Heart-Healthy Eating Lifestyle
The American Heart Association has published a “2021 Dietary Guidance to Improve Cardiovascular Health” this week in their journal Circulation. This guidance focuses on the role that nutrition plays in …
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Make Room for Mushrooms
Mushrooms have been used for over a thousand years for food and medicinal purposes. They are flavorful and “meaty” while also being highly nutritious and beneficial to your health. …
Keto Diet May Not Be Worth the Risk
One of the common weight loss diets followed by many people is the ketogenic “keto” diet, which is very low in carbohydrates and higher in protein and fat. This …
Children’s Diets Continue to Get Worse
A new study has been published in the journal JAMA showing that consumption of ultra-processed foods by children aged 2 – 19 has continued to increase in the US and has …
Your Risk of Heart Disease Increases When You Eat Red and Processed Meats
In case you needed more incentive to stop eating meat, a new study from the University of Oxford has been published showing that for every 50 grams (1.75 ounces) …
Anti-Cancer Eating
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, but research has shown that a large percentage of cancers are preventable and caused by environment and …
Fight Inflammation with What You Eat and Don’t Eat
Inflammation is a natural reaction by your body to protect it and help it heal. When you have a sudden injury, illness, or infection, your immune system is triggered …
Superfood! Tomatoes
The tomato is a fruit that acts like a vegetable and is packed with nutrients and health benefits. It is versatile and can be eaten raw or cooked, offering …
Have a Mango!
There is a bounty of fruits available in summer, including mangos which are at their peak from May through September. In addition to being delicious, they are also highly …
The Western Diet is Bad for Your Gut and Health
Many studies have shown that the Western diet is associated with a higher risk of obesity, cancer and heart problems. A new study from the Washington University School of …
Vegetarians Have Better Biomarkers
A new study released this week by the European Congress on Obesity (ECO) found that vegetarians have a healthier biomarker profile than meat eaters. The researchers measured 19 disease …
Strawberries…Luscious and Nutritious!!
A one-cup serving of strawberries has more vitamin C than an orange, and that’s just the beginning of the health benefits you get from this tasty, juicy fruit. Strawberries …