Diet & Nutrition

Study: “Organic” A Big Seller

Apr 13th, 2011 | By admin | Category: Diet & Nutrition, Featured

A recent study by Cornell University’s Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management shows the power of the term organic on such things as taste, perceived nutrition and calories, and even cost.



The Affect of Nutrition on Mental Health

Apr 13th, 2011 | By admin | Category: Diet & Nutrition, Featured

While it may be true that we are what we eat, it is becoming increasingly obvious that we think what we eat as well. Researchers are finding that what we eat can greatly influence brain function and our overall mental health.



Mediterranean Diet Evidence Grows

Apr 6th, 2011 | By admin | Category: Diet & Nutrition, Featured, Weight Loss

Yet another study — or rather a study of studies — finds that eating a Mediterranean diet can be instrumental in reducing the risk of developing several conditions, including diabetes, obesity and high blood pressure.



Top Ten Longevity Foods

Apr 6th, 2011 | By admin | Category: Aging and Longevity, Diet & Nutrition, Featured, Weight Loss

Writing for the Huffington Post, youngevity coach Stefan Aschan selects what he believes to be the top ten foods that go into the creation of a long, healthy life.



Coffee and Fast Food Don’t Mix

Apr 5th, 2011 | By admin | Category: Diet & Nutrition, Featured

Next time you give into the cravings generated by your local fast food joint, make sure you do not wash your burger and fries down with a cup of joe.



Meat Not The Only Hindrance to Feeding The World

Apr 4th, 2011 | By admin | Category: Diet & Nutrition, Featured, Vegetarian

While it is true that relying less on meat would be a big step towards assuring that everyone on this little blue orb got enough to eat, that isn’t the only thing we can do to increase our food production.



Calorie Counts Coming To Your Nearby Restaurant Chain

Apr 4th, 2011 | By admin | Category: Diet & Nutrition, Featured, Weight Loss

Claiming that a third of an individual’s calories are consumed by eating out, the Food and Drug Administration is looking to get more information in the hands of consumers by requiring restaurant chains and other food outlets to label all menu items with individual calorie counts.



Eating a Large Breakfast and Weight Loss

Jan 17th, 2011 | By admin | Category: Diet & Nutrition, Featured, Weight Loss

While previous studies have suggested that eating a large breakfast may be one way to cut down on your calories throughout the day, a new study published in BioMed Central’s open access Nutrition Journal says not so fast.



Andrographis Supplements Can Help Fight Colds and Flu

Jan 9th, 2011 | By admin | Category: Andrographis, Diet & Nutrition, Featured

Better Nutrition has a great article up on how to tweak your diet to boost your immune system and ward off colds and the flu.



Quinoa: Nature’s “Most Perfect” Food

Jan 6th, 2011 | By admin | Category: Diet & Nutrition, Featured, Quinoa

Haven’t tried quinoa yet? You should.