Health & Nutrition

Your heart beats an average of 100,000 times a day, pumping 2,000 gallons of blood through the body to deliver vital nutrients, fuel, and oxygen to your cells. Keeping a healthy heart and lowering your risk of heart disease is the main goal of a healthy diet and exercise, and the Cleveland Clinic wants Americans to start thinking about their heart health long before any symptoms arise...

The holidays are fast approaching and that typically means holiday baking! I want everyone to enjoy holiday baking without feeling guilty or deprived. After all, baking during the holidays is one of my most treasured memory of the holidays growing up –– I’m sure that is the case for your family too. Let’s be clear –– ...

If you’re thinking about changing your eating patterns to lose weight, you may have considered two very popular options — counting calories or counting carbohydrates. While both options can lead to weight loss, there are major differences. Here’s wha...

So you swore to yourself you'd only have a single helping, then went back for thirds of gravy, stuffing, and a heap of salad to make it "healthier." Whatever your Thanksgiving indulgences, today is a great day to start fresh and get back on track, and we are with you every step of the way. The f...

Do you love Parmesan, but are trying to ditch dairy? You’ll probably also dig nutritional yeast. While there’s nothing cheesy in it, nutritional yeast is often described as having a rich cheese-like flavor, one reason you’ll see it used on everything from pasta to popcorn. While it's a great substit...

If the last time you thought about zinc was as it was being smeared on your nose at the beach, you’re not alone. It’s true that zinc is having a resurgence now, as an immune-boosting super nutrient that has been shown to help your immune system fight infection including bacteria, viruses, and specifically the viruses that can cause the flu or COVID. Zinc has recently ...

If you've never heard of soursop, also called guanábana, you're not alone. I only discovered this whacky-looking fruit at a market in the Caribbean recently, but since you can buy this tropical wonder on Amazon, it's actually available everywhere. Soursop has been shown to fight ...

Got zinc? That may be the question of the moment, especially if you’re taking zinc supplements in hopes of building your immune system. Yet immune function is a complicated topic, and while having the right amount of zinc on board could help prevent infections, taking excess zinc may not be the best strategy. What is Zin...

While whole wheat bread usually steals the show for being one of the healthiest breads on the planet, don’t overlook rye. Rye’s popularity has been on the rise over the years, with the hashtag #ryebread even trending on social media in recent months. But if yo ...

What’s good for the body is good for the brain, and food has a powerful effect on your mind, so much so that it can help lift your mood. Here are the many plant-based foods that can help reduce stress and boost your mood.  Depression, of course, isn’t to be taken lightly and should be treated by seeking professional help. Even just mild depre ...