Not only is ginger a great anti-inflammatory and digestive aid, it seems to promote leukemia cell death. Click here for more info. Please avoid the sugared gingers, though, and simply include in stir-fry, tea, and even grated on a salad (won’t take much!). Enjoy–to your health!!
Nutrition and Diet
Meat Eater’s Guide
EWG has posted their meat eater’s guide to healthier meats. Please check this out–to support healthy animals and healthy us!
Native Foods–The Same is True for All of Us
This study focuses on the impact on the health of Native Americans who are changing from a natural food diet to a grocery-store diet. The diabetes rates are appalling. The same pattern of poor health with grocery-store foods is impacting most of us. Stick to fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, nuts, […]
Yogurt Has More Sugar Than a Twinkie!
Thinking that your yogurt is a healthy breakfast or snack? You may need to think again–check out this article. My favorite yogurt is Fage Total Plain–add your own berries, if desired.
Sugary Cereals
EWG has just posted their lists of most sugary and least sugary cereals. Better: avoid cereal altogether and offer eggs or meat with lots of veggies and a little fruit!
Eating Apps
So, I haven’t tried all of these, but the concepts behind the apps seem very helpful. Check them out and let me know what you think! Click here. Helpful??
Trying to Lose Weight? Eat More Fiber!
Researchers are discovering a link between fiber consumption and reduced appetite based upon changes in the brain. So, include lots of veggies and fruits–not only due to their lower calorie/higher nutrient content relative to packaged foods, but to actually reduce your appetite! (BTW, exercise helps this, too!).
Sugar Increases Risk of Death in Cancer Patients
New research is confirming what has been suspected: sugar consumption may double the risk of death in those who are fighting cancer. Read more here, and stop the sugar train!!
Dangers of High Protein Diet–Really??
Researchers have recently reported the dangers of a high protein diet. Dr. Wahls examines their study and puts it into perspective. Please continue to eat a diet rich in healthy vegetables, fruits, and proteins (limit animal-based products to those naturally raised). To your health!!
Folate May Reduce Risk of Glaucoma
Eat those leafy greens!! Research is showing that among the benefits is reduced risk of glaucoma. Include kale, Swiss chard, broccoli, spinach, mustard greens, beet greens and more in your diet–for many health benefits!
