Berberine has been used for thousands of years in ancient Chinese and Native American cultures for stomach ailments, eye trouble or to fight bacterial infections. Berberine is a yellowish compound found in plants such as: goldthread, barberry or the Oregon grape. Berberine has been shown to help lower blood sugar, alter blood lipids and has […]
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How Much Protein Should I Eat at Breakfast?
Many consider breakfast the most important meal of the day and for good reason. Children who eat tend to have better nutritional profiles and be less likely to be overweight compared to children who skip breakfast. Eating breakfast has also been shown to be helpful for cognitive function and memory in children. The benefits of […]
Is It Bad to Eat Microwaved Food Every Day?
Whether its leftovers, a frozen meal, popcorn or a potato, microwaves are a quick way to heat food up. Being able to warm food up in a couple minutes with a microwave is a convenience many Americans are used to. While Harvard Health and the World Health Organization (WHO) claim using microwaves is a safe […]
5 Foods You didn’t know were High in Carbs and Might Be Impairing Your Diet
Many studies have shown that excess sugar in the diet can increase risk for obesity, type 2 diabetes and other chronic diseases. Many health experts and organizations emphasize the risks of eating a higher sugar diet. However, still many Americans exceed the recommended added sugar intake and ingest about 22 teaspoons of sugar. The guidelines […]
Is Beef Healthy to Eat or Should You Avoid It?
Eating high amounts of red meat, like beef, has been associated with increasing risk of cardiovascular disease, some cancers and other health risks. Some studies also suggest there is an association between higher red meat intake and all-cause mortality. Not all beef is created equal; some cuts are leaner than others, and some beef can […]
Are Mashed Potatoes Healthy or Fattening?
Consumption of potatoes worldwide is right behind rice, wheat and corn, and about half of potato sales in the US are from processed foods like instant mashed potatoes, French fries, etc. For many Americans, mashed potatoes especially are considered a comfort food and a favorite go to. There are of course many different ways to […]
What Foods Can Cause Migraine Headaches?
Migraines can cause debilitating pain and symptoms that can leave many unable to do much else when they happen. Migraines affect millions of people; about 18% of women and 6% of men in the United States suffer from migraines. Unfortunately, much is still not known about migraines in terms of causes and what the best […]
Is Sushi Good for Weight Loss?
Sushi of course originates from traditional Japanese cuisine, and the Japanese culture traditionally has one of the lowest obesity rates in the world. In fact, Japan has had an average of 3% obesity rate compared with the Unite States that has about a 30% obesity rate. So, it makes sense to associate eating sushi with […]
What is the Difference Between Folate and Folic Acid?
Folate is naturally found in dark green leafy vegetables, asparagus, avocados, legumes, peanuts, eggs, poultry, fish and many fruits and vegetables. When folate is synthetically made and added to food or in a supplement it is called folic acid. Both folate and folic acid have the same functions in the body. Folate is needed for […]
Is Pasta Fattening or a Good Weight Loss Food?
Pasta is thought to have originated as an Italian staple around the 12th century. Italians have been consuming pasta for thousands of years, yet their obesity rates have remained very low. Italians traditionally follow a Mediterranean diet which is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, olive oil, legumes, nuts and little red meat and sweets. […]
What is the Elimination Diet and what is it Good for?
Food is a necessity for life, but when eating just a microscopic amount of some foods can cause harm certain foods can be dangerous. An allergy to a certain food means the immune system gets involved when an allergen from food is eaten. Allergic responses to food can be itching in the mouth or throat, […]
What to eat if you have a fatty liver
The liver has many important roles in the body: it detoxifies blood, is the first place blood goes to from the digestive tract and the liver makes important proteins and fat compounds needed for survival. Because it is the first place absorbed nutrients and blood go to after digestion, diet can impact the health of […]
