Although most are preventable, foodborne illnesses continue to be a big problem in the United States. It seems as if every few months we hear about another food-borne illness outbreak, whether it is caused by the well-known culprits Salmonella and E. coli, or less familiar organisms like Listeria, or Vibrio. The CDC (U.S. Centers for...Continue reading
Category: Nutrition
Simple Steps to Living a Healthy Lifestyle
Healthy living doesn’t happen overnight. In fact, it requires months of consistency and conviction. A healthy lifestyle, though challenging when first starting out, has innumerable benefits and truly enriches your mind, body and soul. It isn’t enough to take on a short-term diet or sign up for this month’s workout fad. Instead, wellness should be...Continue reading
Curcumin — A Novel Treatment for Depression?
By Dr. Ajay Goel About 1 in 10 Americans report symptoms of depression, and the causes can be as varied as the individuals reporting them.1 Unfortunately, many of the current therapeutic drugs for depression are truly only effective and safe in the short term. When taken long term, these medications may cause sedation, weight gain...
Cleanse Diets: Are They Worth It?
Around the new year, people are determined to get in shape and be healthier in general. This usually includes going to the gym more often, limiting your late night trips to the golden arches, and dieting. With so many people facing similar goals and challenges, diets have become almost an annual fad that we see...Continue reading
Beer: Health Benefits and Risks
By Christian Manasci One does not necessarily associate beer with health and fitness. In fact, it often conjures up images of fat, lazy people with beer bellies. Yet beer is actually one of the healthiest alcoholic drinks out there. While many believe that wine epitomizes the healthy alcoholic drink, recent studies have shown that beer contains...Continue reading
Blueberries: A Key Nutrient to a Healthier You
As spring reveals its vibrant blooms, reflecting these bright colors on our plates is a powerful step towards improved health. The compound that pigments fruits and vegetables are called flavonoids. While these are essential to plants for pollination and protection against diseases, these same chemicals have been found to have many health benefits. In particular,...Continue reading
Healthy Dietary Fats: How They Affect Us?
It is a common misconception that dietary fat is bad for you and should be avoided at all costs. In fact, fats are essential for numerous body functions, including cell membrane repair, body warmth, organ protection and energy; some vitamins, appropriately called fat-soluble vitamins, actually need fat to dissolve and be absorbed by your body. ...Continue reading
Cleanse Diets: Are They Worth It?
Around the new year, people are determined to get in shape and be healthier in general. This usually includes going to the gym more often, limiting your late night trips to the golden arches, and dieting. With so many people facing similar goals and challenges, diets have become almost an annual fad that we see...Continue reading
Prevent Stroke: Non-Invasive Ways to Help
Each year in the United States, 785,000 people suffer a stroke. Furthermore, it is the fourth leading cause of death and its consequences are among the top causes of disability in the U.S. The good news is that there are preventative measures you can take to reduce your risk of stroke, and most of them...Continue reading
Four Nutrition Myths That May Be Hurting Your Health
An interview with Dr. Christopher Mohr, sports nutrition advisor for Men’s Fitness Magazine Have you ever decided to skip a great looking breakfast because you thought the eggs might raise your cholesterol? Perhaps you avoid the salad and vegetables on your plate and eat just the meat at dinner time to limit your carbohydrate intake....Continue reading