Why You Should Eat Two Apples a Day

November 27, 2022 Diet

By GreenMedInfo Research Group A recent study points to apples’ ability to mediate significant gut microbial metabolic activity. All it takes: two apples a day. In light of the increasing link between gut microbiota and human wellness, this new association is worth exploring and further vouches for this fruit’s superfood and super-healer status. The old […]

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5 Reasons to Indulge in Strawberries

November 24, 2022 Diet

By GreenMedInfo Research Group In case you’re looking for an excuse to satisfy your sweet tooth with strawberries, they’re among the healthiest fruits for your heart, brain and body. Strawberries are among the most popular fruits in the U.S., with the average American consuming about eight pounds per year.[i] For many, enjoying fresh ripe strawberries […]

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Eating Fattening Food, Even if You’re in Good Health, can Trigger Pain

November 24, 2022 Diet

By Shyla Cadogan  Scientists have long agreed that nerve damage and pain observed in people with diabetes or obesity is related to their metabolic state. Researchers from the University of Texas-Dallas are now challenging this notion. Could chowing down on fattening food alone be the driving factor behind pain in some people? Results from an […]

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Less Than 2 Servings of Almonds Can Keep Hunger at Bay, Cuts Down on Overeating

November 22, 2022 Diet

By John Anderer Many people give in to the occasional snack craving in a moment of weakness, but if you’re looking to cut down on your daily calories, new research finds that all it takes is a handful of almonds. Scientists at the University of South Australia report that consuming just 30-50 grams of almonds […]

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Taking Probiotics While on Antibiotics Could Protect Your Gut Microbiome

November 18, 2022 Diet

By Study Finds People on antibiotics may benefit from taking probiotics at the same time, according to new research. The “good bacteria” protects gut health, reducing the risk of diarrhea and other side-effects, according to researchers from the U.S. and Mexico. “Like in a human community, we need people that have different professions because we […]

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2 Tablespoons of Honey Lowers Blood Sugar and Cholesterol Levels

November 17, 2022 Diet

By John Anderer Adding some honey to your meals is a great way to include some extra flavor — and some seriously beneficial health effects — in your diet, according to researchers from the University of Toronto. Scientists have discovered that honey improves multiple key measures of cardiometabolic health such as blood sugar and cholesterol […]

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Junk Foods Put the “Die” in “Diet”: Ultra-processed Foods Linked to Early Death

November 13, 2022 Diet,Video

By John Anderer Pre-packaged snacks, frozen pizzas, and other processed ready-to-eat meals may seem like a time-saver in the moment. Important new research finds such dietary choices may end up robbing us of time in a different way down the line, however. Scientists in Brazil show that consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) is associated with more […]

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Low-carb Diet Can Help Treat Both Diabetes and Prediabetes

October 28, 2022 Diet,Video

By John Anderer Diabetes patients often receive advice to follow a low-carb diet, but doctors have never been able to establish whether cutting back on carbohydrates also benefits those with diabetes or prediabetes who aren’t taking medication — until now. Researchers from Tulane University have found that a low-carb diet can indeed help both those […]

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Scientists Discover Why Late-night Eating Promotes Weight Gain, Diabetes

October 25, 2022 Diet,Video

By John Anderer The occasional midnight snack can be a tasty change of pace, but doctors and nutritionists agree late-night eating isn’t a healthy habit on a regular basis. Now, researchers from Northwestern University may have uncovered why evening eating often leads to weight gain and diabetes. The intricate relationship between when we eat, when […]

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Major UK Supermarket Chain Planning To Sell Bugs As Food To Help Poor People Through Winter

October 22, 2022 Diet,Video

By Steve Watson A major supermarket chain in the UK is finalising plans to stock insects on its shelves and market them as a cheap food source for people struggling to afford to feed their families amid soaring inflation and the cost of living crisis. The Daily Mail reports that Aldi is considering stocking ‘edible’ bugs […]

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A Handful of Almonds Each Day Promotes Strong Gut Health

October 21, 2022 Diet

By John Anderer Our stomachs are anything but simple. The gut microbiome contains countless micro-organisms and bacteria that play a major role in digestive, immune, and overall health. In other words, what happens in the gut certainly does not stay there. Now, noteworthy new research indicates robust gut health is just a handful of almonds […]

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How to Eat Healthily on Just $3 a Day

October 10, 2022 Diet

By Jon Miltimore Going to college, like all things, has its pros and cons. For me, one of the benefits was simply getting away from home, which gave me a crash-course in “adulting.” When I moved into a house with a bunch of friends my sophomore year, I was still pretty helpless. I couldn’t clean […]

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How Does Diet Impact Longevity? Study Finds Good Nutrition is More Complex Than You Think

October 2, 2022 Diet,Video

By John Anderer How does what we eat influence how we age? It’s a relatively simple question, but researchers from Columbia University report the answer is exceedingly complex. For example, eating an apple is a good idea nutritionally, but that’s just one choice among countless dietary decisions people make over the course of a single […]

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Low-calorie Artificial Sweeteners can Impair a Child’s Memory Later in Life

September 30, 2022 Diet

By Jocelyn Solis-Moreira Low-calorie sugar substitutes were meant to replace sugary diets that can harm your health, but it turns out they may be just as bad. A new preclinical study by researchers from USC Dornsife have found that consuming artificial sweeteners during adolescence can lead to long-term memory problems later on. Memory impairment may […]

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Film: How African American Cuisine Transformed America

September 29, 2022 Diet,Food Freedom,Video

By Neenah Payne “Living high on the hog” refers to eating the best and costliest cuts of a pig such as the loin rather than lower parts such as the feet, knuckles, hocks, belly, and jowls which were given to Blacks during slavery. So, “living high on the hog” refers to being well off. The […]

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Why is it So Difficult to Eat Healthy When Eating Out?

September 24, 2022 Diet

By Amanda Froelich he other day, I did something I don’t normally do… I ate out at Panera Bread. I ordered the turkey chili which is advertised to be antibiotic-free dark turkey meat with fresh vegetables like peas, edamame, and corn. Don’t get me wrong – it was delicious. But for the rest of the […]

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Drinking Tea Significantly Slashes Risk of Diabetes — But Only if You’ve Had 4 Cups

September 17, 2022 Diet,Video

By Study Finds If you’re worried about developing diabetes, drinking tea throughout the day may help. New research shows that people who consume at least four mugs a day are 17 percent less likely to develop the disease. Scientists from Wuhan University in China say the findings apply to black, green or oolong varieties. The […]

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Secret to a Long, Healthy, Fit Life — Is a Handful of Walnuts Every Day?

September 15, 2022 Diet

By John Anderer Parents, if you want your kids to have long, healthy, and active lives, make sure the kitchen pantry is always stocked with walnuts. An expansive new study covering decades of research reports people who eat walnuts early in life are more likely to be physically active, eat healthy in general, and experience […]

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Vegetarian Women More Likely to Suffer Hip Fractures, Study Shows

August 28, 2022 Diet

By Study Finds Middle-aged vegetarian women are more likely to suffer a hip fracture compared to regular meat eaters, new research reveals. Using hospital records, the study found that vegetarians had a 33 percent higher risk compared to people who ate meat at least five times a week. Scientists say the study does not conclude […]

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12 Best Summer Foods To Keep Your Body Cool

August 16, 2022 Diet,Environment

By Sara Tipton With a good portion of the country experiencing heat waves and more likely to come, it’s important to know how to stay cool, especially naturally. Eating is one of the most natural things and when we adjust our diet accordingly, we can stay cool and hydrated as the temperatures rise. While cold […]

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