Let’s set the scene. It’s 9 p.m. You’ve earned this. You burrow into the blankets,…
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Most people associate dementia with its most visible symptoms: a loved one forgetting familiar faces,…
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Every spring, millions of people wage the same losing battle: watery eyes, relentless sneezing, a…
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We’ve all heard the advice to “drink more water.” But what does the research actually…
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Mindfulness, the practice of intentionally focusing on the present moment without judgment, has transitioned from…
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Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for…
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Introduction In a world where most of our waking hours are spent seated, from office…
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Abstract Mwarobaini—the Swahili name for the neem tree (Azadirachta indica) is widely used across East…
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Introduction Intermittent fasting (IF) has become one of the most popular dietary trends in recent…
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2013 is the International Year of the Quinoa, as declared by the United Nations General Assembly
As the winter months approach our lives begin to change. The days get shorter and the weather gets colder. This can lead to many changes in our lifestyles. Those of us who…
In a previous article, I addressed the definition of emotional eating, how to identify the differences between emotional and physical hunger, and ways to combat stress without reaching for food. However, the…
As a cardiologist, I talk about lifestyle and heart health every day. Patents frequently ask me what changes they can make to improve their heart health. I know that many of my…
The old adage, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” still holds true today. Current research is taking a closer look at the natural world and how the foods…
Often referred to as the “butter bean” due to its creamy texture and delicate flavor, these beans are exceptional for encouraging good health at any age. They come in a variety of…
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You’d think that egg salad, which is made with eggs and mayonnaise (which is also made with eggs) might be a little hard to make if you don’t eat, well, eggs. Turns out you’d be wrong! These tofu egg-less salads are surprisingly convincing and, dare I say, even better than the classic. What’s more, you don’t have to eat it all in one sitting for fear of it going bad. Rather, leave it covered in the refrigerator overnight to let the spices seep into the tofu and make it taste even better the next day.
Vegetables really don’t get simpler and tastier than this herbacious, roasted form.
This chilled salad is an edamame feast! Edamame are soybeans harvested at the peak of ripening but before hardening. Full of protein, minerals and vitamins, this low-glycemic food is a must for your diabetes-free diet!
We love these light and fluffy pancakes exactly the way this picture shows: with a little dab of almond butter and sliced bananas.
