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Jul 27, 2026 · NutritionMy Go-To Green List: Ten Veggies That Do the Heavy Lifting for Your Health
“Let food by thy medicine, and medicine by thy food.” However you phrase it, it’s an excellent reminder not to get so caught up in meal timing regimens or the ins and outs of particular diets that we forget the most important thing, the food itself. And no type of food does a better job of keeping us intact and thriving than vegetables. But I can’t think of a richer, or more health and longevity-supporting haul of veggies than those of the green persuasion.
Jul 13, 2026 · NutritionThe Hidden Power of Resistant Starch—The Carb That Behaves Like Fiber
Though it may sounds strange, chilling foods like rice, potatoes, pasta, and even bread can transform some of their digestible starch into something called resistant starch—a form of carbohydrate that resists digestion and reaches the colon intact. There, it feeds beneficial gut bacteria, supports the microbiome, and may help improve blood sugar control, insulin sensitivity, and appetite regulation. In other words, yesterday’s leftovers might actually be better for you than a freshly cooked plate. Resistant starch offers a surprising twist in nutrition science: with a little kitchen chemistry, some everyday starches can become powerful allies for metabolic and gut health.
Jul 10, 2026 · NutritionCould Nutrient Deficiencies Be Causing Your Fatigue?
Always tired? Here’s what to do if a nutrient deficiency is contributing to your exhaustion.
Jun 26, 2026 · NutritionThe Best Foods to Balance Your Nervous System
What you eat directly affects your autonomic nervous system. Focus on these foods and nutrients to support neurotransmitter balance, stress resilience, and calm.
Jun 15, 2026 · NutritionAn Acquired Taste with Benefits: The Curious Case of Nattokinase, The Gut and Heart Helper
So, what is natto anyway? It’s a traditional Japanese food, made up of soybeans fermented with the Bacillus subtilis bacteria. To most Westerners, it tends to look less than appealing – a dollop of reddish brown, mushy beans stuck together in a stringy cheesy goo that a biochemist would describe as a chain of glutamine amino acids. And it’s aroma and taste? Well, that can take a little getting used to, but it’s well worth the effort when it comes to boosting your heart and gut health.
Jun 5, 2026 · NutritionHow Protein Affects Mental Health
Key for building muscle, this macronutrient is also important for your brain. Here's why.
May 18, 2026 · NutritionPolyphenols: The Edible Compounds to Help Your Body Age Smarter —Not Faster
Here’s a look at the promise and power of polyphenols, and why they’re worth your attention, that is, if living a longer, healthier life is on your radar.
Apr 27, 2026 · NutritionThe Ultimate Low-Tech, High Taste Biohack: 10 Spices to Get More Of
When most of us fire up the stove, and hit the spice drawer, we’re thinking primarily of adding flavor. But from a scientific perspective, there’s proof that numerous spices contain a number of bioactive compounds that positively influence inflammation, oxidative stress, blood sugar, cardiovascular health, immune function and even brain function. And yes, they make healthy food taste even better, so spices may also help you curb the urge to reach for ultra-processed and sugar-heavy ‘convenience’ foods. How to take better advantage of these original low-tech ‘biohacks’? You just need to assemble your own small spice arsenal and get into the habit of reaching for them early and often.
Mar 27, 2026 · NutritionCan Meal Sequencing Help Manage Blood Glucose?
Possibly. Here's what you need to know.
Mar 13, 2026 · NutritionWhy You Must Understand Hunger, Not Calories
The weight loss advice to just ‘Eat Less’ is based on the flawed premise that weight gain results from ‘overeating’. This represents the deadly sin of gluttony which ultimately represents a personal choice. You choose both what and how much to eat. Therefore, you can simply choose to eat less, and that will cure the obesity problem.
Mar 2, 2026 · NutritionHow Intermittent Fasting Promotes Your Hormonal Health -- and Why I’m A Fan!
When hormones stop playing nicely with one another, blood sugar swings, sleep becomes lighter or harder to come by, cravings feel louder, weight can shift in ways that feel unfair, and stress tends to linger. Over time, these disruptions can add up, affecting mood, metabolism, immune health, resilience, and even how quickly we age. The good news is that hormones are remarkably responsive to everyday choices – and fasting is a fantastic way to help smooth out the hormonal ride.
Sep 19, 2025 · NutritionEnvironmental Working Group (EWG) Releases 2025 “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen” Lists
Here are the most contaminated — and cleanest — fruits and veggies.
Jul 11, 2025 · NutritionHow Does Sugar Affect Mood?
Learn more about the effect that sugar and inflammation have on your mood.
Jul 7, 2025 · Nutrition6 Ways to Avoid Emulsifiers – and the Gut Troubles They Bring
What you put in your gut microbiome – the community of bacteria that live mostly in your large intestine – has an enormous impact on countless aspects of your overall resilience, immune defenses and even brain function. Ignore your gut at your peril. When it comes to foods that support the health of your microbiome, a big part of the equation involves subtracting the sweet stuff and indeed all processed foods. There are countless reasons to ditch them, but here’s another: virtually all processed foods bring with them an extra special health scourge, namely, emulsifiers. Look at just about any food label in your pantry and they’ll be there – and I urge you to ditch them out for good.
Jun 30, 2025 · Nutrition9 Ways Intermittent Fasting Can Keep Brains Young and Healthy – and How to Do It
While you might think of intermittent fasting as a trendy TikTok weight-loss hack, think again. IF’s benefits go far beyond the scale – helping to improve heart health, blood sugar control; reduce inflammation, blood pressure and even cancer risk – while also doing some impressive things for your brain, too. Though the idea’s been around for thousands of years – even Hippocrates was a fan – more recently, scientists and neurologists have started to pay more attention to how taking regular breaks from eating can protect your mind and possibly even sharpen it. So, how does IF help upgrade your brain’s health and ultimately its longevity? Let us count the ways.
Jun 20, 2025 · NutritionWhat Does Coffee Have To Offer When It Comes to Your Health?
An in-depth look at Coffee for Health and Performance
May 30, 2025 · NutritionThe Dangers of New Energy Drinks
Many of the new energy drinks contain high levels of caffeine, as well as sugar, artificial sweeteners, and natural stimulants like guarana. Here’s what to know about them.
Apr 16, 2025 · NutritionRecipe - 3 Low Carb, High-Protein Ways To Break Your Fast
Breaking your fast with the right combination of nutrients can set the tone for the rest of your day. A high-protein, low(er)-carb meal helps stabilize blood sugar, curb cravings, and support muscle recovery - while also keeping you fuller for longer. Here are three delicious, nutrient-dense options to break your fast while keeping your energy levels high and your metabolism firing.
Feb 21, 2025 · Nutrition12 Common Questions About Sugar and Your Health — Answered
Here's what you need to know about the sweet stuff’s effects on your health.
Jan 24, 2025 · NutritionHow to Rescue Produce Before It Spoils
How to tell when your fruits and veggies have really gone bad — plus, tips to save them before they do.
Jan 17, 2025 · NutritionEgg Recipes from Around the World
High in protein and versatile, eggs are an essential ingredient in many cultures. Try one of these tasty meals — good any time of day.
Jan 6, 2025 · Nutrition5 Smart Strategies for Eating Tuna Without Spiking Mercury Levels
Love fish? Then you also need to be careful about not elevating your body’s mercury levels – a common problem that often comes with ‘too much of a good thing.’ While not over-doing it is a good rule of thumb for just about any kind of fish you enjoy, it’s especially important when it comes to tuna, one of the most popular lunch and dinner staples in the fish-eating world, which despite its many nutritional upsides, can be very high in mercury. So how to minimize the downsides and take advantage of tuna’s pluses? Here are a few thoughts on how to do tuna right.
Nov 22, 2024 · NutritionWhat You Need to Know About Nitrates
Despite their bad reputation, these nitrogen-based compounds are a vital piece of a nutrient jigsaw puzzle. Our bodies need them to make nitric oxide, which plays a major role in how well we age.
Nov 18, 2024 · Nutrition6 Ways B12 Keeps Mental and Physical Health Humming
Vitamin B12 is one of those unique substances that does so much good that I urge anyone interested in health and longevity not to overlook it. One big reason to keep your levels topped up? It’s great for brain health and keeping your mood on an even keel – just what our difficult times require. What else can B12 do for you? Tend to the essentials like heart health, energy levels, and neurological function and so much more. My advice? Top off your tank every chance you get!