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Close Cholesterol Level Targets The tests that check your total cholesterol and other blood lipids (fats) is a fasting lipid profile. According toAmerican Diabetes Association Standards of Medical Care for Diabetes-2013 most adults with diabetes should have this test once every year. A lipid profile measures the following three items, plus total cholesterol: low-density lipoproteins, known as LDL (bad) cholesterol high-density lipoproteins, known as HDL (good) cholesterol...

Trying to lose weight is overwhelming enough when there are conflicting messages all over the internet, but add medication into the mix and things can really start to feel out of your control. The good news is you don’t have to throw in the towel and give up on trying to maintain a healthy weight or lose weight if you’re taking medication that makes it hard. We talked to Dr. Alexandra Sowa, MD, a dual-board certified doctor of internal and obesity medicine, clinical instructor of medicine at NYU Langone and founder ofSoWell Health, to learn which medications can lead to weight gain and what to do if the scale starts to creep up....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleHow Do You Lose Weight?How to Maintain Muscle MassHealthy Eating Tips In This ArticleView All View All In This Article How Do You Lose Weight? How to Maintain Muscle Mass Healthy Eating Tips Close Photo:Getty Images Getty Images As a dietitian, I’ve received this question countless times: “How can I lose weight without losing my muscle mass?” It’s a common concern for many people. We all need to maintain our muscles, as they support our bodies in everything we do, from sitting upright to carrying groceries to exercising....

CloseOkay, I’ll admit it. I spend way too much time on Pinterest. Don’t let my husband know I just said that out loud, but I just love it! I realize that half, OK 99 percent, of what I pin is never going to happen in real life. It’s aspirational, right?One of the things I keep seeing lately are gorgeous table arrangements made from veggies. How cool is that? Just picture it, there you sit at your next holiday gathering with your family....

ClosePhoto: Photographer / Jen Causey, Food Stylist / Ali Ramee, Prop Stylist / Christine KeelySandwiches come in all shapes and sizes, and there are endless avenues of possibility and deliciousness. From tuna salad to a classic grilled cheese, sandwiches can be enjoyed at any time. One of our favorite things about sandwiches is that you can pile on the veggies, from crunchy cucumbers to colorful leafy greens. Here, find our expert guide to crafting the tastiest vegetarian sandwich that’s packed with protein....

Close Photo: Joy Howard Thanksgiving is traditionally a time to gather with friends and family. And the dishes that typically go with it—the casseroles, stuffing, pies, a turkey that takes over the oven—are usually designed to feed a crowd. If you find your guest list smaller this year and wonder how to honor this food-centric holiday without getting buried in leftovers, we can help. You can still enjoy a delicious meal, built for two, without making too many sacrifices....

Photo: GETTY / Morsa ImagesIf you’ve been social distancing due to the coronavirus pandemic, you might have gone longer than usual without seeing your partner, friends or family. This can be a total bummer—especially since there’s no clear end in sight. But an easy way to brighten a loved one’s day is to send them a care package. It doesn’t have to be fancy or expensive—in fact, these ideas all cost under $25 (before shipping)....

ClosePhoto:Getty ImagesThey’re there for us at all hours and available practically anywhere we travel around the country. I’m talking about the great American tradition of the roadside diner. And for many of us, one of the best aspects of those diners is the ability to order breakfast all day and late into the night—especially anomelet.This classic egg dish tastes amazing when it comes out of the kitchen at a diner, but replicating it at home can create some ho-hum results....

Close Photo: Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props stylist: Julia Bayliss, Food stylist: Ana Kelley Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:30 minsServings:4Jump to Nutrition Facts Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:30 minsServings:4 Active Time:20 mins Active Time: 20 mins Total Time:30 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings:4 Servings: 4 Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients8large eggs¼cuphalf-and-half¼teaspoonsalt, divided⅛teaspoonground pepper2tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil¾cupchopped onion (such as white, yelloworsweet)orshallot1teaspoongrated garlic⅓cupchopped bell peppers (yellow, redororange)¼cupfinely chopped mushrooms, broccoliorcauliflower1cupchopped leafy greens (such as kaleorspinach)¼cupchopped fresh herbs (such as basil, parsley, dillorchives), plus more for garnish½cupshredded sharp Cheddar cheese¼cupgrated low-moisture cheese (such as Parmesanorcotija)⅛teaspooncrushed red pepper...

Healthy Pasta Salad Recipes 1. Choose & Cook Pasta Jen Causey Whole-wheat pastaadds 2 grams of satisfying fiber per ounce of dry pasta versus white pasta. The amount of dry pasta to start with depends on the shape. To get 4 cups of cooked pasta, use 2 cups elbow macaroni, 2 1/2 cups shells, 3 cups bow ties or fusilli. Cook pasta and drain (but don’t rinse). Spread on a large baking sheet to cool....

From the classic slab of meats and cheeses to unique, fun twists like “jarcuterie” and charcuterie sticks, you’re almost guaranteed to find some version of a charcuterie board at any gathering you go to—and for good reason. Charcuterie boards are not only an easy appetizer to assemble, but they can also be made ahead of time. Plus, charcuterie boards offer a variety of options, so everyone is bound to find something they want to snack on....

Close Featured Recipe:Greek-Style Chicken Salad Size Up Salad Bar Serving Spoons Most spoons and tongs in salad bar ingredient containers hold 2 tablespoons, so you can count as you dish them up. Smaller spoons found in toppings such as nuts and sunflower seeds hold about 1-1/2 teaspoons, which is enough to add crunch without excess calories. Salad Bar Extra:Sugar snap peas cost 50 percent less on a salad bar than regular retail....

How to Make Espresso Without a Machine Fun fact: espresso is just fine-ground coffee that’s brewed with hot water under high pressure. Sure, you could invest in a fancyone-touch Nespressoor$1000 Breville espresso machine—or you could pick up a $30 Aeropress for delicious coffee that’s pretty close to being espresso. I say “pretty close,” because according to the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), espresso technically needs to be made with nine to 10 atmospheres of pressure (also called bars), and the Aeropressdoesn’t quite make the cut....