phytochemicals
Phytochemicals – you may have heard the term. But, what are they exactly and what potential health benefits do they offer? You might be surprised at how many there actually are!
Healthy, whole foods are the best way to get nutrients, but despite the availability of healthier fare, many people continue to take nutritional supplements. Is this a good idea? Here are some reasons why supplements aren’t a substitute for whole foods.
“Eat the rainbow” is good advice. More health professionals are acknowledging that deeply pigmented fruits and vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet. This year, expect to see more purple vegetables and fruit. Why are they growing in popularity? Find out what the health benefits are.
We think of antioxidants as being protective against free radicals, disease and against aging – but can you get too much of a good thing? This article looks at the role antioxidants play in health and why antioxidant supplements may actually be harmful.
As you know, almost all non-starchy vegetables and many fruits have significant health benefits – but some pack more nutritional punch than others. Researchers at William Paterson University analyzed and ranked fruits and vegetables based on their nutrient density. Guess what the top five were?
Organic fruit is certainly growing in popularity. There are advantages to buying organic fruit – is nutrition one of them? This article discusses whether organic fruit offers greater nutritional value over conventional fruit.
Summer brings warm temperatures and the chance to visit a Farmer’s market. While there, indulge in the rich array of summer fruits that are available. Read on and find out what health benefits they offer.
Did you know scientists use nutrient profiling to determine which fruits and vegetables are most nutrient-rich? Of course, all non-starchy vegetables and fruits are nutritious and contain natural compounds that promote health – but which is more nutrient dense? Find out what a study showed.
For years, we heard about how fat is the cause of clogged arteries and heart disease – but is sugar the real culprit? Read on and discover how sugar may be more damaging to your heart and blood vessels than fat – and why you should cut back on sugar in all its forms.
What’s the most filling macronutrient? Protein, of course – but is plant protein as filling as animal protein? Read on and find out more about protein sources and their effect on appetite.
Should you take a multivitamins or not? If you tell yourself there’s no harm to doing so, you may be wrong. Some research suggests that taking vitamins in supplemental form CAN be harmful. Find out more.
What if someone prepared a list of the most nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables? What would be at the top of the list? William Paterson University in New Jersey took on the challenge and you might be surprised at what veggie was number one.
