also known as sun tea). It's packed with antioxidants that are great for your heart and can reduce your blood pressure. ]]> https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/how-to-make-iced-tea-that-lowers-your-blood-pressure/feed/ 2 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/why-shirataki-noodles-are-great-for-blood-sugar/ https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/why-shirataki-noodles-are-great-for-blood-sugar/#comments Fri, 21 May 2021 06:45:36 +0000 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/?p=14358 Have you tried shirataki noodles? Have you ever heard of them? Also known as Miracle Noodles or Konjac noodles, this is hands-down the best pasta for diabetes. These healthy noodles are becoming quite popular because they're carb-free and have only about 10 calories per serving! I've been getting questions about shirataki noodles and how they...]]> https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/why-shirataki-noodles-are-great-for-blood-sugar/feed/ 2 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/sleep-better-when-hormones-wont-let-you/ https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/sleep-better-when-hormones-wont-let-you/#comments Wed, 04 Sep 2019 00:30:55 +0000 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/?p=10069 Can't fall asleep, or when you do, you can't stay asleep? It's one of the most common complaints of women over the age of 40, and you can blame it on your hormones. Here's one of the lesser-known facts about perimenopause and early menopause - you can pretty much say goodbye to a good night's...]]> https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/sleep-better-when-hormones-wont-let-you/feed/ 29 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/plant-vs-animal-protein-powders-which-is-best-for-you/ https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/plant-vs-animal-protein-powders-which-is-best-for-you/#comments Tue, 16 Apr 2019 10:49:46 +0000 https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/?p=12106 Protein powders are a convenient way to boost your protein intake, but are plant-based proteins a healthier option than whey or other animal-based protein powders? Here’s a look at the pros and cons of each, and my recommendations. Many of us have a canister of protein powder in our pantry. It’s a great way to...]]> https://cravingsomethinghealthy.com/plant-vs-animal-protein-powders-which-is-best-for-you/feed/ 2