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 …
Tag: Whole Grains
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 …
All Carbs are not the Same and Whole Grains are Good
New research has been published in the Journal of Nutrition finding that eating at least 3 servings a day of whole grains results in lower risk factors for heart disease when …
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 …
Eating in the Blue Zone
You may have heard of “Blue Zones”, a term coined by author Dan Buettner to refer to five regions of the world where people live much longer and reach …
What You Eat and Do Now Matters Later
A study published on March 31, 2021 in the Journal of the American Heart Association has found that regular exercise and a healthy diet in your middle years might be the …
Why Whole Grains?
You’ve probably heard many times that whole grains are much better for you than refined ones, but it’s important to understand why. Whole grains are the complete package of …
Taking Soul Food Back to its Plant-Based Origin
February is Black History Month, celebrating the struggles and accomplishments of the African Diaspora. It’s also a time to highlight black culture, including art, music, and food. Soul food …
Feed Your Gut, Guard Your Health
Like a loyal guard dog, if you treat your gut well, it will protect you from harmful invaders. There are trillions of bacteria, some good and some bad, living …
Feed on Fiber!
One of the main reasons a plant-based diet is so good for you is that plants are the only source of dietary fiber. Meat has no fiber. Why is …
Beans, the Best Nutritional Bang for Your Buck
A nearly perfect food to add to your daily diet is beans, also known as legumes. Besides being very budget-friendly, they are highly nutritious and offer all the following: …