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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A recent study confirmed what we knew all along is true: that the increased consumption of ultra-processed foods correlates directly to bad cardiovascular health. Researchers at the US Centers for Disease Control…
Nowadays, its seems many more people are becoming vegetarians or vegans. What does the future look like for vegetarians? We recently had the privilege of attending the 6th International Congress on Vegetarian…
Beets are a highly nutritious root vegetable that contains unique pigment antioxidants. Beware: it will stain anything it comes in contact with. Beets are known for their high sugar content that is…
Chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, stroke or diabetes are the main causes of death in many parts of the world including both developed and developing countries. These diseases are largely…
Still learning your way around the kitchen? We’re here to show you how to cook like the pros.
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Many Russian, East European, German dishes are meat and cream heavy, loaded with cholesterol and saturated fat. By using cashews and multiple varieties of mushrooms, you can save the stroganoff without harming your health.
This is an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink soup, but we figured that might not make the most positive first impression. Grain, vegetables, and starch…this has it all. The addition of black beans, if you have a can in your pantry, would only serve to balance it further, no?
Brazil nuts aren’t usually a pantry staple but every time I get my hands on them, I’m pleasantly reminded of how buttery and sweet they taste. All of the Brazil nut’s comforting flavors are brought out in this gravy recipe shared with us by Dr. Lorayne Barton. We like it best over biscuits.
The sofrito is one of the most important ingredients of Puerto Rican food, since it is used to make almost all the most important dishes. The wonderful thing about this recipe is that it is very simple, healthy, and also easy to prepare. It can be used to flavor many stews and dishes, including soups and rice.
