Subscribe to CNN’s Eat, But Better: Mediterranean Style. Our eight-part guide will show you a delicious, expert-backed eating lifestyle that will boost your health for life. CNN — Healthy twins who followed a vegan diet for eight weeks had lower “bad” low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, cholesterol, better blood sugar control and greater weight loss than … Read more
How many fast food restaurants do you come across every day and what does that have to do with your health? A lot ofsays Abigail Horn, chief scientist at USC’s Information Sciences Institute (ISI). Horn led a multidisciplinary team with researchers from three USC schools (Viterbi School of Engineering; Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and … Read more
From a recent study published in the Npj vaccines log, researchers presented intriguing perspectives on sustainable nutritional modeling and formulation in the transition from animal to plant-based diet (PBD). Study: Modeling sustainable healthy eating for a plant-based food transition in the United States. Image credits: RONEDYA/Shutterstock.com Background There are varying definitions of PBDs based on … Read more
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) remain global health problems, affecting millions of people worldwide. Although antiretroviral therapy (ART) is the main treatment for HIV/AIDS, good nutrition plays a crucial role in managing the condition and improving the quality of life for those living with the virus. This article explores the importance … Read more
Your body is made up of 75 percent water and your skin, the largest organ, is affected by any drop in water levels. Your skin becomes dry, flaky and lifeless if it doesn’t get enough water. Wrinkles and age spots appear more often on dry skin. You need to replenish the water you lose through … Read more
When you hear the term “military diet plan,” you might assume it is a method of preparing soldiers for boot camp. But that is not the case. In fact, the military diet “has no connection to the military and does not adhere to the nutritional principles employed in actual military practice,” explains Nichole Andrews, RDN, … Read more
Sprouts are the immature growth of a germinated seed. One of the most common are bean sprouts. They are packed with proteins, fiber, minerals and vitamins. They are also rich in bioactive compounds that promote good health. This article discusses the nutritional benefits of bean sprouts, the different types, their potential risks, and who should … Read more
Have you ever sat at your computer staring at a blank document and struggled to organize your thoughts? Was it difficult to maintain focus while drafting an important essay? It wouldn’t be surprising if part of the problem isn’t on your desk, but rather on what’s on your plate! As student writers – whether completing … Read more
If you say “potato” and then say “healthy,” some people will call your thinking half-baked. At best, potatoes are often viewed as a starchy vegetable that lacks the status of nutritional stars like leafy greens or carrots. At worst, taters are the basis for all kinds of salty, greasy snacks – and a metaphor for … Read more
When Katie Molitor joined the Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture in 2019, she knew Boone County needed to put nutritious and affordable food on more tables. Two years later, she came up with a plan: give patients a year’s worth of prescriptions for fresh fruits and vegetables to supplement their diet. The idea caught on … Read more