The Switch Up: Why It Might Be Time to Swap Your Ice Cream for a Smoothie Bowl
Craving a cold, creamy treat? Discover how smoothie bowls deliver the satisfaction of ice cream while providing fiber, vitamins, and lasting energy.
Dr. Brooke Brimm
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Ditch the Bottle: Why Homemade Salad Dressing is a Health Game-Changer
From added sugars to processed oils, here’s why making your own salad dressing may be one of the easiest healthy habits you can start today.
Fueling the Golden Years: A Recap of the Middle Township Senior Center Wellness Seminar
Highlights from a Middle Township seminar focused on cognitive wellness, connection, and healthy aging in South Jersey.
Sizzling Alternatives: 3 Reasons to Swap Your Beef Out
How plant-based swaps can support heart health, lower grocery costs, and protect the Jersey Shore environment.
Tiny Greens, Big Gains: Why Sprouts Are Your Kitchen’s Secret Weapon
How adding alfalfa, broccoli, and mung bean sprouts can boost digestion, nutrients, and plant-based wellness.
The Post-Meal Stroll: Your Secret Weapon for Metabolic Health
A simple 10 to 20-minute walk after eating is one of the most underrated "hacks" for longevity, energy, and digestion.
Springing Into Health: The Power of Vitamin D
From sunshine on the Boardwalk to smart food choices, a local guide to improving mood, immunity, and overall health.
Processed Meats and Cancer Risk: What South Jersey Residents Should Know About Bacon, Hot Dogs and Pork Roll
Dr. Brooke Brimm breaks down new health findings linking processed meats to cancer, explaining the risks of everyday favorites like bacon, hot dogs and pork roll—and how to make smarter choices without giving them up completely.
Can, Frozen, or Fresh: Which is Best?
Wellness columnist Brooke Brimm explains the nutritional pros and cons of fresh, frozen and canned foods—and how shoppers in Atlantic County can make the healthiest choices year-round.