Diet is a powerful disease fighter, especially a diet rich in plant-based foods. Unfortunately, most people don’t enjoy enough fruits, vegetables and other foods derived from plant sources. This article talks about 6 ways eating a plant-based diet can lower your risk for heart disease.
How healthy is your diet? A new study shows people who eat an American diet may not get enough of seven essential nutrients. Find out what these nutrients are and how to make sure you’re getting enough of them for good health.
Looking for a healthy snack or something crunchy to add to your salads and wraps? Nuts are a good choice – but so are seeds. Discover five healthy seeds that have exceptional health benefits and how to add them to your diet.
Eating healthy isn’t always easy or convenient – especially when you’re short on time. This article discusses six nutrition shortcuts you can use to keep your diet healthy even when time is a scarce commodity.
Are you so focused on getting enough protein in your diet that you’re not meeting your fiber requirements? There’s a way around that. Replace some of the meat protein in your diet with high-fiber, protein sources. Here are some ways to do that.
This dish of quinoa, beans, tomatoes, onions and seasonings makes an excellent side dish for grilled fish or chicken to round out dinner or is perfect as is for a make ahead lunch.
Dietary fiber – you already know it’s important to add fiber to your diet. Fiber-rich meals are among the most filling. Now a new study points out why. Find out how fiber is connected with satiety, how it controls your appetite and a newly discovered link between your brain and intestinal tract.
Looking for a summer superfood to add to your diet? Look no further than the avocado. Avocados have some surprising health benefits you don’t find in other fruits. Discover what they are and how to enjoy the health benefits that avocados offer.
Do you experience belly bloat after eating a meal? Between 15 and 30% of people do and it’s more common in women. This article identifies five common reasons women experience abdominal bloating after a meal.
By eating more of these holiday food favoritess, and less of the many high-calorie, low-nutrition options so often served at this time of year, you might be surprised just how much of a head start you can give yourself on your next New Year’s resolution to get in shape.
Many people know of “fiber” as a buzzword when talking about how to improve your diet, but few actually understand what fiber is and how it helps. The most essential fundamental to grasp when talking about fiber is that it is essentially indigestible, meaning you won’t actually absorb any nutrients from eating more fiber. It can, however help you maintain a regular digestive system and may lower your risk of heart disease.
We have all heard that fiber is important, but did you know that every gram of fiber that you eat cancels out about seven calories? In addition to being valuable for weight loss, there are also many other health benefits to eating a high-fiber diet.
