Healthy Balance

Infographic: Hidden Sugars – Unexpected Sugars in What You Eat and Drink

Elizabeth Timms | 2/13/2020 | Nutrition

Food labels don’t currently distinguish between added sugar and natural sugar. It takes more work for people to read labels and find these hidden sugars.

Coronavirus Myths & Facts: What You Can Do to Avoid Infection

Amy Sarah Marshall | 1/28/2020 | Prevention

The coronavirus is devastating parts of China. But are YOU in danger? Do you need to worry? Our infectious disease expert, William Petri, MD, serves up the facts.

Terry Tigner’s Weight Loss Surgery: A Stubborn Candidate Finds Her Way

Nate Braeuer | 1/6/2020 | Patient Stories, Videos

Terry Tigner knew she needed to lose weight, but weight loss surgery wasn't part of her plan. Her friend Angela Taylor and the UVA bariatrics team provided the support and encouragement needed to take the first step.

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A man and woman are forming a heart shape with their hands. She is on his back. They're smiling.

Knowing Your Heart: Common Heart Problems

Luis Soler Rivera | 2/20/2020 | General Health

We all know a friend, family member or colleague with heart problems. Yet, most people don’t think much about their actual, physical, beating heart. What do you know about common heart problems? We spoke with two UVA heart health providers for more insight into heart health.

woman sneezing into tissue in office setting

Know The Types of Flu And How to Protect Yourself

Elizabeth Timms | 2/19/2020 | Prevention

Some schools and businesses are temporarily closing due to high outbreaks of flu activity. Know the different types of flu and how to protect yourself.

Plant-Based Burgers and Meat: Are They Healthy?

Eric Puffenbarger | 2/18/2020 | Nutrition, Prevention

Plant-based burgers and meat are still one of the top trending food items. But, is eating plant-based burgers instead of the real thing really good for you? Registered dietician Katherine Basbaum gives some insight.

pile of frozen vegetables but what's better- fresh, frozen or canned vegetables

Fresh, Frozen or Canned Vegetables: Which is Better?

Elizabeth Timms | 2/17/2020 | Nutrition

Finding it hard to fill your plate with fresh vegetables at this time of year? Use frozen or canned vegetables as they’re healthier than you think.

Infographic: Hidden Sugars – Unexpected Sugars in What You Eat and Drink

Elizabeth Timms | 2/13/2020 | Nutrition

Food labels don’t currently distinguish between added sugar and natural sugar. It takes more work for people to read labels and find these hidden sugars.

colorful donuts and candy make it hard to stop eating sugar

How to Stop Eating Sugar Without Losing Your Mind: 6 Strategies to Try

Amy Sarah Marshall | 2/12/2020 | Nutrition

After eating too much Halloween candy, I tried 6 strategies to survive the holidays without overdoing it again. See how my strategies to stop eating sugar held up - both in real life and with UVA registered dietitian Katherine Basbaum.

women stressed with a bowl on head which could cause heart disease

Stress and Heart Disease: How Does Your Body Handle Stress?

Elizabeth Timms | 2/10/2020 | General Health

Stress can negatively impact on your life. Stress and heart disease isn't a good combination as chronic stress has also been linked to heart issues.

A container with several different packets of sugar substitutes.

Are Sugar Substitutes Toxic for Your Gut?

Luis Soler Rivera | 2/6/2020 | General Health

Are sugar substitutes toxic for your gut? Recent research suggests that they may be. But is this the final word? We spoke with Amy Doran, MD, to learn more about sugar substitutes and gut toxicity.

What the (Healthy) Heart Wants: Unique Valentine’s Day Ideas

Holly Cooper Ford | 2/5/2020 | General Health

Show all of the special people in your life you care this Valentine’s Day. It is Heart Month, after all. So why not plan a Valentine’s Day date night that will make their hearts happy and keep them healthy?

Infographic: 9 Smaller Changes to Improve Health for a Healthier You

Elizabeth Timms | 2/4/2020 | Exercise, General Health, Nutrition, Prevention

Don’t stress over fad diets, new exercise programs or what the scale says. Instead, make one simple change at a time to improve your health.

Infographic: Hidden Sugars – Unexpected Sugars in What You Eat and Drink

Coronavirus Myths & Facts: What You Can Do to Avoid Infection

Terry Tigner’s Weight Loss Surgery: A Stubborn Candidate Finds Her Way

Latest Posts

Knowing Your Heart: Common Heart Problems

Know The Types of Flu And How to Protect Yourself

Plant-Based Burgers and Meat: Are They Healthy?

Fresh, Frozen or Canned Vegetables: Which is Better?

Infographic: Hidden Sugars – Unexpected Sugars in What You Eat and Drink

How to Stop Eating Sugar Without Losing Your Mind: 6 Strategies to Try

Stress and Heart Disease: How Does Your Body Handle Stress?

Are Sugar Substitutes Toxic for Your Gut?

What the (Healthy) Heart Wants: Unique Valentine’s Day Ideas

Infographic: 9 Smaller Changes to Improve Health for a Healthier You

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