Many of those with family members suffering with dementia live in quiet fear of one day developing the disease themselves. But Steele Taylor, MD, neurologist and co-director of the University of Vermont Medical Center’s Memory Program, tells his patients to stop worrying and instead take action; he urges them to focus less on immutable risk […]
Long before the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans stocked their shelves with snack foods, but the shift to stay-at-home work, bulk-buying and increased social stressors have accelerated snack purchasing. While many snacks have a deservedly bad reputation when it comes to nutrition, snacks rich in good fats containing omega-3, fiber and probiotics can actually counteract the very […]
We are what we eat, so the saying goes. But in fact, research shows that dietary habits influence our risk for chronic health conditions and disease. One of the diseases that has been proven to be linked to diet is colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer has been on the rise for the past 30 years, and […]
Cabbage is a leafy vegetable that varies in color from yellow-green to red-purple. It is a wonderfully versatile vegetable so it can be used in a wide array of manners: raw, cooked or fermented. With less than 20 calories per half cup cooked, it’s worth making room on your plate for cabbage. History Cabbage is […]
Cabbage is a leafy vegetable that varies in color from yellow-green to red-purple. It is a wonderfully versatile vegetable so it can be used in a wide array of manners: raw, cooked or fermented. With less than 20 calories per half cup cooked, it’s worth making room on your plate for cabbage. History Cabbage is […]
Swiss chard, most popular in Mediterranean countries, is a powerhouse of nutrition and vitamins. Try this recipe for Swiss chard with raisin and almonds today. Swiss Chard: A Nutritional Gem Swiss chard is one of the most overlooked vegetables. We tend to forget its high nutritional content. While Swiss chard is most popular in Mediterranean […]
Swiss chard, most popular in Mediterranean countries, is a powerhouse of nutrition and vitamins. Try this recipe for Swiss chard and lentil soup today. Swiss Chard: A Nutritional Gem Swiss chard is one of the most overlooked vegetables. We tend to forget its high nutritional content. While Swiss chard is most popular in Mediterranean countries, […]
Winter is here. The air is colder, and the food is getting warmer. Warm up with a twist on the classic: try out mashed maple potatoes made from sweet butternut squash. Butternut Squash: Nutritional Value The butternut squash is now one of the most widely prepared winter foods, and for good reason. It is a richly […]
We all know that nutrition is a solid foundation for good health. But unfortunately, we are often too busy to cook really healthy food for ourselves and our families. Ta-da! Slow cooker to the rescue! With a little effort, a healthy and delicious dinner can be ready when you return home from a hard day’s […]
This month’s harvest is the known as ‘king’ of the all of the healthy leafy greens. Kale is loaded with fiber, antioxidants that fight diseases like cancer, and a multitude of vitamins and minerals; it may just be one of the healthiest foods on the planet! You can find kale at the grocery store, farm stands […]
