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Believe it or not, inflammation is actually a protective mechanism in the body: it alerts us to pain or infection and kicks off the healing process. But when inflammation becomes chronic, it can lead to a whole range of symptoms and conditions, including fatigue, brain fog, hormonal imbalances, and cardiovascular issues, says functional medicine specialist…
Dietitians say that repeating breakfast can be part of a healthy diet. Eating the same breakfast can reduce decision fatigue and make mornings easier. Mix up other meals and snacks to meet your nutrient needs. The average person makes around 35,000 decisions each day—yes, that many. From the moment you wake until your head hits…
A new study suggests that snacking on walnuts may improve sleep and melatonin levels. Participants in the study ate around 1/2 cup of walnuts each day for eight weeks. Add walnuts to snack mixes, salads and breakfast dishes, or snack on them solo. Poor sleep can affect just about anyone, and research has linked it…
Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist trained at AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford Universities, took to Instagram on September 5 to rank various breakfast foods according to their perceived benefit for gut health, using a scale that ranges from negative values for detrimental options to a high of 10 for the most beneficial. Also read | Harvard…
You might remember the milk mustaches from the Got Milk? ads of the ‘90s. That’s because dairy has long been the poster child for calcium, a mineral most famous for keeping our bones strong. But calcium does so much more than that, from supporting nerve and muscle function to preventing blood clots. “More than 99%…
1 Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Bowls mike garten Sweet potatoes and black beans are both fiber standouts. To boost the flavor, roast the sweet spuds until golden brown and toss with chili powder and cumin, and marinate the beans in a mixture of lime juice and honey. Fiber per serving: 20 g Get the…
For the Tomahawk Leader WISCONSIN – Aspirus Health recently shared tips on providing kids with balanced meals. “Every parent knows that well-balanced meals are incredibly important for their children,” Aspirus said in a release. “However, in the middle of back-to-school busyness, keeping healthy meals at the top of the priority list can feel overwhelming. The…
Frozen cauliflower is an affordable, convenient and versatile frozen food item to keep on hand. The best ways to cook frozen cauliflower are steaming, roasting and air-frying. Frozen cauliflower is rich in vitamins C and K, along with antioxidants and retains more nutrients than its fresh counterpart. For far too long pale foods have been…
Author Heidi Herman introduces a creative solution for veggie-averse adults seeking better nutrition without compromising taste Sioux Falls, SD, Sept. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A new cookbook is turning traditional advice about eating vegetables on its head. The Hidden Vegetables Cookbook: 90 Tasty Recipes for Veggie-Averse Adults by author Heidi Herman provides a fresh…
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in America and around the world. In fact, in the U.S., CVD claims another life every 34 seconds, accounting for one in every three deaths in the nation. However, the World Heart Federation points out that approximately 80 percent of cardiovascular…