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Category: Nutrition

Avocados: Can One a Day Lower Your Cholesterol?

Avocados: Can One a Day Lower Your Cholesterol?

If you’re looking for a natural approach to lowering your cholesterol, adding an avocado a day to your day may help. A new study shows avocados are a heart-healthy food with surprising health benefits. Find out how avocados could help you improve your lipid profile.

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Is Organic Fruit More Nutritious?

Is Organic Fruit More Nutritious?

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.

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An Unexpected Perk of Eating a High-Protein Diet for Weight Loss

An Unexpected Perk of Eating a High-Protein Diet for Weight Loss

Protein is the most satiating of all the macronutrients and one you need more of if you do high-intensity exercise or resistance training. Research also shows a high-protein diet helps with weight loss. Now a new study shows an unexpected benefit of consuming more protein when dieting. Find out what it is.

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Soy Foods: They’re Not All the Same

Soy Foods: They’re Not All the Same

If you’re trying to eat more plant-based sources of protein, you probably wonder about soy foods and whether it’s a healthy alternative. There’s more than one type of soy and not all are equally healthy. Find out which are beneficial and which you might want to avoid.

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How Much Processed Foods Do Americans Really Eat?

How Much Processed Foods Do Americans Really Eat?

Processed foods are a staple on store shelves. Unless you stick to the perimeter of the grocery store, you’re probably going to be tempted by a packaged item or two. Just how much DOES processed food make up the American diet? Find out what a new study shows.

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Do You Need More Dietary Protein to Build Muscle as You Age because of anabolic resistance?

Do You Need More Dietary Protein to Build Muscle as You Age?

You already know you lose muscle mass and strength as you age and that you need protein to build the muscle tissue you need to stay strong – but how much? Research suggests that after the age of 60 you might need more protein than you did when you were young because of anabolic resistance. Find out more.

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Resistant starch appears to have some of the same health benefits as soluble fiber

Can You Consume Too Much Fiber?

Fiber- you often hear that most people don’t get enough of it but what about people who eat copious amounts of fiber? Are there health risks to eating too much fiber? Find out what research

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