High dietary fiber intake may help prevent strokes. The belief that dietary fiber intake is protectively associated with certain diseases was postulated 40 years ago and then enormously fueled and kept alive by a great body of science since. Today it is generally believed that eating lots of fiber-rich foods helps prevent obesity, diabetes, and […]

Foods of animal origin in general naturally contain hormones, but cow’s milk may be of particular concern. The hormones naturally found even in organic cow’s milk may have played a role in studies that found a relationship between dairy products and human illnesses, such as acne, certain cancers and male reproductive disorders. Milk consumption has also […]

Olives also aid in digestion and have anti–cancer properties as well as other amazing health benefits. Evening Snack: Pineapple and Cottage cheese with one multigrain Ryvita. Slow digesting protein source for overnight muscular repair and essential …

Anyone who decides to eat a vegan diet is in for a great ride. Honestly, the possibilities for animal-free dishes open up like flood gates when you consider how many whole, plant-based foods are out there. The produce section alone contains more …

Fibre-rich foods like raspberries: This, unfortunately, is something you may already know from experience: Your gastrointestinal functioning slows down as you age, and as a result, it's important to focus on eating enough fibre to keep your system …

One of the biggest complaints that I hear about a vegan diet is that vegans rely too much on “fake” food to satisfy cravings for the animal products we left behind. While I definitely enjoy my share of meat analogs, I see where folks are coming from …

As a result the benefits include anti-inflammation, boosted sleep, and improved sports recovery. Reports have suggested that an increased intake of tart cherries could help to reduce certain post-workout side-effects, such as muscle aches, inflammation …

Young people in particular are adapting their diet according to environmental beliefs, with 20% of 16- to 24-year-olds following a vegetarian diet. The Vegetarian Society says: “Young people have increased their awareness of the environmental impact of …

But many choose a vegetarian diet is because they're under the impression that it's a healthier choice from a nutritional perspective. It is this last reason that I'd like to address in this article. For the last fifty years, we've been …