Muscle Building, Sports Performance, and Diet
If you want to build muscle, excel at a sport, or simply get the most out of regular physical activity, experts say some popular dietary advice is wrong. Letâs take a look at three common myths: Myth #1: When it comes to muscle building and performance, the more protein intake the better. âProtein is important […]
Daily Walnut Intake Improves Cholesterol Makeup
A new randomized controlled trial increases our understanding of why regular nut consumption is associated with lower rates of cardiovascular disease and deaths. The Walnuts and Healthy Aging study, with study groups in both Spain and the U.S., randomized 708 healthy adults ages 63 go 79 to either eat a walnut-free diet or consume 30 […]
Roasted Pear and Butternut Squash Soup
Ingredients:
8 medium pears (dâAnjou or Bartlett), peeled and diced
4 cups diced butternut squash (2.5 to 3 lbs squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed)
ž cup diced...
Food Manufacturers Asked to Voluntarily Lower Sodium to Improve Public Health
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released voluntary sodium reduction goals for the food industry. According to the FDA, âthis guidance is intended to provide measurable voluntary short-term (2.5-year) goals for sodium content in commercially processed, packaged, and prepared foods to reduce excess population sodium intake, while recognizing and supporting the important roles sodium […]
The Artificial Sweetener Sucralose May Increase Food Cravings
A recently published randomized controlled crossover trial found that the artificial sweetener sucralose may increase food cravings and appetite. The study, which included 74 healthy young adults, used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) tests to observe the unconscious brain reactions to plain water vs. water flavored with either sucrose (table sugar) or the high intensity […]
Energy Levels and Diet
A new year is upon us, and itâs going to take plenty of energy to make good on all those resolutions! If youâre looking for more energy to be healthy and active, or simply to feel your bestâyour plate is the perfect place to start. What Powers Our Bodies? âThe food you eat supplies your […]
Bulgur Salad with Chickpeas and Herbs
1 cup coarse bulgur
1 (15-oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 bunch scallions, ďŹnely chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
Âź cup...
Homeade Kale Chips
Ingredients
1 bunch kale (about 5 cups, or 10 oz)
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp, or to taste, seasonings (onion powder, garlic powder,...
Pita Chips
Ingredients
3 whole wheat pita rounds (6 to 7 inch diameter)
1-2 Tbsp olive oil OR baking spray
3 Tbsp, or to taste, seasonings (such as onion...
âHealthyâ Chips?
The snack aisle is packed with a confusing array of chip options. Weâve got some smart strategies to help you choose more healthful yet satisfying chips. Donât be misled. Chip packages are crowded with big, bold claims to convince you they are healthy choices to take home. Front-of-package claims and pictures are not always reliable, […]