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The Case for Switching to a Plant-Based Diet
September 4, 2024
Woman eating a plate of vegetables. Plant-based diets have substantial health benefits.
Our interest in plant-based diets goes way back. Buddhism’s beginnings in the 5th Century BCE extolled the benefits of a vegetarian diet. In Ancient Greece, the philosopher Pythagoras advocated for a plant-based diet, proselytizing about the immorality of slaughtering animals and its health… See more
8 Simple Nutrition Tips for Everyone
By A. Alan Reisinger, III, MD, FACP
August 27, 2024
Avocado and olive oils
We all know we’re supposed to “eat healthy.” But what the heck does that even mean? Ask five different people and you’ll get five different answers: paleo, keto, vegan, Mediterranean, low carb. Which is the “correct” diet?During my decades as a primary care physician, two of the most common topics… See more
5 Preservatives to Avoid
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
July 19, 2024
Man microwaving processed meal
Processed foods can be a double-edge sword. On one hand, they’re easy, convenient time savers. But they are often made with questionable ingredients, from high fructose corn syrup, excessive salt and added sugars.But there are many… See more
Choosing a Healthier Rice
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
May 20, 2024
Rice
More than 50 percent of the world’s population relies on rice. It’s a staple in more than 100 countries because it’s affordable, convenient and versatile, lending itself to many different dishes and types of meals.Generally, rice is gluten-free, high in carbohydrates, with some fiber and protein… See more
Should You Add Hydrogen Water to Your Shopping List?
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
April 19, 2024
Supermarket shelves with bottles of water
It’s not news that we should be drinking lots of water each day. Many people find water boring; in response, manufacturers began enhancing water with flavors and nutrients. These waters are known as designer waters and many brands… See more
Essentials to Know About Essential Vitamins and Minerals
April 1, 2024
A woman taking supplements
Our bodies— from our skin, hair, muscles and bones to our hearts, brains, and other organs — need essential vitamins and minerals to function and thrive. We often don’t need much — just small or even trace amounts measured in milligrams and micrograms, but we need them because our body cannot make… See more
Supplement Safety: How to Pick Vitamin and Mineral Supplements That Work
April 1, 2024
Supplements and vitamins are not regulated by the FDA.
What’s the best way to get your vitamins? From food. That’s the general consensus among researchers, scientists and doctors. Even so, there may be instances when you need to take a supplement.Some medications can cause vitamin or mineral deficiencies, and certain illnesses, diseases and treatments… See more
Which Is Better for Weight Loss: Plant Protein or Animal Protein?
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
March 14, 2024
Quinoa with vegetables
Plant-based proteins have been trending for at least a decade. Studies suggest foods such as chickpeas, beans, lentils, quinoa, tofu, tempeh, nuts and seeds can be healthier than animal-based proteins like red meats, eggs, fish and poultry in that they can:… See more
4 Tips that Help Make Healthy Snacking Easy
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
February 19, 2024
Man preparing healthy snack bowl
Snacks are a big industry in the U.S. They constitute almost 25 percent of Americans’ calories and account for one-third of daily added sugar, according to a study published in PLOS Global Public… See more
Should You Skip Red Meat? Some Studies Say It’s Not Necessary
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
January 18, 2024
A woman eating a hamburger.
You’re at a sports bar and would like to get something somewhat healthy. Your first instinct may be to order a salad, but surprisingly, you might be better off with a burger. Yes, many burgers are high in saturated fat,… See more

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