Do you tend to eat the same vegetables over and over again? Maybe it’s time to branch out and try something new, plant-based, and nutritious. Here are six, healthy veggie options you may not have tried.
Intermittent fasting is a hot topic right now. People focus on the potential health benefits, but are there drawbacks to fasting for periods of time? Find out what the possible downsides might be.
We know that heart-pumping workouts that get you sweaty have substantial health and fitness benefits – but what about low-intensity exercise? Does it offer health benefits as well? Find out.
Are you getting the maximal nutritional impact from the fruits and vegetables you eat? The most important thing is just to eat them. Yet, there are simple ways you can augment the nutritional benefits you get when you bite into a fruit or vegetable. Here are six of them.
Plant foods – you hear a lot about the benefits of eating a plant-based diet. Can adopting such an eating plan help you live longer? This article looks at this issue and also points out the difference between vegetarian, vegan, and plant-based diets.
There’s evidence that caffeine can improve exercise endurance during moderate-intensity exercise – but what about eating dark chocolate? Read on and discover why dark chocolate could be the next ergogenic aid.
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
How much weight do you have to lose, assuming you’re overweight, to upgrade your health? You might be surprised. A new study shows even small amounts of weight loss can enhance your metabolic health. Find out more.
By now you probably know that nuts have a surprising number of health benefits. Munching on nuts may even lower your risk for certain diseases, including heart disease. Is one nut better than another when it comes to health benefits? Find out.
Yummy! Hot chocolate – the perfect cold weather treat. To get the most health benefits, make it at home and skip the coffee shop versions. Read on and discover why coffee shop hot chocolate doesn’t cut it health wise and how to make a healthier version at home.
Exciting new research on coffee shows it may lower your risk for health problems AND for dying prematurely. Read on and discover what new research on drinking coffee shows and why a cup of coffee is earning points for being healthy.
With so much emphasis on avoiding starchy foods, you might be surprised to find that some starch is good for you, especially a type known as resistant starch. Read on and learn more about the different types of resistant starch, how to get more of it, and the benefits it offers.
