Healthy Eating

While any plan that cuts calories will result in short-term weight loss, not all calorie-cutting measures are sustainable or good for our overall health. In general, experts favor a variety of high-quality, healthy foods in reasonable portions and argue against “fad diets” that cut out entire health-promoting food groups. Let’s see how a few popular […]

People in the U.S. are snacking more than ever before. According to a 2019 survey, 59 percent of adults worldwide prefer snacking to eating regular meals, and that figure jumps to 70 percent for young people. We have a lot of misconceptions about this increasingly common activity that can have an outsized impact on our […]

Soups are wonderfully versatile and easy to make, and the combinations of ingredients and flavors are endless. They are a great way to boost your intake of vegetables, legumes, and whole grains, and when you make soups at home you control the sodium level, which tends to be high in canned and packaged varieties. Better […]

If you’re trying to lose weight for your health, skipping meals may not be the way to go. A study published recently in the journal Public Health Nutrition found that skipping meals can cut calories, but may cut the intake of healthy foods, which could impact health negatively over time. The study analyzed data on […]

Steps: Blend 2 cans of the beans with the tomato paste until the beans are broken down into a thick (but not necessarily smooth) paste. Heat a large pot over medium-high head. Add the bean paste, remaining black beans, and remaining broth, and stir to combine. Add the cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper and let […]

The winter holidays are the season for sweets. Though this year may be different, many of us will still find a way to continue the tradition of baking, exchanging, and enjoying holiday treats. And while it is important to embrace these pleasures of the season, we all know the aftermath of an overindulgence can last […]

Over three million Americans have anemia—low levels of the red blood cells that carry oxygen to the body’s tissues. Although anemia can signal a serious underling condition, for many cases dietary changes can help. One Condition, Many Causes: Anemia has a variety of causes, including blood loss, cancer, bone marrow diseases, some intestinal diseases, kidney […]

Ingredients: Vegetables: 2 lbs Brussels sprouts 1 red onion, sliced ½ cup coarsely chopped hazelnuts (or other type of nut) ½ cup dried cranberries Vinaigrette: 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (or other plant oil) 1 Tbsp pure maple syrup (or honey) 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional) Salt […]

This Thanksgiving don’t abandon healthy habits…celebrate them. Whether you are getting together virtually or in person, seasonal produce brings color, flavor, variety, and nutrition to your table. What better way to carry on the Thanksgiving tradition than to celebrate with a table laden with seasonal plant-based foods—as we give thanks for the Earth’s nourishing and […]

A biological process can change the affect of our genes on health, without changing the gene itself. Called “DNA methylation,” this process can determine if a given gene is active, or not. New research from the Friedman School’s Jiantao Ma, PhD, and Alice H. Lichtenstein, DSc, found diet quality was associated with the level of […]