Healthy Eating

5 Important Fiber Facts

We can’t digest fiber, but it plays a lot of important roles as it passes through the body. Here’s what you need to know: 1....

Orange Poppy Seed Spinach Salad

1. With a sharp knife, peel the oranges, discarding all skin, including the white pith. Slice into wheels about 1/8-inch thick and set aside. 2....

A Healthy Dietary Pattern May Lower Your Cancer Risk

The authors of an umbrella review (one that combines the results of a large number of prospective studies) found that adhering to the dietary...

The Great Egg Flip Flop

Q: We were told to avoid eggs for so many years. Why am I now seeing them recommended? A: Alice H. Lichtenstein, DSc, Stanley...

Shrimp Pasta a la Freezer

1. Thaw the shrimp in the fridge overnight, or in a bowl of cool water 20 to 30 minutes before cooking. Remove tails, if...

Brain-Boosting Supplements?

About 25 percent of adults over 50 take a supplement that promises to improve cognition or cognitive health. As long as these products don’t...

Haddock Tacos

In a bowl, combine 2 Tbsp lime juice, vinegar, 2 dashes of salt, jalapeño, 
and 1 Tbsp oil. 1. Place the fish on a rimmed...

Body Roundness Index Proposed to Replace Body Mass Index

Body Mass Index (BMI) has long been a shorthand method for determining if one’s weight may negatively impact health. But there are limitations to...

Myth of the Month “Dry Fasting” is a Good Way to Lose Weight

While fasting generally involves abstaining from food for a particular period of time, dry fasting involves abstaining from both food and beverages. Proponents claim...

Create Healthy and Heartfelt Food Gifts

Do-it-yourself food gifts are unique expressions of warmth and connection with a personal touch. When crafted with health in mind, they become even more...