Potatoes have not always had the best reputation in the nutrition world. For years, the white, starchy vegetable was considered too high in carbohydrates with little nutritional value. We know now, of course, that this is not true. As potatoes have re-climbed the health ranks, however, they have been eclipsed by their colorful cousin, the...
There are many health benefits to staying hydrated. From helping you manage your weight to improving brain function to reducing your risk of heart attacks, drinking enough water can keep your body functioning optimally. But how much water should you drink? Scientists, doctors, and nutritionists have tried to come up with a definitive answer to...
Are you someone who likes to enjoy a cup or two of coffee each morning? Or perhaps you’re someone who essentially needs it to feel like a functioning human being if you have to get up before 9 am. Either way, you’re probably used to hearing people say that coffee is bad for you and...
Over the last few years, there has been a massive shift away from wheat. For some, the shift is simply a lifestyle choice, but for others, it isn’t so much a choice as it is necessary. In either case, you have probably noticed the increase in (expensive) non-wheat food products stocking the shelves of your...
Sierra Greenlee experienced every parent’s worst nightmare: the loss of a child. After suddenly slipping into a coma, her three-year-old daughter, Arya, stopped breathing. She was rushed to the hospital, but doctors were unable to revive her. How did this happen to a seemingly healthy little girl? The answer: Arya Greenlee had undiagnosed type 1...
Ginger has been a long-standing member of the “superfoods” club. Its anti-inflammatory, immune-supporting properties have made it a staple in the kitchens of many health-conscious individuals, and the potent spice is a common ingredient in many Asian dishes. While it can be incorporated into many recipes, one of the easiest ways to capitalize on the...
When most women think of “the big change”, our minds go straight to menopause. But there’s another huge hormone shift that happens up to 10 years before menopause, and it can be unsettling for women in their 40’s (to say the least) because it’s not very widely discussed. Mother and author, Aileen Wentraub, puts it this way: “As...
When you sleep, you are essentially doing an overnight fast. What you eat to break that fast (aka breakfast) is critical in your day. A healthy breakfast can lead to lasting energy and a speedy metabolism and help you make better daily food choices. A not-so-healthy one can make your metabolism sluggish, have you hit...
Two women embarked on a mission to age with good health, and happiness, and to be disease-free. As they researched medical studies and adjusted their lifestyles, they documented their findings on their blog and eventually their book, the Age Well Project. Susan Saunders was 36 when her mother developed severe dementia. She became her mother’s...
It turns out the love-it-or-hate-it cruciferous veggie that’s prevented countless young children from earning their dessert has an extensive amount of health benefits. Don’t limit broccoli’s merit to just the head- broccoli stalks, leaves, and sprouts are not to be taken lightly. The next time you see a grocery store selling broccoli heads without the...
Are you the one who’s always adding extra hot peppers to your sub at lunch? Are you always reaching for the extra-spicy salsa on the grocery store shelf? If this sounds like you, then you’ll be pleased to know that your penchant for a little kick in your meals is doing more for you than simply...
Fibromyalgia is a tricky condition to diagnose and an even trickier one to treat. The painful condition that affects women more often than men isn’t even widely recognized throughout the medical community, making the hunt for treatments a slow-going process. However, a team of researchers point to one potential treatment as a viable option for...
