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Surprising Signs You Might Have a Thyroid Problem

BCBSIL Connect Team

Thyroid disease is common, and many people don’t know they have it. That may be in part because some of the symptoms are surprising. About 30 million people suffer from thyroid dysfunction. And more than half don’t know they have a problem, says the…
- 10 months ago
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What Does Your Thyroid Do?

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Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your neck that makes and releases certain hormones. Its main job is to control your metabolism, which is how your body uses energy. Sometimes the thyroid doesn’t work as it should. This can…
- 1 month ago
- Health and Wellness
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Oh, Sugar! Less Is Best for Lower Disease Risk

BCBSIL Connect Team

You may crave something sugary, but our bodies don’t work best on sweets. Simple sugars, often found in sweets and snack foods, give us “empty” calories. Although they may give us a short-lived energy boost, they mainly add calories to our diets without…
- over 1 year ago
- Health and Wellness
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Ghoulishly Good Tips for a Healthy and Safe Halloween

BCBSIL Connect Team

The words healthy and Halloween don’t usually go together — for obvious reasons. Halloween is the one time of year when kids let loose and eat as much candy as they can get their hands on. Still, it's possible to give your kids a fun and healthy Halloween…
- 11 months ago
- Health and Wellness
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Keep Your Brain and Body Healthy by MINDing What You Eat

BCBSIL Connect Team

Healthy eating doesn’t need to be hard. You don’t have to spend a lot of time tracking your daily calories or buy special diet products. Just find a healthy approach to what you eat. One easy-to-follow eating plan — the MIND diet — steers you toward delicious…
- 7 months ago
- Health and Wellness
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Chile Lime Seasoned Pepitas (Pumpkin Seeds)

Bridgett

Ingredients: Makes 16 servings 1 pound Pumpkin Seeds, hulled 1 ½ TBSP Canola Oil 1 TBSP Chili Powder 1 tsp Lime Zest ¼ tsp Kosher Salt Directions: Coat hulled pumpkin seeds in oil. Combine chili powder, lime zest, and salt. Add seasoning mixture…
- 10 days ago
- Nutrition
- Recipe Book
6 Easy Ways to Cut Calories During the Holidays

BCBSIL Connect Team

We’re guessing the turkey won’t be the only thing that’s stuffed at this year's holiday dinner table. The holidays are notoriously tied to overeating. It’s understandable. With heaps of delicious, calorie-laden foods at your fingertips, it’s hard to resist…
- 9 months ago
- Health and Wellness
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Mind Your Food for Better Brain Health

BCBSIL Connect Team

You’ve probably heard about foods that are good for your brain. But can you also harm your brain with what you eat? Our brains work better when we eat nutrient-rich food. So yes, there are foods that are bad for your brain. The best foods for brain…
- over 1 year ago
- Health and Wellness
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Looking for a Quick Way to Get Fit?

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If you’re looking to shake up your fitness routine, you have a lot of choices. If you want to raise your fitness level but don’t have a lot of time, a shorter, more efficient workout may be the answer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
- over 1 year ago
- Health and Wellness
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What Should You Eat Before and After Working Out?

BCBSIL Connect Team

What you eat matters when it comes to starting or ending a workout right. It’s like fueling a car. It’s important to have the right foods at the right times. Have a snack or meal one to three hours before you work out. And drink plenty of water before…
- over 1 year ago
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