The Healthiest Diet for Men and Women in Their 50s
The Healthiest Diet for Men and Women in Their 50s – As we age, our nutritional needs evolve. Men and women in their 50s often require diets that support heart health, bone strength, cognitive function, and overall vitality. Here are the key components of a balanced diet designed for individuals in this age group. 1. […]
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How active are the microorganisms in your yogurt? We created a new tool to study probiotic activity — and made it out of cardboard
Fermented foods can be a good source of probiotics. Yulia Naumenko/Moment via Getty Images Carlos D. Garcia, Clemson University and George Chumanov, Clemson University How active are the microorganisms in your yogurt? We created a new tool to study probiotic activity — and made it out of cardboard Humans have been fermenting food and drinks — […]
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A Delicious Way to Support Your Immune System
A Delicious Way to Support Your Immune System Bolstering your immune system during winter, when coughs and colds seem to take control, is a must for the entire family. Supporting your wellness can start in a simple place – with the foods you eat and drink. (Family Features) Consider an easy choice for any season […]
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Breaking Better-for-You Bread: Quick and easy keto-friendly meal ideas
Breaking Better-for-You Bread: Quick and easy keto-friendly meal ideas For many looking to make healthy dietary changes, weight loss is a primary concern. Because the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend 45-65% of daily calories come from carbohydrates, an eating plan like the ketogenic diet (or keto, for short), which involves consuming a low amount of […]
Read MoreTips and tricks for cutting onions for specific recipes
Tips and tricks for cutting onions for specific recipes. Cutting onions can be a daunting task for many cooks, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned chef. Onions are an essential ingredient in many recipes, providing flavor and depth to dishes, but they can also be a source of frustration if you don’t know how […]
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Addicted to chilli? Here’s how it might help us regain our sense of taste after COVID
Pexels/Pixabay, CC BY Michael Mathai, Victoria University Addicted to chilli? Here’s how it might help us regain our sense of taste after COVID – The news of a hot chilli sauce shortages earlier this year – due to high temperatures and drought in agricultural regions – prompted warnings to stock up on supplies or forego […]
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Is salt good for you after all? The evidence says no
Is salt good for you after all? The evidence says no Shutterstock Clare Collins, University of Newcastle Salt is the most common form of sodium and is added to food during manufacturing, home cooking or at the table to enhance the taste or to extend the shelf life. Most people have heard the advice to cut […]
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Should you avoid meat for good health? How to slice off the facts from the fiction
Meat is a very popular food for most Americans. Its nutritional value is a topic of much debate. puhhha/Shutterstock.com Dariush Mozaffarian, Tufts University Should you avoid meat for good health? How to slice off the facts from the fiction More than half of Americans who make New Year’s resolutions resolve to “eat healthier.” If you’re one, […]
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Individual dietary choices can add – or take away – minutes, hours and years of life
Eating more fruits, vegetables and nuts can make a meaningful impact on a person’s health – and the planet’s too. kerdkanno/iStock via Getty Images Plus Olivier Jolliet, University of Michigan and Katerina S. Stylianou, University of Michigan Individual dietary choices can add – or take away – minutes, hours and years of life Vegetarian and vegan […]
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Organic food has become mainstream but still has room to grow
Organic vegetables at the Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens, Goleta, Calif. Citizen of the Planet/Education Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images Kathleen Merrigan, Arizona State University CC BY-ND Organic food has become mainstream but still has room to grow. Organic food once was viewed as a niche category for health nuts and hippies, […]
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How to avoid food-borne illness – a nutritionist explains
How to avoid food-borne illness – a nutritionist explains After the meal, putting food away quickly is key to keeping it free from pathogens. Getty Images / Thomas Barwick Ruth S. MacDonald, Iowa State University Summer means cookouts, picnics and backyard barbecues. But a generous spread of food eaten outside raises some serious health questions. […]
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How where you’re born influences the person you become
In some societies, kids are taught that they’re in control of their own happiness – which makes them more indulgent.Oleksii Synelnykov/Shutterstock.com Samuel Putnam, Bowdoin College and Masha A. Gartstein, Washington State University How where you’re born influences the person you become. As early as the fifth century, the Greek historian Thucydides contrasted the self-control and […]
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Move Over Meat – Vegetables are taking center stage
Move Over Meat – Vegetables are taking center stage on your plate. Historically, American dinner plates have featured meat as its mainstay/star, with vegetables as tepid, secondary supporting players. Now, the balance of power on the plate is shifting as fresh, homegrown vegetables take center stage. Recent “food trend” studies show that more people […]
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Fuel Your Morning with Protein-Packed Recipes
Fuel your morning with protein-packed recipes. As you prepare to take on the day, one of the most beneficial ways to energize yourself each morning is by fueling your body with the proper nutrients, including protein. U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team High-Performance Dietitian Allen Tran works with top athletes and recognizes the key role protein plays […]
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