Knowing which foods have a short shelf life can make a big difference in your kitchen. Not only does proper storage keep your groceries fresh longer, but it also protects your family’s health. Even some common fridge staples might surprise you with their short freshness window. Understanding these timelines and proper storage methods can save...

Calcium is crucial for strong bones and teeth, but milk isn’t your only option to reach your daily requirement. Whether you’re lactose intolerant, following a vegan lifestyle, or simply looking to diversify your diet, non-dairy calcium sources offer excellent alternatives. Many people mistakenly believe dairy is the only way to get enough calcium, but numerous...

Colorectal cancer (CRC), the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, is increasingly linked to dietary habits, especially the consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs). Researchers at the University of South Florida (USF) and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute have done an important and groundbreaking study that helps our understanding on how these...

How do you like your eggs? Over easy? Hard or soft-boiled? Scrambled? Sunny-side-up? However you like your eggs, you likely fall into one of two categories: Either you enjoy a runny egg yolk or you don’t. While many of us enjoy a soft yolk, plenty of us have reasons not to eat them, the most...

You are what you eat and if you want to be healthy, you need to eat healthy and nutritious foods. To help you achieve this goal, we have compiled a list of the most nutrient-dense foods available on the market. If you want to support your health, it’s important to eat a range of nutritious...

A physician specializing in nutrition and preventive medicine decided to better understand food’s healing properties beyond simple caloric intake. With autumn’s chill setting in and the peak of respiratory illness season approaching, Dr. Patricia Varacallo decided to put soup to the test by incorporating it into her daily diet for a whole week. She wrote...

A massive recall is affecting popular tuna cans as an urgent warning from health officials and manufacturers comes forward. Tri-Union Seafoods has issued a recall for several of its assorted canned tuna products. These cans, sold under various brand names like Trader Joe’s, Walmart, and Costco, are being after someone discovered a manufacturing defect in...

Seafood can be a delicious and healthy choice, but not all options are created equal. Some fish and shellfish come with hidden risks, from sustainability concerns to high mercury levels and questionable farming practices. If you love seafood but want to make smarter choices, it’s worth knowing which ones to avoid or eat in moderation....

The modern American food scene is on the brink of a potential transformation, all thanks to RFK Jr.’s bold new health guidelines. These proposals aim to ban or radically reformulate popular dishes by eliminating artificial additives, preservatives, and processed ingredients that many scientists now question. RFK Jr. envisions chefs crafting every meal with whole, natural...

Garlic has been used for centuries as a natural remedy, offering a wide range of health benefits that go beyond just adding flavor to your meals. Packed with essential nutrients and powerful compounds, this humble ingredient can do wonders for your body when consumed regularly. Whether you’re looking to support your immune system, support heart...

Imagine a place where people routinely live past 90, rarely suffer from dementia, and seem to have unlocked the secret to a long, healthy life. Welcome to Ikaria, a small Greek island in the Aegean Sea. Unlike many parts of the world, where cognitive decline is almost expected with age, Ikarians stay sharp well into...

Some junk food is hard to resist, no matter how much we know it isn’t good for us. This is due to the fact that they are generally very tasty, affordable, and convenient. However, junk food is typically full of unhealthy ingredients, such as sodium, sugar, and artificial additives. Today, we will look at 15...