Call it the Battle of the Carbs. On one side are good-for-you carbohydrates—found in fruits, vegetables, dairy and whole grains—that your brain and body need. Then there are the less healthy carbs—the ones in doughnuts, white bread, soda and other sugary, processed foods. Over time, filling up on refined carbohydrates raises your risk of heart[…]
Ginseng, Fish, Berries, or Caffeine? Listen to the buzz about foods and dietary supplements, and you’ll believe they can do everything from sharpen focus to enhance memory, attention span, and brain function. But do they really work? There’s no denying that as we age, our body ages right along with us. The good news[…]
Aside from being absolutely delicious, cherries, peaches, and plums have another thing in common: they’re all stone fruits. Stone fruits, or drupes, are fruits that have a pit or “stone” at the center of their soft, juicy flesh. They’re highly nutritious and offer an array of health benefits. Here are 6 delicious and healthy stone[…]
Key Takeaways Researchers suggest there’s a link between diet and mental wellbeing. Lowering stress is crucial for reducing the risk for chronic conditions, including diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease. When trying to include more produce in your diet, think baby steps rather than overhaul. People who ate at least 16 ounces of fruits[…]
Changing dietary habits can be confusing and difficult, especially if we’ve been doing the same things for a long time. But simple changes can yield impactful results. Here are five things you can do right now to make positive changes to the way you eat. Add an Extra Vegetable to Your Next Meal Add[…]
Eating a healthy breakfast is essential to starting your day on the right foot. But is your idea of a healthy breakfast as great as you think it is? Skipping It We all breeze past the breakfast table once in a while. But if you do it every morning, it may raise your chances[…]
Limiting bread, pasta, and cake is a natural first step when you’re trying to keep your blood sugar levels down. But carbs can lurk in some less obvious places, and you need to know that when you’re counting carbs. The amount found in these 10 common foods may surprise you. Exactly how[…]
Eat at least five servings of fruits and veggies, consume lean proteins, drink plenty of water, and do an hour of yoga every day. These wellness tips might be met with an eye roll if you work 40-plus hours a week. Being squeezed on time, money, and space is the unholy trifecta that can have[…]
You should choose a diet made of nutrient-rich foods. Nutrient-rich (or nutrient-dense) foods are low in sugar, sodium, starches, and bad fats. They contain a lot of vitamins and minerals and few calories. Your body needs vitamins and minerals, known as micronutrients. They nourish your body and help keep you healthy. They can reduce your[…]
National Nutrition Month is the perfect time to talk about how caregivers can provide the best nutrition for children undergoing cancer treatment. Let’s separate fact from fiction, check sources carefully, and read between the lines regarding food and nutrition. The Power of Fruits and Vegetables! “It is now widely believed that the actions of[…]