The old axiom “you are what you eat” holds true. What we eat can play a huge role in the…
You might be surprised to learn that the tomato on your kitchen counter is a low-calorie package chock-full of nutrients.…
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“Superfoods” are nutrition multitaskers — foods brimming with various disease-fighting nutrients and delivered in a delicious form (think: blueberries). But…
You hear it all the time: the advice to “eat less processed food.” But what is processed food? For that…
One-third of Americans will experience prolonged anxiety at some point in their lives, according to the National Institute of Mental…
Add color and nutrients to your plate with whole veggies and fruits There’s no doubt that what you eat and…
Americans consume about 150 pounds of milk and eat nearly 40 pounds of cheese and 20 pounds of ice cream…
By now, you’ve probably noticed less beef, pork and chicken at your local grocers due to COVID-19 outbreaks and closures…
Eating right can help keep your body and mind healthy and extend your quality of life. But some older Americans…
So much of the COVID-19 pandemic is beyond your control — all of our control — and yet it’s undoubtedly…
We could probably all stand to eat a little more healthfully, but traditional nutrition swaps are kind of a bummer…
The traditional three square meals a day eating pattern has given way to lots of noshing. In fact, 50% of…
Matcha is a finely ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea leaves. Like other types of green tea,…
Brain food is very real, helping to shape your ability to remember simple things (well, allegedly simple things) like where…
Every cell in your body contains cholesterol — it’s an important building block for tissues that make up your organs…
Q: What makes whole grain foods healthier than other carbs? And how can you tell which products are really whole…
There is a mountain of high-quality research supporting a Mediterranean-style diet as the best diet for our cardiovascular health. But…
Some researchers have been speculating for years that certain commonly used food additives may be contributing to the uptick in…
In our culture, we expect results fast. And while it may not be possible to wake up tomorrow 10 pounds…
A sweet potato by any other name is still a rich source of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients, most notably, beta…
Q: Where did the recommendation that we need five servings of fruits and vegetables come from? A: According to one…
Obesity, elevated blood sugar, high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol or triglyceride levels — any one of these conditions on its…
Celery has hit celeb status in the veggie world. No longer the passed-over crudite, or mere Bloody Mary stirring stick,…
You don’t need be a bodybuilder to pay close attention to your protein intake. This macronutrient is required for the…
Around 5 p.m., when the day begins to wind down, your body does the opposite — cranking up to be…
If you find yourself feeling irritable or sluggish, your diet may need a tune-up. How you eat — and when…
Maybe you love the process of scooping seeds out of a pumpkin and roasting them. But these days it’s easy…
You’ve started a new plan to get to a healthier weight but at some point you find you’ve hit a…
St. John’s wort is a widely known, non-prescription dietary supplement with use dating back to ancient Greece Overview St. John’s…
If you follow a dairy-free lifestyle, you no longer need to suffer from fear of missing out when it comes…
Plant-based foods may keep inflammation at bay Inflammation is a natural part of life. It’s your body’s rescue response for…
About two years ago, Michael Saraceno decided he wanted to lose weight. He was nearing 275 pounds and was planning…
Keto diet changes how food is turned into energy While it may seem like the newest weight-loss trend, the ketogenic…
Just the thought of biting into a square of chocolate might make you smile. And, chances are, it really will…
Just the name “nightshade,” gives this category of vegetables a shady mystique. And their reputation of possibly contributing to inflammatory…
Limiting sweeteners (especially fructose) can reduce chronic disease Sugar fuels your body and brain. But when overconsumed, it can wreak havoc on…
Photo by Kyle Edwards Salads sound healthy. But get this: Some have more calories than a double cheeseburger from a fast food…
It seems that every week brings a new fad diet or a new missive telling you how to eat and…
For most people, Thanksgiving dinner is the biggest and most busily prepared meal they cook all year. From menu planning…
Plant-based diets are at the root of heart-healthy eating For a healthy heart, there’s no denying that plant foods are essential.…
When the Sweets & Snacks Expo rolls into McCormick Place every spring, it feels like Halloween in May. Imagine four…
Skin is the largest organ in your body, making up 10 percent of your body weight and spanning a total…
A federal regulation that would have given consumers a better idea of their calorie consumption at chain eateries has been…
How what you eat affects your mood “You are what you eat” may seem like a casual saying, but, in…
Low-FODMAP diet may help those with stomach ills Let’s face it, when your gut is not happy, neither are you.…
Most of us are guilty of indulging in sugary foods and beverages over the holiday season. But with the new…
What do a new restaurant in River North, the anti-inflammatory diet and a Harvard-trained holistic health expert have to do…
Slowing down can be a challenge in our fast-paced society, but when it comes to how you eat, there can…
You know that you’re supposed to drink plenty of water every day, but do you know why? Not drinking enough…
