Diet blogs and tips for optimal health and longevity
By John Anderer Olive oil is a pillar of the Mediterranean diet, widely considered one of the healthiest approaches to eating. The health benefits of olive oil are hardly a secret, and most are attributable to its minor components such as polyphenols. Now, a new…
By Sayer Ji Known since ancient times as a “remedy for everything but death,” an increasingly vast body of scientific research reveals that it is indeed one of nature’s most potent and versatile healing agents. A few years ago, we wrote an article about nigella…
By Joe Vitiello We all get older. And achier. Living with joint pain is, well, a pain in the behind, or knees, or back, or – you get it. And though we’re stuck with the aging process, must we be stuck with the achy joints…
By Clio Rourke We all want to feel comfortable in our skin, and vitamins can help us with that. Fortunately, there are plenty of vitamin-enhanced skincare products on the market. But it’s also important to nourish your skin from the inside. With the right combination…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Who doesn’t love strawberries? And you don’t need any reason other than the pleasure of their sweetness to eat them every day. But according to researchers from Oklahoma State University, there’s lots more to strawberries than the flavor.[i] Their study was…
By Joe Vitiello We have the meats! Okay, we borrowed that from Arby’s, but seriously, we do have a whole lot of meat in this article, but not just any meat. How about the healthiest meats, according to nutrition experts? First, let’s clarify: what is…
By Dr. Diane Fulton Did you know that apple peels contain ursolic acid — a powerhouse in protecting your health? Ursolic acid (UA) contains triterpenes found in fruits, vegetables and plants with two of the most common ones being apple peels or rosemary leaves.[i] UA…
By Winston McDaniel If you’re looking to take your waistline down a few inches, drop some pounds and start the journey to looking (and feeling) better, your diet might have to change. When the sweet tooth rears its ugly head, reaching for a piece of…
By Dr. Diane Fulton Zinc is an essential mineral for your health, so be sure you have enough zinc to keep you safe and enjoy a long life Your body needs a variety of micronutrients and zinc is one of them. Zinc is anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory,…
By Neenah Payne Magnesium: What You Need To Know About This Important Micronutrient points out, As it turns out, many of us probably are somewhat deficient in magnesium. According to research, most aren’t consuming the recommended amount of magnesium to support our body’s needs. It’s also…
By GMI Reporter Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in your body, and is the reason why vegetables are green. But few people fully appreciate the importance of this miraculous mineral. The human genome project reveals that 3,751 human proteins have binding sites for…
By Shyla Cadogan Coffee lovers rejoice, because a simple cup of joe with milk may protect your body from harmful inflammation, according to researchers from the University of Copenhagen. Their study finds that adding milk to coffee doubles the protective power of the immune cells….
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Your body converts the amino acid citrulline to arginine, which plays a key role in nitric oxide (NO) synthesis. This compound, found in high concentrations in watermelon, is useful for blood pressure, erectile dysfunction, metabolic health and more. Citrulline, also known…
By Hazel Flight, Edge Hill University There’s been a lot of chat on social media over the past few months about the importance of magnesium supplements. Many suggest that symptoms such as trouble sleeping, tense muscles and low energy are all signs you’re deficient and…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Pecans are the only tree nut native to North America, and they’re also No. 1 in antioxidant concentration. When you’re on the lookout for a healthy snack, pecans check every box. Pecans are the only major tree nut native to North…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Coconut oil offers neuroprotective properties, which researchers found delayed the incidence of stroke, reduced stroke-induced brain damage and increased survival afterward. Virgin coconut oil, a saturated medium-chain fatty acid (MCFA), has impressive neuroprotective effects that appear to be protective before and…
By Jocelyn Solis-Moreira If you’re still deciding on what to eat for dinner, consider shelling out on a seafood platter. An international team of researchers finds that eating seafood and oily fish high in omega-3 fatty acids helps lower the risk of developing kidney disease….
By Shyla Cadogan Dieting and eating healthy have been longtime keys to feeling good. Now, a new study finds following at least one of four healthy eating patterns decreases a person’s risk of premature death. Results from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health…
By Shyla Cadogan Avocados remain in the limelight, making for a fiber-rich and healthy fat addition to toast and just about any other meal you can imagine. Not only this, but the oil is also a fantastic source of nutrition and is versatile in its…
By Hazel Flight, Edge Hill University Veganuary is upon us again, with thousands of people around the world giving up animal products for the month of January. The movement, which encourages people to follow a vegan lifestyle, started in 2014 and has grown rapidly since,…
