Tag Archives: nutrition

7 anti-inflammatory foods you should be eating

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anti-inflammatory foodsOK, this title is a little misleading. I don’t think we should eat these foods just for their alleged anti-inflammatory properties.

Inflammation, after all, is part of a healthy body’s healing process. It’s what helps us fight infection and heal wounds.

The real culprit to poor health is chronic inflammation, which has been associated with all kinds of diseases including diabetes, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, cardiovascular disease, allergies, and cancer.… read on

All eggs are healthy (save your money)

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all eggs are healthyI was flipping pages in a health magazine recently and ran across an ad for Eggland’s Best nutrient-fortified eggs.

The ad claims these eggs are superior because they “have more of the delicious, farm-fresh taste you and your family love,” plus “6 times more vitamin D, 10 times more vitamin E, and 25% less saturated fat than ordinary eggs.”

Are these statements true? And if they are, is the … read on

Eat green bananas: Why unripe bananas are better for you than ripe

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green bananasI’ve always preferred the taste and texture of green bananas; my husband likes bananas best when they have brown spots all over.

So when we split a banana on our breakfast granola or oatmeal, one of us is usually happy. 😂

But recently I’ve learned that green bananas are actually better for us, or at least better for our gut health.

That’s because the ratio of healthy fiber and unhealthy … read on

5 tips to prevent kidney stones

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prevent kidney stonesKidney stones are more common in the summer

The kidneys’ job is to filter and clean our blood. They need to be well hydrated to do that!

That’s why summer heat and dehydration are big risk factors for developing kidney stones.

Related post: 10 tips to prevent heat exhaustion

What are other common risk factors?

  • Age (more common as we get older)
  • Gender (more common in men)
  • Genetics (if close
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The health benefits of coffee (you can drink more than you think!)

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health benefits of coffeeEnjoy that morning cup of coffee

I’ve been a coffee drinker my entire adult life.

A couple cups of coffee in the morning make me more alert and ready to start the day.

And I enjoy hanging out in coffee shops and inhaling the fragrance of freshly-ground beans.

Over the years there have been many small studies showing coffee in moderation can be good for you.

Yay! ☕😍

More recently … read on

A low-salt diet is best

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a low-salt diet is bestA healthy diet shouldn’t be confusing

There are a lot of fad diets out there, and even more nutritional supplements being marketed to improve health.

It can be confusing to know what to eat, what to avoid, and whether supplements are good for us or not.

A new study, however, suggests that the best diet is relatively simple: Eat everything, but aim for a lower-than-average salt intake. And skip … read on

Blueberries for brain health

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blueberries for brain healthJune is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month.

For years I’ve heard that blueberries are good for brain health. Which is great, because I love blueberries and try to work them into my diet several times a week.

And there is some evidence to support the connection between blueberries and the human brain.

Most blueberry studies to date have been performed on animals, but more recent studies—funded in part by … read on

Find a Farmers Market in your area

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farmers marketEat fresh & local

I am fortunate to live in an area that has abundant Farmers Markets that operate year-round. They not only offer fresh, locally-grown produce, but baked goods, jams & jellies, cheeses, nuts, cut flowers, and a variety of local artisan crafts.

The summer months are my favorite. I can find summer fruits that are at their peak of ripeness and flavor, unlike the under-ripe, flavorless versions that … read on

The health benefits of eggs

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health benefits of eggsI love eggs, but I’m never quite sure if they’re really good for me or not.

Eggs seem to be one of those foods that go in and out of favor, depending on what the most recent research shows.

So I thought I’d spend a little time doing my own research and determine what are, if any, the health benefits of eggs.

Eggs are packed full of nutrients

First the … read on

Use vitamin supplements with caution

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use vitamin supplements with cautionEven better, don’t use them at all unless your doctor tells you to.

You’ll save money, and you’ll probably be healthier.

I posted a few years ago that Healthy adults don’t need multivitamins. Earlier this month a new study was published that showed not only do we (healthy adults) not need supplemental vitamins and minerals, some may actually cause harm.

What the study showed

The study was funded by … read on