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Brain Food: Alzheimer’s and Diet

The MIND and Mediterranean diets — both of which are rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, olive oil, beans, and fish — are associated with fewer signs of Alzheimer’s disease in the brains of older adults. Green leafy vegetables were associated with less Alzheimer’s brain pathology. This study, funded by the National Institute on Aging… Continue reading Brain Food: Alzheimer’s and Diet

Ten Tips for School Lunches That Will Keep Kids Happy and Healthy

Between classes and practices, lunchtime is a highlight of most kids’ day. Whether homemade or store bought, favorite school lunches can power your student through the day. So be sure that what you’re sending to school is good for your young scholar. “Foodborne illnesses strike young and old,” said Mitzi Baum, CEO of Stop Foodborne… Continue reading Ten Tips for School Lunches That Will Keep Kids Happy and Healthy

The Not-So-Sweet Truth About Sugar and Sweeteners

Most of us love sweet foods and drinks. But after that short burst of sweetness, you may worry about how sweets affect your waistline and your overall health. Is sugar truly bad for us? How about artificial or low-calorie sweeteners? What have scientists learned about the sweet things that most of us eat and drink… Continue reading The Not-So-Sweet Truth About Sugar and Sweeteners

The Most Dangerous Foods

We’re all familiar with reports of foodborne illness and governments alerts to avoid a particular food until the problem is solved. But which categories of food are the source of most illnesses? To find out, the federal Interagency Food Safety Analytics Collaboration (IFSAC) compiled statistics related to four of the most serious bacteria: Salmonella, Escherichhia… Continue reading The Most Dangerous Foods

Many Popular Vitamins Don’t Have Health Benefits

The most popular vitamin and mineral supplements provide no health benefit or harm, according to a new study. The finding, from researchers at St. Michael’s Hospital, in Toronto, and the University of Toronto, was published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. According to a news release from St. Michael’s, the systematic review… Continue reading Many Popular Vitamins Don’t Have Health Benefits

Breakfast with Benefits: How to Make Your First Meal Healthier

You’ve heard the old adage that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but with busy schedules, it can be hard to grab anything – let alone a healthy meal – in the morning. The truth is that starting your day with the right nutrients doesn’t have to be hard or time-consuming. The… Continue reading Breakfast with Benefits: How to Make Your First Meal Healthier

Ninety Percent of Adults Aren’t Eating Enough Fruits or Vegetables

Just one in every ten adults meet the federal fruit or vegetable recommendations, according to a new study published in the Center of Disease Control’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR). Depending on their age and sex, federal guidelines recommend that adults eat at least 1½ to two cups per day of fruit and two… Continue reading Ninety Percent of Adults Aren’t Eating Enough Fruits or Vegetables

5 Flu-Fighting Foods

American Family Care, the nation’s leading urgent care provider, shares strategies to avoid the flu in the coming months. Besides getting your flu shot, they say, eating these five foods can help ward off the pesky ailment: GARLIC Garlic contains allicin, a compound that is known to boost immunity. You can crush, slice or chew… Continue reading 5 Flu-Fighting Foods

What You Need to Know About Protein Intake

Protein gets a lot of publicity these days. Just think of all the protein bars, shakes and powders out there. It’s supposed to help with weight loss and build muscle. But what’s the real story? Here, from an article in the Mayo News Network, is what you should know: “Contrary to all the hype that… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Protein Intake

Detoxing Your Body (and Your Diet)

Over the holidays, you’ve probably eaten everything from candied yams to chocolate Santas. No wonder you’re feeling bloated. The good news is that despite holiday indulgence, most people gain only a pound. The bad news is that most of them never take it off.  And when you consider that this pattern often repeats itself year… Continue reading Detoxing Your Body (and Your Diet)

Diabetes Superfoods

When it comes to managing diabetes, some foods are better than others. In fact, some foods are downright super. Here, from the American Diabetes Association (ADA), is a list of the top ten diabetes superfoods: (all the foods have a low glycemic index and provide nutrients such as calcium; potassium; fiber; magnesium; vitamins A (as… Continue reading Diabetes Superfoods

A Three-Step Program to Prevent Diabetes

While preventing Type 2 diabetes may seem like an impossible goal, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk. Here, from the experts at the National Diabetes Education Program, are three steps you can take right now. Step 1: Move More Plan to get at least 30 minutes of physical activity five days… Continue reading A Three-Step Program to Prevent Diabetes

Five Easy Steps to Healthy Snacking on The Go

It’s three in the afternoon and all of a sudden, you need to munch on something to get you through the rest of your day. It has to be salty, crunchy, sweet and/or savory. Don’t feel guilty about your craving; according to a study from Michigan State University, snacks provide you with energy to keep your… Continue reading Five Easy Steps to Healthy Snacking on The Go

Lifestyle Changes to Save Your Vision

Your vision is an important part of your health, and it’s especially important to maintain healthy sight into your older years, according to the experts from SeniorHealth, a division of the National Institutes of Health. Here, these experts offer some tips on habits that could save the health of your eyes: Go Green The SeniorHealth… Continue reading Lifestyle Changes to Save Your Vision

Fall Fruit and Vegetable Guide

With fall come brisk days, turning leaves – and a bounty of tempting, seasonal fruits and vegetables. Here, the experts from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) offer tips on what fruits and veggies are best right now, and how to pick the best in the market: F R U I T… Continue reading Fall Fruit and Vegetable Guide