Zinc isn’t a mineral most athletes are concerned about but maybe they should be. Find out why it’s important to have the proper zinc levels if you do high-intensity exercise and what foods are the best sources.
Halloween is that spooky night of goblins and ghouls, best known among children for one thing above all else. That, of course, is the opportunity to collect a vast and varied assortment of goodies. Candy, syrupy popcorn balls and other edible delights of questionable nutritional value abound on this enchanted evening. For most parents, nutritionists and dentists alike, it is a time of concern.
With heart disease rates increasing dramatically in the past year, we all need to do our part to fight this growing epidemic. These five heart-healthy recipes contain ingredients that have been proven to lower your risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and heart attack.
Forget ghosts and goblins. If you’re health conscious, the truly scary part of Halloween is all that sugar. When little superheroes and princesses come knocking on your door, the last thing you want to do is turn off the porch light and hide behind your curtains. Luckily, you don’t need to compromise your focus on good health. With these unique alternatives to Halloween candy, you might even find your house becoming one of the most popular trick-or-treating destinations on the block.
Can eating fruits and vegetables help you live longer? A new study finds a link between polyphenols, natural chemicals in vegetables and fruits, and a reduced risk for mortality. Find out what this new study shows and how to get the benefits yourself.
Are you trying to avoid genetically modified foods? It’s not always easy to do since around 70% of the items on grocery store shelves contain GMO ingredients. Discover seven foods that are most likely to contain GMOs and tips for how to avoid them.
Some people think that it’s impossible to reach the correct protein levels on a vegan or vegetarian diet, but it’s rather simple to meet the daily required protein intake. Here are some simple ways to add more protein to your vegan or vegetarian lifestyle.
Consuming the right amount of protein is just one part of a healthy diet and lifestyle. Although it can sometimes be difficult to get plenty of protein into a daily diet, especially when limited by allergies, intolerance or vegetarianism, this article shows that protein is found in many foods which can easily be implemented into every meal.
Often, when food companies give you a new version of a traditional food, like low-fat, and call it a healthier alternative, it turns out to be worse than the original.
Do you experience afternoon fatigue as your energy levels drop throughout the day and you start to feel tired? It could be your diet. Here are six dietary mistakes that can cause you to feel fatigued during the day and how to correct them.
Considering going gluten free? A number of people are. Discover some of the problems you might encounter when eliminating gluten from your diet and how to avoid some of the most common pitfalls of going gluten-free.
Good carbs vs. bad carbs – do you know the difference? Many people are confused about carbohydrates – for good reason. Carbohydrates have been blamed for the obesity epidemic but they’re still an important part of a healthy diet. The key is to know a good carb from a bad one. Here’s what you need to know to make smarter carb selections.
