A common myth about emotional eating is that it’s prompted by negative feelings. Yes, people often turn to food when they’re stressed, lonely, sad, anxious…

The New Year is a great time to reflect on ways to improve health. So often New Year’s resolutions include a vow to lose weight…

With the holidays just around the corner, you may be surrounded by savory and sugary eats that are simply too hard to resist. It may…

Holidays are filled with family get-togethers and also the temptation to consume unhealthy foods. Holiday appetizers can be a main source of carbohydrates (carbs), adding extra…

This week we’re revisiting a previous Thanksgiving post from November 26, 2014. These tips and kidney-friendly recipes may help you stay on track this Thanksgiving. Happy…

With Thanksgiving Day fast approaching it’s time to start planning holiday food for upcoming events. Whether you are planning for guests,  a potluck or bringing…

Happy Halloween! Autumn is filled with colorful leaves, crisp air, and pumpkin—as decorations and in foods. Pumpkin, notoriously touted as a higher potassium food, is…

Labor Day, also known as the “workingman’s holiday,” is a U.S. holiday that honors American workers.1 For many Americans, the first Monday in September is filled with picnics…

Are you staying home on Independence Day this year? With July 4th falling on a Wednesday, many people may decide to stay close to home….

Memorial Day weekend kicks off the start of summer. The hot and sunny days to come mean cookouts, summer socials and potlucks galore. Here are…