Things have been looking sweet for dark chocolate lately. Read on and discover what new research shows about the health benefits of chocolate and why you should be selective in choosing what brand of chocolate you buy.
No doubt about it – bone broth is a hot, new food trend. In fact, some people are sipping cups of bone broth as a replacement for coffee – but is it as healthy as it’s cracked up to be? Get the nutritional low-down on bone broth.
Ready for fall? Make this autumn the healthiest ever by adding more fall fruits and vegetables to the dinner table. Here are five options that are versatile and loaded with nutrition. Enjoy the many health benefits fruits and veggies offer.
What’s up in the world of healthy eating? Food and nutrition trends come and go. Remember low-fat? Read on and discover healthy eating trends that will be popular throughout 2015 and into 2016 and which ones are worthy of trying.
It’s hard not to get motivated when you think about the health and fitness benefits of HIIT training. In fact, some people get so excited that they do it every day. Is this a good idea? If not, how often should you do high-intensity interval training?
When you think of a healthy carbohydrate source, do beans and legumes come to mind? Maybe they should. You’re probably familiar with the most common beans – kidney beans, black beans and pinto beans – but there are other types of beans you probably haven’t tried. Find out what they are and the potential health benefits they offer.
With all the hype about protein foods, you might worry that you aren’t getting enough. In America, it is rare to be protein deficient. However, not all sources of protein are created equal and some choices might not be good ones for a healthy diet. Understanding what protein is, where it’s found and why it’s important is a good first step in making sure you are getting what you need for good health.
Garlic – could there be a more potent way to add flavor to food? What are just as compelling are the health benefits of garlic. Read on and discover why adding more garlic to your diet can pay off with better health.
You already know that protein-packed meals are filling. Fiber is too. Now research shows dark, leafy greens contain a compound that may help you feel full. Find out more about the satiety benefits of greens and ways to add more of them to your diet.
Coffee is a popular drink and one that has some surprising health benefits. Coffee has almost no calories, making it a low calorie drink to sip if you’re trying to control your weight. Does coffee have weight control benefits that go beyond the fact it’s low in calories? Read on and find out what research shows about coffee and weight control.
Butter still gets a bad rap from some sources because of its high saturated fat content but that’s beginning to change. A recent study calls into question whether the saturated fat in sources like butter are harmful after all. Find out more about butter and whether it’s a healthy addition to your diet.
How healthy is your salad? A nutritious salad starts with the type of salad greens you choose. Discover how to add more nutritional impact to a garden salad with these “better for you” leafy greens.
