Nutrition
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Is Fruit Juice Good for You?
Which is better, juicing or blending fruits? Which offers more benefits? Chewing a whole apple, apple sauce, or apple juice? A study revealed that juices that had been prepared by blending whole fruits had stronger antioxidant activities and contained larger amounts of phenolic compounds than…
Read MoreAmazing Health Benefits of Legumes
Do you need an inexpensive food staple that will lower your cholesterol, provide satiety, and improve your blood glucose levels? All bean varieties are rich in carbohydrates, resistant starches, potassium, copper, phosphorus, manganese, iron, magnesium, and B vitamins, contain almost no sodium or fat, and…
Read MoreTrue or False? Low Carb Diets Are Good for You!
You have seen it on Facebook, read it on the internet, heard it on the news: “Carbs are bad for you if you are trying to lose weight.” Pundits advocating a low-carbohydrate diet condemn the consumption of starches. Consuming a high-protein diet assists in weight…
Read MoreCancer-Fighting Foods
There are literally hundreds of anti-cancer compounds in whole plant foods. Other medical and surgical treatments can help fight and destroy cancer. In this article, we focus on nutrition as an adjunctive treatment. Colorful foods inhibit inflammation, a big contributor to cancer development. Here are…
Read MoreHow to Go Plant-Based for Beginners
You might be concerned about high blood sugar or have a family history of cancer. Perhaps you're looking to reverse type 2 diabetes or coronary artery disease, or you believe that a plant-based diet is better for the environment and want to transition into a…
Read MoreConsumption of Ultra Processed Foods and Cancer
Liberal consumption of ultra-processed foods increases the risk of obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. How do they affect one's cancer risk? Convenience and taste have made ultra-processed foods (UPFs) a welcome part of the diet for many people. Ultra-processed foods are convenient as they are…
Read MoreHelping Children to Love Greens
Discover tips to help your family enjoy leafy green vegetables.
Read MoreThe Healing Power of Green Foods
Discover the health benefits you get from consuming green foods often
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