Nutrition & Fitness


Inflammatory Foods May Increase Colon Cancer Risk

We have known for years that healthy, high-fiber foods — especially those with anti-inflammatory properties — can promote wellness and reduce your colon cancer risk....

March 13, 2018 / 2 min read


Preventing Chronic Kidney Disease

Our kidneys function as our body’s filtration system. Much like a filter in a swimming pool or fish aquarium, when the kidneys stop functioning properly,...

March 8, 2018 / 2 min read


Child Obesity Levels Still Rising — Not...

A troubling new report clears up an apparent misconception about the childhood obesity epidemic: It’s not leveling off as previous reports have indicated. In fact,...

February 27, 2018 / 2 min read


Roundup: Eating Slowly – and Not Too...

Take your time when eating, avoid after-dinner snacks and don’t eat shortly before bedtime. These three habits will help you lose weight, a new study...

February 16, 2018 / 3 min read


Former ‘Mr. Churrasco’ Now Savors a Healthy...

Nelson Morales, who was once known as “Mr. Churrasco” to his friends, now calls himself “the luckiest man alive.” Mr. Morales (pictured above with his...

February 14, 2018 / 3 min read


Score a Healthy Super Bowl With These...

More food is eaten on Super Bowl Sunday than any other holiday or celebration during the year, with the exception of Thanksgiving. With the quantity...

February 2, 2018 / 3 min read


#BaptistHealthy: Overnight Oats

Overnight oats make for a healthy breakfast for the whole family. Just mix and let sit overnight for a nutritious morning treat. Watch now!  ...

January 24, 2018 / 1 min read


Fueling for the Marathon: Top 5 Common...

Preparing for the Fitbit Miami Marathon and Half Marathon on January 28 requires many miles of training. But what about training the stomach and muscles...

January 23, 2018 / 4 min read


Miami Marathon Profiles 2018 (Part 2): Why...

Participants training for the Fitbit Miami Marathon and Half Marathon on January 28 share their motivations for running. Here is the second installment of our...

January 22, 2018 / 5 min read


#BaptistHealthy: Avocado Toast (Video)

Did you know avocados provide a healthy source of monounsaturated fats, vitamins and minerals? Replacing saturated fats with monounsaturated fats can help prevent heart disease...

January 3, 2018 / 1 min read