As the conditions of meat production and the general public perception of meats have become larger and as louder questions are asked around the world, plant-based diets have had somewhat of a sudden surge in popularity. Great access to foods and information has made plant-based diets more accessible to larger groups of people, but you might be wondering why […]
You know your basic food groups. You know how much water you should drink a day. And you know what a healthy meal looks like. But do you know what macronutrients are? You do, but you’ve just been calling them something different. We’ll learn about what they are and why they’re so important to your […]
Elimination diets are not diets that you use for weight loss and are not meant to be followed long-term. Instead, they remove certain types of foods from your diet that might be triggering physical symptoms, such as from IBS or gluten intolerance, for you to add them then back one at a time to figure […]
If you have digestive issues, skin problems, or overall health and diet issues, you may have realized that it could be from a large amount of dairy you consume. If you’re curious to learn more, here are a few benefits of giving up dairy. Your Cancer Risk Drops Massively Believe it or not, a benefit […]
When you are trying to update your oral health routine and reverse some oral health issues, you may find yourself focusing on pastes and rinses. Those are a core part of your oral health plan, but you also need to look to other sources as well. What you eat is as important as how you […]
If you have been adding superfoods for a while, you may find yourself getting into a rut with how you take in the superfoods. You may be looking for a new way to add superfoods to your diet and benefit. This can lead you through several recipe books and down a lot of roads that […]
Let’s face it. There’s a reason why so many of us have trouble eating nutritiously every day. Sometimes it’s just quicker and easier to eat unhealthy food. If you’re having trouble getting started on a healthy eating plan, these tips can help: Boost a low appetite Check with your doctor to see if your loss […]
In recent years, the Health Promotion Board has developed dietary guidelines for children, adolescents, and adults. However, older adults have different nutritional requirements and require a separate set of guidelines. While there is plenty of tips on nutrition available in magazines and new media channels, not all of these are science-based and accurate. This set […]
Making healthy food choices is a smart thing to do—no matter how old you are! Your body changes through your 60s, 70s, 80s, and beyond. Food provides nutrients you need as you age. Use these tips to choose foods for better health at each stage of life. 1. Drink plenty of liquids With age, you […]
For a lot of people, the scariest thing about changing their eating habits is often the fear that they will have to endure days of feeling hungry and unsatisfied after meager meals. If this is one of the things that is keeping you from trying to eat healthily, then you will be delighted to know […]