Jessica Migala

1 week ago | eatingwell.com | Jessica Migala

When weight loss is your goal, it's not only about total calories-food choices are also important. And when it comes to lunch, you might feel rushed and pressed for time-or you may find yourself eating at your desk. While it is not ideal, a rushed lunch doesn't have to stop you from achieving your goals. In fact, some ready-to-use foods are simple to throw together and can help you reach your weight-loss goal.

1 week ago | muckrack.com | Jessica Migala

ADVICE, INSPIRATION & A LITTLE PEACE OF MINDPOP QUIZ: What’s the largest organ in your body? Answer: not your skin! It’s all that muscle. There’s a lot of it, and it does so many things, says Ashley V. Austin, MD, a sports medicine physician at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. “We need a certain amount of muscle to do even the smallest tasks,” she says.

2 weeks ago | healthcentral.com | Jessica Migala

If your doctor suspects you may have ulcerative colitis (UC)—one of the two main types of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)—you’ve likely been scheduled for a colonoscopy, which is a procedure that lets your gastroenterologist look inside your colon to diagnose the condition as well as assess disease severity, look for complications, and more. In that case, you likely also have some questions, like why exactly you need one, what the experience is like, and how often you’re going to need them.

3 weeks ago | eatingwell.com | Jessica Migala

Key TakeawaysDrinking sugar-sweetened beverages may increase your risk of heart disease. These drinks are easy to overconsume and provide a concentrated source of added sugar. Limiting added sugars and practicing other healthy habits may reduce the risk of heart disease. What do soda, lemonade, juice drinks, sports drinks, energy drinks and coffee drinks all have in common? They’re often loaded with added sugar.

3 weeks ago | prevention.com | Jessica Migala |Korin Miller

Having a new spot show up on your skin can raise a lot of questions. Namely, where did it come from and should you be concerned? But while it’s easy to assume the worst, it’s important to remember that there are a lot of types of spots on skin that can surface. For the record, many of these spots, including red dots on skin, are completely harmless. Still, keeping an eye on them and noting any changes is important for your overall skin health, says Ife J.