Valentine's Day celebrates sweethearts - and sweet treats! Special treats can fit into a healthy diet, especially with a few simple swaps. Alyssa Tyler, MS, RD, LD, a registered dietitian at Lake Health, gives her favorite ideas for healthier Valentine’s Day treats to share with your loved ones. 

When adopting a new, healthier diet after weight loss surgery, many people question if artificial sweeteners are a good alternative to sugar. Dr. Aviv Ben-Meir explains which option is healthier and most helpful in sticking to a diet that meets your weight loss goals: 

Healthy breakfasts and lunches can help kids get the nutrition they need. Our Lake Health Integrative Medicine team shares their favorite ideas for healthy breakfasts and school lunches: 

Reduce sodium in your diet by cooking with your own homemade seasoning blends! Alyssa Tyler, Lake Health registered dietitian, gives this tip and more for creating healthier meals without sacrificing taste. Take the pledge to reduce salt in your diet today. 

Eating healthy is important, but fresh meats, produce and healthier snacks can be one of the more expensive parts of your grocery shopping trips.

Ice cream cones, popsicles, lemonade and more come to mind when the weather gets hot! However, summer drinks and treats can be loaded with calories and sugar. Alyssa Tyler, a registered dietitian at the Lake Health Wellness Institute, has some refreshing ideas for healthier treats to help cool you down this summer: 

We all know the challenges of eating healthy while balancing work, family, sports and more. Busy schedules can make it hard to eat healthy on the go, but there are a few simple tips to keep in mind that can help!