Go ahead and enjoy that full-fat yogurt! There’s no significant link between dairy fats and heart disease and stroke, according to new research. In fact, some types of dairy fat may help guard against having a severe stroke. The analysis, by scientists from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), was published… Continue reading The Benefits of Full-Fat Dairy Products
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Beware the Label!
Think you know which packaged foods are good for you? Think again, because researchers have found that terms such as “no-fat,” “low-fat,” “no-sugar, or “reduced salt” on food packaging rarely reflect the actual nutritional quality of the food they contain. The research, led by experts at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, appears… Continue reading Beware the Label!
The Healthiest Ways to Eat Dairy Products
According to the ChooseMyPlate program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, consuming dairy products provides health benefits – especially improved bone health. Foods in this group provide nutrients that are vital for health and maintenance of your body. These nutrients include calcium, potassium, vitamin D, and protein. Here are some suggestions from the ChooseMyPlate experts… Continue reading The Healthiest Ways to Eat Dairy Products
Choosing Nutrient-Dense Foods
In choosing what we eat, it’s important to focus on nutrients. Foods known as “nutrient-dense” have vitamins, minerals, complex carbohydrates, lean protein and healthy fats, according to NIH SeniorHealth, a division of the National Institutes of Health. Here, the SeniorHealth experts tell you what foods you should focus on: Fruits and vegetables – These foods… Continue reading Choosing Nutrient-Dense Foods
Nutrition and Younger-Looking Skin
While it’s commonly known that healthy eating can reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes, the right food may also help reduce the signs of aging and even improve some skin conditions. According to the American Academy of Dermatologists (AAD), the use of nutricosmetics – nutrition or nutritional supplements for skin health and… Continue reading Nutrition and Younger-Looking Skin
Get Smart about Protein
Editor’s Note: According to the National Institute on Aging, proteins are often called the body’s building blocks. They are used to build and repair tissues. They help you fight infection. Your body uses extra protein for energy. Good sources of protein are seafood, lean meat and poultry, eggs, beans and peas, soy products, and… Continue reading Get Smart about Protein
Are You at Risk for Kidney Disease?
The kidneys are one of the most important organs in your body. Their function is to filter your blood, according to the SeniorHealth division of the National Institutes of Health. That process helps remove waste to make urine. But if the kidneys aren’t functioning, the SeniorHealth experts say, wastes can build up in the body, leading to… Continue reading Are You at Risk for Kidney Disease?