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10/07/2018 / By Russel Davis

Cancer-fighting cauliflower is having its moment in the spotlight as the new kale

Cauliflower has been enjoying increasing popularity as of late, thanks to a vast number of research that supports its health benefits. In fact, the vegetable is now being hailed as the “new kale” due in part to its nutritional value. According to New York-based nutritionist and personal trainer Mary Jane Detroyer, cauliflower is now replacing […]

08/17/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Familiarity with a variety of healthy foods through the early years leads children to good eating habits later

For parents, encouraging children to eat healthier can be a daunting task, especially if their little ones are very picky. According to a review paper, the best way to remedy this is to introduce your children to different kinds of diets and an assortment of healthy food. Don’t be discouraged if your kids refuse to […]

08/16/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Pumpkin seeds, mostly eaten during Halloween, contain an impressive array of vitamins and minerals that support heart health

Pumpkin seeds are typically eaten only during Halloween, as they are usually scraped out of the pumpkin in making jack-o-lanterns. However, these nutty seeds and their byproduct pumpkin seed oil should be consumed more often because they contain a variety of vitamins and minerals that are good for the heart. Pumpkin seeds and pumpkin seed […]

05/14/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Just 10 walnuts a day can significantly lower your blood pressure

If you have high blood pressure, eat 10 walnuts every day, as a study found that it can significantly lower your blood pressure. A team of researchers from the University of Wollongong, School of Medicine in Australia wanted to evaluate the effect of personalized dietary advice and a food supplement of 30 grams of walnuts each […]

05/13/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Kimchi is one of the most powerful probiotic foods you can eat

Kimchi, the spicy, salted and fermented vegetables staple in Korean cuisine, is so much more than a side dish. In a comprehensive review of 130 studies, researchers in Korea looked at its health benefits as a probiotic. Probiotics in general are the good bacteria populating the gut. The human gut has more than 400 strains […]

05/26/2017 / By Earl Garcia

Majority of consumers confused about “healthy” foods

A vast majority of American consumers remain confused when it comes to healthy food choices, data from the International Food Information Council Foundation (IFIC)’s 2017 Food and Health survey revealed. As part of the survey, the research team examined more than 1,000 American adults aged 18 to 34 years old, who completed an online poll in March. According to the […]

05/25/2017 / By Tim Wesley

7 disease-fighting foods to incorporate into your eating habits

Protect your body from the inside by eating healthy. The good news is you don’t have to search far and wide or spend hundreds of dollars to acquire foods that curb illness; just look around your kitchen. Below are seven disease-fighting foods you can find at home. Garlic and onions – Forget the not-so-pleasant smell and […]

05/03/2017 / By Vicki Batts

Hemp food products surged 44% to $129 million in sales despite insane regulations

Hemp is an incredibly versatile plant that is also extremely nutritious. It’s used to create building materials, automobiles, paper, clothing, jewelry and furniture, but it can also be found in a variety of heath-focused foods. Hemp-based foods are a budding market, with a wide array of offerings: Hemp protein powder, hemp seeds and hemp milk […]

05/12/2016 / By Greg White

Red and processed meat consumption raises risk of mortality, according to meta-analysis of more than 1.5 million people

It’s no secret that eating lots of red and processed meat is bad for public health. According to a recent meta-analysis that reviewed large-scale studies involving more than 1.5 million people, all-cause mortality is greater for people who frequently eat meat. The authors of the study, published in the Journal of the American Osteopathic Association, […]

01/21/2016 / By Julie Wilson

Broccoli fights cancer and reduces your risk of developing arthritis

A cruciferous vegetable loathed by many children, broccoli can take some getting used to. But the sooner your palate learns to enjoy its taste, the better, because you don’t want to miss out on this vegetable’s remarkable health benefits. An astounding 30 percent of all cancers are connected to what a person eats. This is […]

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