Long recognized as a potent source of vitamin C, oranges are considered by most to be tasty, juicy, and all too familiar. The discoveries being made about the power of oranges to support heart health and prevent cancer, stroke, diabetes and other chronic ailments are bringing them and other citrus fruits into the limelight as … Continue reading Health Benefits of Oranges
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The Several Benefits of Avocados
Avocado - that buttery green fruit that you can spread on a sandwich, dice into a salad, and mash into guacamole (America's favorite dip). Research has demonstrated that avocados offer some surprising and powerful health benefits. One of the most nutrient-dense foods, avocados are high in fiber, folate, potassium, vitamin E, and magnesium. No doubt, … Continue reading The Several Benefits of Avocados
Kiwi Fruit: The Chinese Gooseberry
The kiwi or kiwifruit is one of nature's perfect foods: low in calories and an excellent source of antioxidants, and people are attracted to it because of its brilliant green color and exotic taste. While many fruits offer one or two nutrients in their profile, kiwi offers an unusual array of health-promoting substances. Kiwi is native to China. Cultivation … Continue reading Kiwi Fruit: The Chinese Gooseberry
Why Blueberries Are So Amazing
Blueberries are a very popular and tasty fruit. Although blueberries are native to North America, they are grown commercially in the Americas and Europe. They are low in calories and incredibly healthy. Often referred to as a superfood, blueberries are an excellent source of several vitamins, minerals, beneficial plant compounds, and antioxidants. Blueberries have a … Continue reading Why Blueberries Are So Amazing
Health Benefits of Green Tea
Tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world, second only to water. There are three main types of tea, green, black, and oolong. Scientific studies suggest that green tea in particular has many health benefits. Researchers believe the antioxidants, which are mostly polyphenols, in the tea leaves are responsible for the health benefits. Green, black, … Continue reading Health Benefits of Green Tea
Have Some Dark Chocolate
Rejoice chocolate lovers. This decadent treat is actually good for your heart and cardiovascular system. Chocolate comes from the cacao bean, and its cultivation can be traced back thousands of years. The indigenous Kuna Indian population of the San Blas Islands of Panama never get high blood pressure, and they enjoy five cups of cocoa … Continue reading Have Some Dark Chocolate
Choose Healthier Protein Sources
The human body is made up of over ten thousand different proteins. Protein's building blocks are called amino acids. Because our bodies are constantly making new proteins and because we do not store amino acids as we do fats, we need a daily supply of protein. The Institute of Medicine determined that the daily protein intake be 10 … Continue reading Choose Healthier Protein Sources
Hang Out In The Garden Of Eatin’
Fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet. They contain an array of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. They are also low in calories and high in fiber. A diet rich in fruits and vegetables can decrease the chances of having a heart attack or stroke; lower blood pressure; help you avoid constipation … Continue reading Hang Out In The Garden Of Eatin’
Go With The (Whole) Grains
Grains are seeds of grasses cultivated for food. They basically come in two varieties - whole grains and refined grains. Whole grains are intact seeds with their bran, germ, and endosperm. Click here to see a whole grain. The bran is the outer layer of the seed and contains mostly fiber. The endosperm is the largest … Continue reading Go With The (Whole) Grains
Introducing The Healthy Eating Pyramid
Background Two years ago, I researched diets that would reduce my risk of cardiovascular disease and other diseases. I discovered the Healthy Eating Pyramid, a pyramid developed by faculty members of the Harvard School of Public Health. The Harvard faculty members felt that the icons, MyPyramid and MyPlate, developed by the United States Department of … Continue reading Introducing The Healthy Eating Pyramid
The Mediterranean Diet Unplugged 