Healthy Eating

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. Let’s take a look at three common myths: Myth #1: When it comes to muscle building and performance, the more protein intake the better. “Protein is important […]

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 […]

Ingredients: 8 medium pears (d’Anjou or Bartlett), peeled and diced 4 cups diced butternut squash (2.5 to 3 lbs squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed) ¾ cup diced...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released voluntary sodium reduction goals for the food industry. According to the FDA, “this 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 […]

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 […]

A new year is upon us, and it’s going to take plenty of energy to make good on all those resolutions! If you’re looking for more energy to be healthy and active, or simply to feel your best—your plate is the perfect place to start. What Powers Our Bodies? “The food you eat supplies your […]

1 cup coarse bulgur 1 (15-oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 bunch scallions, finely chopped 2 large garlic cloves, minced ¼ cup...

Ingredients 1 bunch kale (about 5 cups, or 10 oz) 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp, or to taste, seasonings (onion powder, garlic powder,...

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...

The snack aisle is packed with a confusing array of chip options. We’ve got some smart strategies to help you choose more healthful yet satisfying chips. Don’t 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, […]