Diet

When it comes to weight loss, low-fat diets are often recommended, but new research suggests they are no different than other popular diets. Study lead, Deirdre Tobias, said, “We found that low-fat diets were not more effective than higher-fat diets for long-term weight loss.” The researchers suggest greater weight loss success has more to do ...click here to read more

A diet high in fructose has been linked to weight gain for a long time, but now neuroscientists believe processed fructose could impact the ability to heal after head trauma, putting nutrition and brain injury in the spotlight. Fructose is a link in the metabolism of glucose; yet there is no real need for dietary ...click here to read more

For good cardiovascular health and renal health you need a proper sodium potassium balance in your diet. Balanced sodium and potassium levels have been shown to lower blood pressure and lower your risk of heart disease, heart attack and stroke. Unfortunately, the typical American diet contains too much sodium, which can lead to an unbalance ...click here to read more

If variety is the spice of life, then American diets are mild at best. The USDA has found that Americans are primarily consuming potatoes and tomatoes as their daily fruits and vegetables and rarely anything else. Potatoes and tomatoes make up 30 and 22 percent of vegetable growth in America to meet the supply and ...click here to read more

Location can play a role in the foods you eat, meaning wherever you are right now is effecting what you consume. If you reside along the west coast you probably enjoy fresh vegetables and even prawns. But if you reside in the South you probably enjoy collard greens, grits, fried chicken, potatoes and corn bread, ...click here to read more

Time and time again we hail, praise and highly recommend healthy eating – but always for good reason! You see, over time junk food severely harms your body in more ways than one. Sure, you probably heard that junk food is bad, but exactly how bad is it? Well, that is why we are here ...click here to read more

From the trees of the Mediterranean come a delicious and healthy fruit. While most people use olives to complement savory dishes, this food item is classified as fruit – even if we tend to use it like a vegetable. Not only good with a martini, olives come in a wide variety and offer health benefits ...click here to read more

Researchers at the University of Delaware have discovered that putting seniors on a strict exercise and diet plan could reduce the onset of knee pain if they have diabetes. A common cause for knee pain among seniors is osteoarthritis. Knee pain can mean more trips to see the doctor and a limited ability to perform ...click here to read more

Everyone wants to lose those last five pounds. But keeping the weight off can be hard. Maybe in the past you’ve been successful, but somewhere down the road those pounds snuck back. Losing weight and keeping it off can be difficult, but new research suggests your initial weight loss can determine how successful you will ...click here to read more

Today, it’s difficult not to notice all of the gluten-free products available in health food and grocery stores. There’s been a number of books, magazine articles and news segments, too – all of which have characterized gluten as a dietary villain. Yet, there is no evidence to support gluten-free diets for anyone other than those ...click here to read more

Barbecuing is a great way to maintain flavor and enjoy delicious meats such as chicken, pork or steak. It’s important to get in your protein for overall health, but don’t just stick to the the barbecue staples and try grilling up some fish. Another reason I’d recommend fish as a healthy alternative to grilling up ...click here to read more

First thing in the morning, my brother-in-law has to have his diet soda. Roll out of bed, head to fridge and guzzle. I’ve been advised, when visiting their house, not to try to engage him in conversation before he has finished at least half his 20-ounce bottle. It’s true. He’s a friendly, down-to-earth guy with ...click here to read more

While you might not indulge in a high-quality cut of meat too often because of the cost, there is some new evidence showing that juicy steak could be great for you blood pressure. With summer in full swing, this is a perfect idea for your grill with the added benefit of good health! The study, ...click here to read more

Could filling yourself with high-fat foods lead you to lose your sense of smell? Well, neuroscientists seem to think so. They are finding out how exactly your diet impacts your nose! One more reason to eat healthy. In a study by Florida State University (FSU), funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and published ...click here to read more