Anika Nayak is a Florida-based freelance writer with over 5+ years of experience writing about health and nutrition. Her work has appeared in HuffPost, LiveKindly, Insider, and more. Inspired by lifestyle and culinary medicine, Anika's always exploring the newest innovations in the food and wellness industries.
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This Superfood May Be Key To Lower Blood Sugar Levels, Says an RD
Moringa (Moringa Oleifera), is suddenly a hot topic, as if the world just discoverd all of its many health benefits, inclduing the fact that it appears to be able to help lower blood sugar. Commonly known as “drumstick tree” or “miracle tree”, …
How This Doctor Used Diet to Heal His Arthritis
From the age of 17, Dr. Micah Yu has been dealing with gout, a form of arthritis characterized by severe pain, redness, and tenderness in joints. Over time, as he continued to eat a Standard American Diet (SAD), his gout pain transformed to another form of arthritis, affecting multiple joints i…
Want Clear, Glowing Skin? Try These 5 Plant-Based Skincare Ingredients
When it comes to achieving clear, glowing skin, you may find yourself constantly reaching for your wallet to purchase any of the thousands of chemical products on the market that promise a clear, youthful complexion. These products are expensive, and may not be worth the purchase. Luc…
Diet Affects Mental Health More for Women Than Men, Study Finds
Your mood may be directly related to your food. That's the finding of a new study published in the Journal of Personalized Medicine, Women's mental health is tied even more directly to the food they eat, since eating a healthy diet of whole grains, dark leafy greens, beans, and nuts allow people to …
What to Eat to Ease Endometriosis Symptoms, From a Woman Who Did It
Endometriosis is more than just experiencing painful periods: For those suffering, it’s a complicated chronic disease that influences every aspect of their life. Endometriosis affects one in 10 women and girls worldwide and it takes an average of 7.5 years to...
This Superfood May Be Key To Boost Energy, Reduce Inflammation, Says RD
If you’ve spent time on TikTok lately, you’ve probably seen the hype behind maca root. It’s shaking up the wellness industry as it’s being added to chocolate bars, supplements, and drink mixes. Maca root’s fame comes fro…
For Lower Cholesterol and to Have More Energy, Try Wheatgrass, Says This RD
If you’ve ever had a bright green juice or smoothie, there’s a strong chance it contained wheatgrass. This popular smoothie booster comes from the leaves of the wheat plant, also called Triticum aestivum. This superfood has gained popularity as it boasts incredible health benefits with a mild taste,…
For Improved Heart Health, Immunity, and Digestion, Try Tiger Nuts
Tiger nuts, also commonly known as earth almonds, are packed with nutrients to improve health and wellbeing. These tubers have been around for years–in fact, they were one of the first plants to be cultivated in Europe. Tiger nuts are rich in fiber, vitamin E, and plant compounds that strength…
This Farmer-Turned-Doctor Shares His Tips of What to Eat for Happiness
April is National Stress Awareness Month, a time dedicated to reflecting on stressful situations, learning new coping mechanisms, and spreading awareness of the modern stress epidemic. Rates of stress were already rising prior to the pandemic and now, they are at an all-time high, according to …
The 8 Best Places to Eat Vegan or Plant-Based in Orlando, Florida
Orlando, Florida is a popular tourist destination for its theme parks like Disney World and Universal Studio. It also happens to be one of the best cities to be plant-based in, as not only do a lot of the local eateries have a lot of vegan options, but there’s also a lot of vegan or …