The omega-3 lowdown: easy ways to a healthier heart
We've all heard we should be eating more omega-3s, but what's the big deal?
Well, when it comes to keeping your heart in tip-top shape,...
Salt and your blood pressure: the straight talk
Let's start simple: What is blood pressure, and why should you care?
Imagine your blood vessels as tiny highways for blood. Blood pressure is the...
Natural fixes for ADHD: what really works?
ADHD stands for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
It's a condition that makes it hard for people—both kids and adults—to focus, sit still, or think before acting.
Usually, doctors...
Foods to steer clear of with kidney disease
The 101 on Kidney Disease
Before we dive into the foods to avoid, let's quickly understand what kidney disease is all about. Your kidneys are...
How your diet affects your mental health
According to a recent poll by the American Psychiatric Association, more Americans are waking up to the connection between what they eat and how...
Why kale is good for your health
Kale, the curly, vibrant green leaf, has rapidly risen in the world of health and nutrition.
While it's been a staple in many diets for...
How alcohol affects liver health and disease progression
First off, let's understand why the liver is so important. Your liver is like a silent hero in your body.
It helps digest food, store...
Can food choices help with autism?
Autism and Nutrition—What's the Link?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a condition that affects how people think, interact, and experience the world around them.
While there's...
Mycoprotein in diet may reduce risk of bowel cancer and improve gut health
A study led by Northumbria University reveals that substituting red and processed meat with mycoprotein, a fungi-derived meat substitute best known as Quorn, significantly...
Health benefits of green smoothies you need to know
We've all seen them. Those vibrant green drinks in hands of celebrities, fitness enthusiasts, and perhaps even a colleague or two.
Green smoothies are more...