Nutrition

Spring Greens!

Feb 18, 2022 · · Nutrition
What better way to welcome the season than to treat winter-weary palates to the splendor of leafy greens? Greens are packed with vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, and fiber. From familiar favorites like spinach, romaine lettuce, collard greens, and kale to underutilized gems such as dandelion, purslane, and watercress, seize the season … Read More

Building and Rebuilding Strength

Feb 18, 2022 · · Nutrition
The slow decline in muscle mass starts in our 30s and continues as we age. How much strength we lose depends upon many factors, including health status, what we do, and what we eat. Sarcopenia refers to severe muscle loss that is more common with age, but not exclusive to … Read More

One Body, One Earth

Feb 18, 2022 · · Nutrition
With all the political wrangling about climate change, it may feel like there’s little one person can do to make a difference regarding environmental affairs. But sustainable food choices can be as good for the Earth as they are for human health. “Without a healthy Earth, it is really difficult … Read More

Alternatives to Traditional Pastas

Feb 18, 2022 · · Nutrition
The world’s love affair with pasta traces back thousands of years to Asia, where archeologists believe the first noodles were produced. There’s been no turning back from this versatile and delicious comfort food favorite. Its reputation has been bruised in recent years, however, taking hits from the low-carb diet trend, … Read More

Can Your Genes Dictate Your Diet?

Feb 18, 2022 · · Nutrition
We’re all likely familiar with genetic testing from companies like 23andMe and AncestryDNA, which are promoted as ways to learn more about where your ancestors came from and what your ethnic origins might be. Spit into a tube, send it off, and you could find out if your family came … Read More

Frozen Pizza

Feb 18, 2022 · · Nutrition
[caption id="attachment_140492" align="alignleft" width="300"] You can make healthy pizza choices. © Iakov Filimonov | Getty Images[/caption] Pizza, the number one go-to on a busy night and often considered “junk food” by many. Considering it is created with a basic dough, simple tomato sauce, and calcium-filled cheese, it doesn’t necessarily have … Read More

Research Round Up: March 2022

Feb 18, 2022 · · Nutrition
Lower Meds for Vegan Seniors. Consuming a vegan diet could lessen the number of prescribed medications needed by seniors, researchers say. The study included more than 300 participants aged 60 and older, taking five or more prescribed medications. Those on a vegan diet reduced the number of pills prescribed by … Read More

Spotlight on Supplements: Adaptogens

Feb 18, 2022 · · Nutrition
Adaptogens are substances (usually herbs) that may help your body adapt to changing needs by restoring normal physiological functioning and reducing stress and fatigue. [caption id="attachment_140488" align="alignleft" width="300"] Talk with your doctor before taking adaptogen supplements. © marilyna | Getty Images[/caption] There are at least 70 herbal plants identified in … Read More

What is Resistant Starch?

Feb 18, 2022 · · Nutrition
Starch is another name for complex carbohydrates used by the body for fuel. Resistant starch is exactly what the name implies—complex carbohydrates that “resist” digestion. This type of starch travels from the small intestine undigested to the large intestine where it provides fuel for the good bacteria (microbiome) that live … Read More

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