How Many Drinks Are in Your Summer Cocktail?

Depending on the recipe, you can have one, two or more "standard" drinks in one cocktail or mixed drink.

A typical margarita can be almost two drinks in one. Use the cocktail calculator to find our what's in your drink.

Everyone Needs Vitamin D

Vitamin D is a nutrient that is essential for healthy bones and teeth. How much do you need? Could you be deficient?

Your health care provider may order a vitamin D test if you have the symptoms of deficiency, such as fractures and bone weakness.

The Best Time to Prevent Diabetes is Now

Prediabetes means you have blood sugar levels that are higher than normal but not high enough to be called diabetes.

You may be able to prevent type 2 diabetes, or even reverse prediabetes, by changing your diet, losing weight and being physically active. Being physically active makes your body's insulin work better.

Making Tasks Easier with Arthritis

As the pain from arthritis becomes worse, keeping up with everyday activities may become more difficult.

Making changes around your home will take some stress off your joints, such as your knee or hip, and help relieve some of the pain. For example, get automatic light switches installed and make sure you can reach everything you need.

Can You Eat Fast Food?

Although not impossible, it is more of a challenge to eat healthy at a fast food restaurant. In general, avoiding items that are deep fried are your best bet. Healthier choices include salads with fat-free dressings or sandwiches that can be loaded with vegetables. Find more tips to help you make healthier choices at fast food restaurants.

Pupusas Revueltas

This week’s recipe is Pupusas Revueltas, Salvadoran-Style Stuffed Masa Cakes! Low-fat chicken and cheese help reduce the saturated fat/calories in this tasty Salvadoran dish: