This article was meant to be an overview of the most popular diets for 2024. You know the ones – Mediterranean, Paleo, Keto, Dash (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) and the most talked about newcomer on the block – intermittent fasting. It is Health Season in The Irish Times. In print and online, we will…

In January, many people are setting new year’s resolutions around healthy eating. Achieving these is often challenging – it can be difficult to change our eating habits. But healthy diets can enhance physical and mental health, so improving what we eat is a worthwhile goal. Authors Georgie Russell Senior Lecturer, Institute for Physical Activity and…

Meal prepping is a practical strategy that can revolutionize the way you eat, saving you time and money while helping you maintain a healthy diet. This article will walk you through the benefits of meal prepping and provide a simple, six-step guide to getting started. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced cook, these…

​Benefits of cumin water ​ Cumin water, also known as jeera water, is considered a healthy drink made by soaking cumin seeds in water overnight. It is suggested to consume it on an empty stomach the next morning to gain maximum benefits. Take a look at the 10 potential benefits of drinking cumin water.

New year, new determined-to-be-healthy regimen. But how do you know which snacks to include in your oh-so-healthy diet — and which are to be avoided? “Snacks and occasional treats are two different things,” the nutritionist Fiona Hunter says. “A snack is something you have regularly between meals and should make a positive contribution to your…

If you’ve resolved to eat better and budget spending better, there is guidance out there, and it’s free. PORTLAND, Maine — Forbes was one of many polls to come out at the start of the year showing that financial and physical health topped resolution lists in 2024. If you’re among those hoping to make change,…

Fruits are an essential part of a well-balanced diet. They are packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals. However, while raw fruit is refreshing and nutritious, it’s not always as portable. Dried fruits, on the other hand, are sweet, snackable, but do they offer the same health benefits as their raw fruit origins? Once the water…

When it comes to our memory and cognition, what we eat matters. While certain foods and drinks can bolster brain health—we’re looking at you leafy greens and salmon—others may harm it. Among all the beverages out there, there’s one that stands out that experts advise limiting specifically to improve your memory, and that’s alcohol. Keep…

There’s a secret to turbocharging our brainpower and boosting our energy — it’s the foods we eat. Functional foods are everyday foods packed with nutrients our bodies need. What we put in our bodies has a lot to do with how we feel throughout the day, which makes a big difference in how much we…