· 6 min read
The Blue Zone diet is based on the eating habits of people with the longest lives in the world. “Blue zones” are five locations where locals are ten times more likely than Americans to live to the age of 100. Additionally, research has discovered that people in these zones also have fewer instances of chronic […]
· 4 min read
Rebecca Chobat knows how to stretch a dollar. Her TikTok account and YouTube channel are dedicated to teaching people how to make affordable and healthy food. She makes meals with groceries she bought only at Dollar Tree. Her recipes involve ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks — all devised with a tight budget in […]
· 3 min read
High blood pressure and hypertension is far too prevalent in the United States. Nearly half of all American adults have hypertension. Of those people, only one in four have theirs under control. Though it is important to follow your doctor’s instructions if you have high blood pressure, there are foods you can use to help […]
· 3 min read
The vegan food alternative market is massive. There are vegan cheeses, meats, and baked goods – you name it, it likely exists. There was seemingly only one product that, until now, has been missing from the vegan-friendly lineup: Fish and seafood. A recent development, however, is bringing vegan seafood into the spotlight. These are the […]
· 4 min read
Unlink vegans, who avoid all animal-derived food, many vegetarians eat eggs and dairy products. But although vegetarians could eat macaroni and cheese without any concerns, they may need to pass on the eggplant parmesan. Because a little known fact about parmesan is causing outrage online, this hard cheese contains rennet, which comes from animal stomachs. […]
· 4 min read
Soup is the perfect winter food after a long day in the cold. This recipe is full of bursting flavors like ginger, turmeric, and fennel, and it’s also rich in health benefits. These ingredients, along with the carrots, butternut squash, leek, and garlic, contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that help to support general health. This […]
· 7 min read
Eating healthy and living a healthy lifestyle can sometimes seem insurmountable. However, when you break it down, the path to better health isn’t quite so winding and difficult. The secret lies in making small, incremental changes that, over time, add up to better health. These are ten changes you can make now to live a […]
· 5 min read
According to the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, adult men should drink 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) a day, and women should drink 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) a day. Keep in mind this is a rough estimate since the required water intake is individual. For instance, it may increase for those who are […]
· 5 min read
We all know that the secret to a healthy body and maintaining a healthy weight is discipline. It’s in sticking to a nutrition and exercise routine 80% to 90% of the time, while occasionally allowing yourself to splurge a little. In recent guest appearances on The River Cafe’s podcast Table 4, Victoria Beckham discussed some […]
· 5 min read
A study conducted by a team of researchers at the University of Ulsan has found that regular consumption of kimchi, as part of a calorie-controlled diet, can reduce body weight, abdominal fat, and index body fat in both overweight and obese individuals. The study also suggests that fermented kimchi may be a medicinal food due […]
· 3 min read
Bananas are a healthy source of nutrients- and usually, there are relatively inexpensive. Buying bananas is the way to go. And let’s be honest, grocery shopping does make most of us quite giddy with the experience. But, we do need to make sure that we are buying the best product possible- as people regularly manipulate […]
· 4 min read
When talking about grapes, most people think of the standard green or red variety, maybe even black. But there are many types of grapes, with different colors, flavors, shapes, and health benefits. Moon Drop grapes stand out because of their elongated shape and almost black skin. Unlike most grapes, these were invented in 2004 by […]
