Fill your plate with a vibrant, colorful array of fruits and vegetables for a naturally delicious way to meet your daily requirement of vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. Plant foods contain natural compounds called phytonutrients, which may have anti-inflammatory benefits that can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases. The US Department of Agriculture 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasizes prioritizing …
For many, foodborne illness is something we associate with a bad restaurant meal or a short-lived stomach bug. But as we move through middle age and beyond, food safety becomes less about inconvenience and more about protecting our health and resilience. With that in mind, we share how adopting a few consistent habits can help significantly lower your risk. Why …
As dietary restrictions become more commonplace (an estimated 10% of Americans have a food allergy, another 5% are vegetarian or vegan), serving a holiday meal that satisfies a diversity of diners may seem intimidating. Below we show some easy ways to deconstruct or reconstruct your dishes to give everyone – whether they’re heart-healthy, diabetic, gluten-sensitive, lactose-intolerant, nut-free or plant-forward – …
The Lancet Planetary Health Diet Is there a way to eat that not only reduces the risk of disease and promotes well-being, but is also sustainable? Could a certain diet provide enough food for the 9.8 billion people estimated to be living on earth by 2050? This was the challenge first taken on in 2019 by the EAT-Lancet Commission, comprised …
Stay hydrated and energized this summer by refreshing yourself with generous amounts of water, nature’s best elixir. Inspire yourself to keep reaching for another sip by infusing water with fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs…no sugar or artificial flavoring needed. Have a Plant shares how: Wash all produce and herbs before slicing and dicing. Start with a large glass bottle or …
The aching, swollen, stiff joints associated with osteoarthritis (OA) have long been considered a “wear and tear” condition, associated with aging. It was thought that cartilage, the smooth connective tissue on the end of bones that cushion the joints, simply breaks down over a lifetime of walking, exercising and moving. New research shows that it is a disease of the …
Except for dedicated thespians, saying “break a leg” is most definitely not a harbinger of good luck. More than 10 million Americans are living with osteoporosis, a condition of low bone mass that results in increased risk of bone fracture, sometimes even from a minor fall or pressure from a big hug. Over 1.5 million osteoporotic fractures occur annually, and …
Mindful Eating for Your Brain Harkening back to ancient civilizations, the concept of food as medicine represents one of today’s most cutting-edge approaches to prevention and disease management. Inspired by the intricate connection of mind and body wellness, a small, special group of diets have made their way into the mainstream offering benefits far beyond short-term weight loss. Among them …
Picking the Season’s Prime Produce A seasonal bounty of fruits and vegetables is in bloom everywhere from your grocery’s fresh foods section to local farmers’ markets, and in your own backyard garden. The following is advice from experts on how to purchase summer fruits and veggies at its peak, and store them safely, until ready to enjoy. Berries and Cherries. …