New research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2024 sheds light on a troubling health trend: structural inequalities and limited access to healthy foods continue to drive up rates of heart disease and related illnesses across the United States.  University of Richmond The findings reveal how decades-old policies, like redlining, and a rising…

We all know the saying: breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And that’s partly true. Because while all meals are important – and you should try to eat filling, balanced meals at lunch and dinner, too – you’re quite literally breaking your (overnight) fast with your first meal of the day. That…

A wellness plan should go beyond exercise and healthy foods. It should involve physical, mental, and emotional well-being strategies. Here’s how to create it. A wellness plan is not just a set of goals related to your health. It goes beyond weight loss or healthy eating goals. It should support your physical, mental, and emotional…

Products sold by companies, including Nestle, PepsiCo, and Unilever, in India and other low-income countries were assessed as part of a global index and found to be less healthy than those in high-income countries, as per a Reuters report. The companies, among the biggest food and beverage MNCs, were assessed to, on average, sell less…

Navigating the holiday season without falling off the health wagon can feel like walking a tightrope. Between office parties, family gatherings, and an abundance of festive treats, it’s easy to let healthy habits slip. But with a bit of planning and mindful choices, you can enjoy the season’s festivities while maintaining your health.  Certified lifestyle…

By KIRBY SORENSON FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA Published: 09:45 EST, 10 November 2024 | Updated: 15:05 EST, 10 November 2024

It’s no secret that cabbage has a gassy reputation. After enjoying a meal with cabbage, you may notice that gas and discomfort hit a few hours later. While it’s natural and normal to pass gas—even up to 25 times a day—it can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. Foods like cabbage contain a lot of fiber and…

We don’t need to tell you that the foods you eat play a significant role in your long-term health. But did you know they also impact your cognitive health? In fact, what you eat may be as important for brain health as other lifestyle factors like exercise and sleep.  “With the right nutrition, you can…

There’s something special about the way particular recipes become part of your life’s rhythm—like an old friend who shows up exactly when you need them. For me, that recipe was Martha Stewart’s Pumpkin Seed Muffins, which I discovered in a 2004 fall issue of Everyday Food magazine. Back then, getting that little digest-size magazine in…

If you’re looking for tasty lunch recipes that can help you manage your blood pressure, you’re in the right place!  Each of these dishes—from salads and sandwiches to flavorful meal-prep bowls—are high in potassium and low in saturated fat and sodium to support healthy blood pressure levels. Plus, they’re some of our most popular with…