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title: CloseKnit Threads
description: Wellness articles and resources to help you live a healthier life.
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# Blog

## [Healthy Swaps for Classic Summer Recipes: Expert Tips from Registered Dietitians](https://www.closeknit.com/closeknit-threads/healthy-swaps-for-classic-summer-recipes-expert-tips-from-registered-dietitians)

[ Tamar Samuels, MS, RDN](https://www.closeknit.com/closeknit-threads/author/tamar-samuels-ms-rdn) ** Aug 9, 2024 10:21:53 AM

[![](https://www.closeknit.com/hubfs/Healthy-bbq.jpg) ](https://www.closeknit.com/closeknit-threads/healthy-swaps-for-classic-summer-recipes-expert-tips-from-registered-dietitians)

## [Summer Safety Tips](https://www.closeknit.com/closeknit-threads/summer-safety-tips)

[![](https://www.closeknit.com/hubfs/closeknit_logo_RGB_Orange%20icon.png) CloseKnit](https://www.closeknit.com/closeknit-threads/author/closeknit) ** Jun 13, 2024 4:18:22 PM

[![](https://www.closeknit.com/hubfs/shutterstock_700600480-1.jpg) ](https://www.closeknit.com/closeknit-threads/summer-safety-tips)

Summer is here and there are so many reasons to love this time of year. From fun beach days to family vacations, summer is a special time of year to break from the normal routine and capture meaningful memories with family and friends. While you enjoy the summer rays, here are our top safety tips: 

## [Sleep Smarter: Practical Tips for Better Sleep](https://www.closeknit.com/closeknit-threads/sleep-smarter-practical-strategies-for-better-sleep)

[![](https://www.closeknit.com/hubfs/closeknit_logo_RGB_Orange%20icon.png) CloseKnit](https://www.closeknit.com/closeknit-threads/author/closeknit) ** Apr 9, 2024 10:49:31 AM

[![](https://www.closeknit.com/hubfs/Insomnia.jpg) ](https://www.closeknit.com/closeknit-threads/sleep-smarter-practical-strategies-for-better-sleep)

Getting a good night's sleep is one of the keys to good health. If you are having trouble sleeping, you are not alone. It is a common issue with 70% of adults reporting that they get insufficient sleep at least one night a month and 11% of adults sharing they have trouble sleeping every night. 

## [Know the facts about heart health](https://www.closeknit.com/closeknit-threads/know-the-facts-about-heart-health)

[![](https://www.closeknit.com/hubfs/closeknit_logo_RGB_Orange%20icon.png) CloseKnit](https://www.closeknit.com/closeknit-threads/author/closeknit) ** Feb 9, 2024 12:01:56 PM

[![](https://www.closeknit.com/hubfs/HeartHealth-FEB24-Blog-1.jpg) ](https://www.closeknit.com/closeknit-threads/know-the-facts-about-heart-health)

Heart disease continues to be is the leading cause of death among men and women in the United States1, but in many cases, it can be prevented.  

The first step in prevention is simply knowing important numbers like your blood pressure, blood sugar, and total cholesterol can help you set the foundation for a healthy heart. .